The Forbidden Kingdom: Mustang Adventure 🇳🇵
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ต.ค. 2023
- ■ MARPHA, MUSTANG: Nepal, although geographically a rather tiny country perched up on the Himalayan plateau, sandwiched in between India and China, is still home to countless older Kingdoms. One of these is the ancient Kingdom of Mustang which dates back all the way to 1380 and wasn't fully merged into Nepal politically speaking before 2008.
Although it doesn't technically exist as a sovereign state anymore, and it's capital Lo Manthang was in Upper Mustang, it's borders extended past the little town of Marpha, whose ancient Thakali culture is very much alive today. Religion, customs, architecture and food have been remarkably well kept alive here in all its glory.
Some of the buildings in Marpha, although of modest construction, contain materials that are 400 years old. The city is also home to a Tibetan community which adds to the history on full display here.
All this is of course absolutely fantastic as international travellers are able to get a peak back in time as to what life, culture and architecture was like in the Forbidden Kingdom of Mustang hundreds of years ago.... and that was indeed my goal as I boarded my 14 seater airplane in Phokara bound for Jomsom.
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"He's the crazy one, tasting all!" (26:30) hahahaha
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You must visit Bhutan someday. It’s beautiful. Unique culture, unique everything!
@@davidpare8465😂😂she was shocked
Just seeing Apple Paradise, the owner Kombla comes across as so genuinely hospitable and so much love put into her shop. That alone, makes me want to visit Marpha, all the way from New Zealand. The architecture of the city is so beautiful, the streets so clean. Perhaps one of the most beautiful small towns shared with us on YT for many many years.
Her shop is awesome. Hope she gets more business so she can continue as she’s a huge asset to the community and potentially a giant draw for tourism to Marpha
also don't forget about Mandala Gift shop bro
Yep, Kamala didi is awesome.
I went in this beautiful place 2010. It looks like desert with surrounded by mountains . It was incredible and memorable moments.
Yes very nice and communicative lady Kombla! Knows how to do bussiness!!👍🙏
The woman who runs the business is very impressive. Smart, adaptable, and truly hospitable. Everything was neatly displayed. Tourism is the key for them and they don't disappoint. Hareld, you also continue to not disappoint.
Thank you for visiting Nepal. We always extend a warm welcome to you in Nepal🇳🇵.
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Nepal should give you free visa and permit to all area, you are contributing a lot to Nepal tourism, more than Nepal tourism ministry 🙏🙏
That’d be a dream. I don’t need anything free but I would indeed like to see more of mustang and also Dolpho
@@HaraldBaldrdolpo is heaven do visit upper too
Awesome job bro! I can tell, you love doing this sort of things, that is all it matters and on top of that you are showing millions of people these rare places, people and the way of life they live!! precious!!Thank you@@HaraldBaldr
Everytime you go up into the Himalayas it is soo unique, everyone is so wholesome and really just amazing content. Seeing the lives of these very down to earth people that are so happy where they are.
Wow she explained so well about their community
Yeah she’s a fountain of wisdom. Wish I’d filmed every conversation with her. She’s got so much to tell
42:28 One of the most wholesome interactions of the entire trek🤣❤️
Thank you for supporting local business ❤❤
Love from Nepal ♥️♥️🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵
Never in my life i have had any interest to travel Nepal before the first Nepal videos you made.
Peru has been the #1 in my bucket list, but now my mind is changing.
Seems the rougher the place, the more friendly people.
Thank you Chinaman!
it's true that the rougher/poorer the place the friendlier the people are. And they are willing to accept you as a guest really quickly. Only place that this doesen't apply is Brazil. Go to a rough area there and you get robbed in seconds... if unlucky even killed
Nepal is much safer than Peru.
@kushalrijal9453 Safer? Bro Its heaven compared to Peru.
try sri lanka as well
People of Nepal are 0% hostile 100% Placid. People are so calm and loving.
I have to say, that local government "Leader" option was making sense. They just use a very basic common sense to choose their community leaders and avoid conflicts which was very impressive and inclusive.
Thought the same when she explained it. Was very intriguing to hear
Like a homeowners association without the Karens making trouble.. real teamwork!
I loved hearing about this and the rules they have in place to better their community. Especially how they make sure the forest is used sustainably.
Genius, and evidence of an ancient culture.
Literally would watch like a 5 hour uncut version of your Nepal adventure. Your last one was my favourite series of yours of all time and this is up there right beside it.
Vilket häftigt ställe. Älskar dessa stenhus och smala gränder. Så vänliga människor. Fantastisk kvinna som hade restaurangen med det "goda". 5⭐️
This series has really shown me that I need to take a trip out to Nepal while I still physically able to. This has to be one of the most beautiful places on Earth.
