Humla is one of the most remote and isolated region in Nepal with out moterable road access. One can reach by foot or by small Aircraft which leads you to STAL airport at the region headquarter, Simikot connecting you to Nepalgunj or Surkhet with Twin otter or Heli which totally depends on the weather.
Hindu and Buddhist are the major religion staying here. The region is one of the most underdeveloped areas in Nepal with only one hospital and campus and few higher secondary schools in Simikot serving the whole district. Most of the villages of Humla don't have access to electricity, communication (telephone, mobile service, internet), clean drinking water, qualified and good education, proper health care etc.
Humla is considered to be highest district of Nepal as most of its area lying at 3000-5000 meters above from sea level. The harsh climate makes it more tough.
Hindu and Buddhist are the major religion staying here. The region is one of the most underdeveloped areas in Nepal with only one hospital and campus and few higher secondary schools in Simikot serving the whole district. Most of the villages of Humla don't have access to electricity, communication (telephone, mobile service, internet), clean drinking water, qualified and good education, proper health care etc.
Humla is considered to be highest district of Nepal as most of its area lying at 3000-5000 meters above from sea level. The harsh climate makes it more tough.
Humla is one of the most culturally fascinating places in all of Nepal, a cultural tapestry woven from ancient Khasa kingdoms, ancestors of the grand Zhangzhung kingdom of the north, with Rajput and Thakuri blended into the mix.
The Nepal section of The Great Himalaya Trail ends in Humla at Hilsa at the border with Tibet. The Humla district is a historic part of the Tibetan Buddhist religious tradition, with several points of interest for the history, culture and values of a typical Buddhist life. It has eleven small villages of Tibetan origin. The Nyin Community and the Limi Valley are inhabited by Buddhist communities.
The border crossing at Hilsa is a main entry point for treks going to and coming from Mount Kailash. The normal route to this point is via a 4-5 day walk to Simikot.
The Nepal section of The Great Himalaya Trail ends in Humla at Hilsa at the border with Tibet. The Humla district is a historic part of the Tibetan Buddhist religious tradition, with several points of interest for the history, culture and values of a typical Buddhist life. It has eleven small villages of Tibetan origin. The Nyin Community and the Limi Valley are inhabited by Buddhist communities.
The border crossing at Hilsa is a main entry point for treks going to and coming from Mount Kailash. The normal route to this point is via a 4-5 day walk to Simikot.
