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Sky Caves of Nepal
Cliffside caves in the former kingdom of Mustang are giving up their secrets.
Photograph by Cory Richards
Climbers and scientists follow a trail above the Kali Gandaki River in Nepal’s remote Mustang region. More than 60 feet above are rows of unexplored man-made caves dug centuries ago. There may be thousands in the region.
See for yourself the ancient mystery caves far in the Himalayas 155ft from the ground. Considered the greatest wonders of the world, the caves in Mustang in the north are synonymous with archeological masterpiece carved many centuries ago to mystify all of the humanity and beyond.
Nepal is famous for its art and architecture but these caves are the ultimate in art and archeology. “Those who have seen the mysterious caves say the effect of them on the cliff face makes it look like a giant sandcastle.” (Daily Mail)
Read this amazing article on the Mustang caves and discover the absolute magnificence of the country and its ruggedness.
Interesting Cave Facts
Gufa means cave in Nepali. Nepal is a land of mystics and surprises. You encounter enigma and amazement round the corner. One of such mysteries is the Sky Caves of Mustang.
No trip to Nepal is complete without a trek to the majestic Himalayas Nepal is famous and popular for. With mountain ranges covering an immense length, Nepal surely boasts of natural amazement. With jaw-dropping mountains such as the world’s tallest, Mt. Everest (known lovingly as Sagarmatha in Nepali), rolling hills of Eastern region where you can find vast stretches of tea estates, and the great plains with hot and humid climate, Nepal has a diversity of sorts. It’s a world in itself.
See for yourself the ancient mystery caves far in the Himalayas 155ft from the ground. Considered the greatest wonders of the world, the caves in Mustang in the north are synonymous with archeological masterpiece carved many centuries ago to mystify all of the humanity and beyond.
Nepal is famous for its art and architecture but these caves are the ultimate in art and archeology. “Those who have seen the mysterious caves say the effect of them on the cliff face makes it look like a giant sandcastle.” (Daily Mail)
Read this amazing article on the Mustang caves and discover the absolute magnificence of the country and its ruggedness.
Interesting Cave Facts
- It is found that an estimated 10,000 of the caves have been uncovered in the former kingdom of Mustang in North, Central Nepal
- These caves have either been dug into the cliff-side or tunneled from above
- They are thousands of years old still standing tall and intimidating
Gufa means cave in Nepali. Nepal is a land of mystics and surprises. You encounter enigma and amazement round the corner. One of such mysteries is the Sky Caves of Mustang.
No trip to Nepal is complete without a trek to the majestic Himalayas Nepal is famous and popular for. With mountain ranges covering an immense length, Nepal surely boasts of natural amazement. With jaw-dropping mountains such as the world’s tallest, Mt. Everest (known lovingly as Sagarmatha in Nepali), rolling hills of Eastern region where you can find vast stretches of tea estates, and the great plains with hot and humid climate, Nepal has a diversity of sorts. It’s a world in itself.
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