I think this Nepal series is the best one you have done so far. Literally everything is so beautiful and the interactions are so genuine. Exactly why we watch this channel. Keep it up man and stay safe as the attack plants never sleep!
There is something special and beautifully mysterious about the Nepalese and Tibetans that live in these high mountains.
i agrree the person he is travlleing with is so funny and good too
Nepal is so beautiful, I would've NEVER considered it if not for your videos. I'm gonna have to book a trip soon, cheers man.
I knew Nepal was a beautiful place but I never knew how beautiful until watching Harald's coverage. He truly captured its natural essence.
Looks amazing.
please do visit our country. We need more tourists to support the economy.
Fucking loving this Nepal series mate, you're killing it dude.
Appreciate that especially from a subscriber of 5 years 🙏🏻
@@HaraldBaldr Agreed, all your series are absolutely awesome. Can you please tell me how long I have been a subscriber, I would guess 2-3 years?
When will you show your own home Norway? I think most people outside Europe would be very surprised how beautiful it is with its many mountains.
yeah
Man with Videos like this its hard Not to Fall in love with the Nepal culture... One more must go place on the bucket list for me - great Job herald
Kamala is a true hustler, handling the kitchen and the counter all by herself is just wow!!!
I love these Nepal adventures, such a beautiful land and people. Its such a shame that the Government make it so difficult and seemingly expensive for solo adventurers like yourself.
Nepal have huge potential to attract millions of tourists each year. But the government is doing whatever it can to prevent that
@@HaraldBaldr Dont u think thats one of the main reasons it stays how it is though? I mean sure million of tourists each year would be great but then the population starts getting mixed and u lose that magic of the place with its traditions and so on .
@@ruthlesstiger21x76 Surely there is a workable middle ground the improves access to travelers and preserves the beauty and customs of the local population? A common theme keeps popping up in these Nepal videos, the local businesses etc are really struggling due to reduced tourism/hikers.
@@user-ew9gt3dg8x "Over tourism can also ruin places and permanently alter the culture"
- When you are one of the absolute poorest (and also clearly grossly mismanaged) countries in the world... 'over tourism' should be the least of your worries 🤦🏼♂ Let people earn a living, tourism grow and develop the country. Then we can talk about undesirable cultural changes (if there are any) down the line when people have proper salaries and living standards. Just my two cents as a foreigner who obviously don't know very much about Nepal other than what I've seen on my travels.
@@HaraldBaldr Force locals to close their business and sell them to middle east countries as cheap labor.
- Nepal Government
This guy always goes the extra mile to understand places and people. Massive respect
Likewise 😊😊😊😊
Okay, so wow…the villages in the Mustang area are by far the most beautiful and picturesque you have come across yet! The entire multi year Himalayan series has been absolutely phenomenal but this was a whole new level! Well done Mr. Baldr 👏 👏
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What an amazing piece of the planet! Incredible warm and genuine people too. Makes me miss my time in Nepal…great video again Haraldo!
Namaste Harald.
I trekked to Mustang and Marpha from Chomrong. Wonderful time on my 4th visit to Nepal all for trekking. I love this country. It changed my life.
The place is known for it's Apple Brandy. Be careful, it's strong.
Best wishes from South Australia.
Lots of love from pokhara Nepal 🇳🇵 ❤
As a Nepali living abroad and not being able to go home for such a long time I get to watch my beautiful country though your lenses. I appreciate it Harald. Thank you. Happy Dashain for all the Nepali all over the world.
I can't stop watching this videos. So simple, no video edit, no special effects. Just what I need after a hard work day! Thanks, Harald!
If you'll stop someday in Tbilisi, I'd be more than happy to give ya a tour around for free!
Your presence is amazing, your style is unique. My heart and mind feel full of joy after seeing your blog.
37:49 Mustang became a part of modern Nepal in the 1700s, when King Prithvi Narayan Shah initiated his military campaign resulting in modern day Nepal. During the campaign, some kings who peacefully agreed to come under his kingdom of Gorkha were given special local rights, whereby they could rule locally as king, but the kingdom itself would be part of Nepal politically. When Nepal became a republic in 2008 and the Nepalese monarchy proper was abolished, the last surviving mini-kingdom within the larger Nepali kingdom was also abolished.
Before that Mustang was part of the Tibetan kingdom and thus, so much of its language, culture and religion are akin to western Tibet. In fact, the present king of Nepal is a descendent of Tibet’s King Songtsen Gampo.
