This is newly developing trekking trail. This area is about 80km from Katmandu. Chitwan chepang hills trail is unique because of one of the most ethnic cultures of Nepal chepang culture. Chepangs believed to be influenced by tamangs, speak their own distinct language, leading a nomadic life and their primary life style, hutting, foraging for wild roots and fishing and traditional farming near jungles. A praja pande (faith healer) might be interesting figure for culture tourists to be introduced to. They inhabit the remote and sparse contours of Makawanpur, chitawan, Gorkha and Dhading districts. The chitawan chepang Hills Trail offers a rare combination of culture and sightseeing experience.
In clear weather you can see the summits from Dhaulagiri (8167m) to Kanchenjungha (8598m) the trekking passes a variety of landscapes and you will be produced to the inhabitants by means of their songs, dances, hospitality and craftsmanship: they produce among others whine and honey. At the end of the trekking you will know a great deal more about the life of these isolated jangle people.
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