Short Tiji Festival tour to Mustang region Nepal

Tiji festival is believed to have originated in the 17th century and has been celebrated annually ever since. Now it is one of the most important religious and cultural events in Upper Mustang.

The upcoming Tiji festival date is May 5, 6, and 7, 2024. It is a fascinating blend of mythology, religion, and culture that’s why popular between tourists and locals. Tiji Festival begins on the tenth day of the fourth month of Tibetan lunar calendar, which usually falls in May.

The Tiji festival is a three-day Buddhist festival celebrated in the ancient kingdom of Upper Mustang. It is a vibrant and colorful event that commemorates the victory of good over evil, and is deeply rooted with Tibetan Buddhist tradition.

Short tiji festival trek 10 days’ trip cost varies depend on the length of trip, standard of accommodation, transportation, permit, guide and group size etc. However, for general idea, expect to pay around 1850 to 3500 including special permit fee. If you searching the cheap and best trip, then join a group to travel in budget.

Tiji festival is take place in the courtyard of royal palace of Lo Manthang.  This Annual event features a variety of rituals and ceremonies, including masked dances, music, and chanting by monk, where local people of Upper Mustang come together and pray for world peace and prosperity

Spring festival of mustang is a very important event because it brings community together to celebrate culture and traditions. Festival mark the beginning of new agricultural season, pray for a good harvest and honor the deities and spirits with believed to protect the people of Upper Mustang.

The name “Tiji” is an abbreviation of the Tibetan phrase “Tempa Chirim”, which means “Prayer for World Peace”. During the festival, Buddhist monks conduct various religious rituals, including prayers, blessings, and offerings to deities.

No, Mustang is not part of Tibet, it is one of the district of Nepal. Its topography, culture, people, language and religious belief closely tied to Tibet.

Tenchi / tiji festival started over 300 years ago. It based on the story of Dorje Jono, a Buddhist deity who defeated a demon that was terrorizing the Mustang kingdom.

Mostly four-wheel drive (4WD) jeep are used during tiji festival overland tour to mustang. most common jeeps are Mahindra Scorpio, 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser, 4×4 Nissan Patrol, Bolero and TATA Sumo as well depends on the budget & choice of travelers. These are reliable and powerful vehicle that is well-suited for off road, challenging terrain of the Himalayas.

The Lo Manthang Tiji Festival tour is suitable for everyone because comfortable jeep takes you there without any physical effort. Road condition also wide and better then past but still off-road. Book Lo Manthang Tiji festival tour and enjoy truly unforgettable moments.

Tiji festival is one of the very important even of mustang because it is a showcase of Tibetan Buddhist culture and traditions. The festival helps to preserve and transmit culture and traditions from one generation to the next. It is a celebration of culture, tradition, and community.