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Annapurna

Mountain Range · 🇳🇵 Nepal
Area 2,091 km²
Time zone Asia/Kathmandu
Annapurna

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Annapurna Himal Essentials

The Annapurna massif contains some of Nepal’s most significant geological and cultural landmarks. This selection features the sacred Machapuchare peak and Tilicho Lake, one of the highest lakes in the world at 4,919 meters. The list also highlights the region's heritage through the Manang and Thakali cultural museums, the ancient Chorten de Braga, and the massive Paungda Danda rock face, a smooth slab rising 1,500 meters above the riverbed. These sites provide a comprehensive overview of the high-altitude landscapes and the traditions of the Manangi and Thakali people.

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Annapurna Peaks and Lakes

The Annapurna massif in north-central Nepal contains some of the world's highest summits and most remote glacial lakes. This selection features Annapurna I, the first 8,000-meter peak ever summited, alongside the iconic fishtail spire of Machapuchare. It includes Tilicho Lake, situated at 4,919 meters, and Gangapurna Lake, formed by receding glaciers near Manang. These locations define the Annapurna Circuit and Sanctuary treks, showcasing geological formations ranging from 7,000-meter granite walls to high-altitude turquoise waters.

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Hidden Natural Wonders

The Annapurna region's landscape features diverse geological formations, from the massive South Annapurna Glacier to the thermal waters of Ratopani. This collection highlights natural landmarks along trekking routes, including Hinku Cave, a significant overhanging rock shelter used by mountaineers. The region is also home to several geothermal springs situated along the Kali Gandaki and Marsyangdi river valleys, where mineral-rich waters emerge from the earth at high temperatures.

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Sacred Buddhist Sites

This collection features significant Buddhist landmarks across the Annapurna Himal, primarily concentrated in the Manang and Mustang valleys. It includes ancient gompas housing Nyingma murals, traditional village stupas, and sacred sites linked to the 8th-century master Padmasambhava and the 11th-century yogi Milarepa. These sites serve as active centers of worship for the local Thakali and Manangi communities, representing centuries of Himalayan spiritual history.

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Himalayan Trekking Lodges

These alpine huts and traditional tea houses are situated along the Annapurna Circuit and the route to the Annapurna Base Camp. Located in high-altitude settlements such as Chhomrong and the Mustang region, these lodges provide essential shelter, Wi-Fi access, and local meals. The accommodations range from stone-built structures in the lower valleys to basic high-altitude sanctuaries, serving as critical rest points for trekkers navigating the Annapurna Massif.

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Annapurna — Map

Annapurna — Map

Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • -8° (feels like -13°) · extremes -23°–-3°
  • -19° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 18 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • -7° (feels like -12°) · extremes -23°–-1°
  • -19° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • -3° (feels like -8°) · extremes -21°–2°
  • -16° at night
  • 5 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 1° (feels like -5°) · extremes -16°–5°
  • -12° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 3° (feels like -2°) · extremes -12°–7°
  • -9° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 4° (feels like -1°) · extremes -9°–7°
  • -6° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 3° (feels like -1°) · extremes -5°–6°
  • -4° at night
  • 26 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 3° (feels like -1°) · extremes -5°–5°
  • -4° at night
  • 24 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in September

Poor
  • 1° (feels like -2°) · extremes -8°–4°
  • -5° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • -1° (feels like -6°) · extremes -15°–2°
  • -10° at night
  • 7 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • -4° (feels like -9°) · extremes -18°–-1°
  • -14° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 19 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • -6° (feels like -11°) · extremes -21°–-2°
  • -17° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 22 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Nepalese Rupee NPR Rs · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Electricity
Type C / Type D
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Nepali
Tap water
Not safe to drink
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+977
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Tours & Activities

Machapuchare
Drive
Tilicho Lake
Drive
Annapurna I

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