Lho village is the viewpoint of Manaslu Himal. From this place, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of Manaslu.
Lho village (3,180 meters) is on the trekking route. It is a Manaslu viewpoint. Most of the panoramic views of Manaslu available in the tourist market are taken from Lho village. It is the point from which one can take the signature pictures of Manaslu. You can take golden pictures or ones as white as milk.
Nike Peak stands in concert with the Manaslu. During the sunrise, one can observe the golden mountains from the courtyard and porch of the hotels. If you climb up for 10 minutes from the village, you will reach a place with many mane walls from where you can see a better view of the mountain.
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From Namrung, trekkers arrive at Lho in about five hours and stay at the village overnight. There are 150 households in the village of Tsumnubri Rural Municipality-2. There are adequate restaurants and hotels for the tourist facilities.
Khenpo Tasi Tsering built the Ribum monastery on a hill above the village. The monastery teaches Buddhist philosophy. A colossal Buddha statue is inside the monastery, which is built in the pagoda style. One feels tranquil as one enters the monastery.
There is Syangok hill (4,110 meters) above the Lho village. You can see Manaslu, Nike Peak, and Sringi Himal from there. You can also enjoy a view of the villages of Lho, Syala, and Samagaun.
One can reach the Syala valley (3,430 meters) after a two-hour trek from Lho village, which is also stunningly beautiful. The valley looks like a bowl with the mountains surrounding it. Earlier, the residents of Lho used to keep cattle sheds here. These days, one can only find hotels and monasteries.
A tourist not staying in Lho village will miss the exciting scenic views of the Manaslu trekking route. Manaslu sparkles in its golden suit from the early sunrise. Its view entices everyone. You will not want to miss it even by blinking your eyes.
- TSERING LAMA, Tourism Entrepreneur