@@1user1212 There is no King currently
@@1user1212which weed bro?
@@1user1212seriouslyyy??😂😂
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This video is proof Mustang’s royal family is well and alive. They just no longer have a kingdom like olden times
I bet there is ZERO crime in this village….What an absolutely beautiful place full of beautiful people ❤❤❤
Because you couldn’t survive in Nepal without cooperation, the values such as honesty and helpfulness have become a bedrock of Nepalese identity. Such villages have next to no crime.
@@induction7895 You talk the bullshit. "bedrock of Nepalese identity" haha
Exile will happen 😂
I could watch these Nepal videos all the time.
Its like a complete different world in a different time and the most friendly people.
What an amazing serene village. Nepal is a must visit!
You seem to be a vlogger too come and visit Nepal mate. I promise u won’t regret your stay amazing people & amazing hospitality. Hope to see u soon.
@@floydnation1992 for sure. I love interacting with people and learn about the culture and the languages.
Yes its pure fire and seriously impressive.
You are welcome in Nepal ❤❤❤
@@foodfun4134thank you
Harald is such a legend… he goes deep down his limitation to explore the world that only few has been and had experienced … I wouldn’t be surprise if he goes on top of Everest by himself from different route that has never been taken …
This is not as remote as you think, it's on the "Annapurna Trail" (200km trek) which travelers have been visiting for over 50 years. I was in Jomson and Marpha while doing the trek about 12 years ago, so walking there rather than flying.
He's a TH-cam trendsetter. I always see other TH-camrs coping him.
Just because he's a TH-camr doesn't mean he's the first to explore these kinds of places. I've been there myself, I did an 8 stage race in the Mustang region in 2017.
Thanks for all your videos Harald. You show us some amazing places and people. Från en granne i Sverige.
Hi Harald, thank you for taking us to places, most of us will never get a chance to do so,.You are truly Godsend. Every single episode is a true gem. Looking forward to your next adventure.
Another masterpiece Harald, it’s amazing how much quality content and interesting interactions you can creat in a continuous shot all spontaneously as if you plan out every minute of it beforehand.
Yes. He has a natural socialising ability. Blessed by Rati Devi 😂
anyways, the conversation you had with the drunk local guys was fun to watch.😂
Already hit like button without watching 🩷 Thanks for visiting my country herald 🕉️❤️
India>>>>nepal
@@ranjanjha9269 😳🤔
What an absolutely stunning village, and the woman from Paradise Apple was so amazingly sweet !!! Such a great video, Harald !!! What a truly amazing experience.
That lady is brilliant Haraldo! She has contributed to your report enormously! Get her to record her stories and do guided tours! Well done again! So much different from Rhodos! And all on the same planet!! Amazing!
I’ve been in this channel an another channel for years now and the northman never ceases to amaze me…too bad it seems impossible that colab between two great heads (one with strong hair growth) would ever happen again…like anyone watching i had almost completed a full degree of wisdom, gongo hunting, peak conquering, knighthood, but never will want to graduate because we always wanted more. Missing any videos seem like losing the chance of buying a ticket of a box office premiere😊
What I like the most about your videos and the reason you are my favorite youtuber is that you film things you genuinely like to do and not only to have content. Cheers Harald ✌🏽
Your a good soul Haroldo. I love seeing you helping and interacting with the locals. Good man 👍👍
Keep your grind on Harald! Keep showing us the uniqueness of every corner of this rock! The humor mixed with the your experiences make for the perfect combo, never fail to disappoint.
Harald, You are the best of the best ! My granddaughters will watch this series , with a world map in hand . Your teaching goes to me ,( a retired high school teacher , and retired critical care nurse) to a now 10 th grade and 5th grade granddaughters. You are a teacher to we three in this family .Learning history and geography by seeing your adventures ❣️(even about “gongo” )
Thank you Harald ❤
You have the best adventure channel on TH-cam. I love the way you seem to have no fear about getting into the real deal of each place you travel.
Thanks! That Bowl was Beautiful! Keep it up!
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Your video is quite enlightening to a Nepali like me as well. You are too good Harold. Lots of love and respect to Kamala Thakali for her warm hospitality. Its people like her who keep the tourism alive in this country.
I cannot thank you enough Harald for ALL your travel vlogs. You were my saviour in the time of Covid thinking one day when the world is open I will go off to all those places. Even though I haven't gone that far (friend with cancer needed support) I would look at my small trips through Harald's eyes. Even my own town is more interesting. The trips to London for work & talking to my cab drivers from all corners of the globe opening up the world, their lives, their food, their homelands. Thanks again for a fantastic view of a beautiful location.
Marpha can be potentially the distillery hub for Nepal as it produces variety of liquor domestically. If government works on the globalization of the product many people could garner lots of financial opportunity. Thanks Harald for promoting Nepal. Hope you will explore some heavenly places of Karnali too in Nepal
What a beautiful place with such lovely people. My gosh, that mountain view took my breath away 😍 thank you for sharing Harald x
الشعب النيبالي شعب طيب وجميل ومضياف تحياتي لك من العراق ❤❤
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This is absolutely stunning, a quaint beautiful mountain town, clear blue skies, the prayer flags in the wind, good natured folk.
Hey Harald. NO BS. THIS IS YOUR BEST VIDEO TILL DATE.
Namaste @Harald. Thank you so much for exploring Nepal like no one did it before. Keep exploring, Keep sharing. Cheers mate
Wow what a beautiful video. Thank you very much Haralad
"Nostalgia hits hard watching your Nepal trekking adventure! 🏔 It's been a good forty years, but your vlog took me right back to the days of my youth. Best wishes from the down under!
ive never fekt so close to a culture ive never come into contact with. The people are hardworking, nature loving people. I was smiling with every interaction like i was there. A big hug from Washington State USA :)
Lots of love from Nepal bro
I want to hug that woman, shes like somoene i been missing for a long time, she's like someone that helps me feel like home renaisance
What a lovely group of people! Every place you went you encountered kindness and friendliness! I want to go now!!! Thank you Harald! ❤
Huge respect 👍 to you. You are such a humble person to explore our beautiful country. Love from UK ❤️
Such friendly and calm people that are (litterly) down to earth. Its rare these days
Beautiful! Thank you very much for sharing with us 🙏
Her explanation of the workings of the community is pure gold !
And you struck more gold with that Thakali Thali. I would've loved to know the names of the dishes. The ghee she put on the rice is simply clarified butter.
Apple Paradise looked blissful, the owner Kamala explained very well about how village works and about culture. I could feel the vibe when you were having authentic dinner thali. End of this video there is plane shot. Have you already returned or more vlog to come?
Most people could never climb those rocky steps .Thanks for taking us up ,Harold
Harald, what a fabulous video, the village people you meet are truly incredible and I hope this and your other video's inspire trekkers to follow your footsteps into the mountains to support these wonderful people, I wish I was there with you, thank you so much for opening up our world. ❤❤
Thank you for another venture into these beautiful places that we live vicariously through you in and even given some us the courage to roam and make our own adventures after watching. Your a blessing to TH-cam.
Started watching your videos from the class 8 and now i got high school graduation. Now, Iam going to have 3rd comment on your videos.
Even , many Nepalese can't afford to travel and visit country, so i got youtubers whi are fulfilling me to see beautiful Nepal .
One thing i just remembered is that when i was first watching your videos .I used to remember your TH-cam name as Hari Bahadur .One of the legend of Nepali comedian.Because , i felt your name is too hard for me .
Harald Appeoves ❤ .
Thanks for sticking around 🫡🇳🇵
the cafe lady's english is absolutely phenomenal!! she speaks very well, even better than Harald ;).... the thali looks 5* incredible food!!
Incredible! What a beautiful village. The woman at the Restaurant was a beautiful story teller ! I could listen to her voice for hours, she was so informative. Great video, Harald
Hi where are you from can❤
Hello Harald, such amazing view thanks for making this vlog. Watching your vlogs is like traveling too.. 👍🏼👍🏼
Im obsessed. Thank you for this
Brilliant find looks amazing here! Always wanted to visit Nepal.
Another fine adventure, i have never seen this before, such an eye opener. Thank you.
Beautiful. Ich wish i was there now. Realy awesome Video. Thanks.
Nepal is one of the beautiful country in the world.
Wow wow Just wow 😲 love from india 🇮🇳🙏
It was amazing meeting you in person , sharing such good vibes !!!
Hope youll be on your route to upper Mustang on your royal Enfield too
As a fellow traveler myself, I really enjoy your content. By far the best. Thank you for taking us along Harald.
I love the videos. It is just catching... I should do some work, but that as to wait. Fantastisk jobb! Gleder meg til neste episode!
This was yet another great video, i must say i really liked what you did with all the clips at the end of the video.. like a small recap mixed with b-roll footage.. really nice 🙏
Loving your show with thanks and thumbs up for taking me places I know I will never see in my life time.! Thank You.!
The Nepal videos has been your best work so far imo. Nice to see that your still progressing at the respectable age of 72. 👍
Upper Mustang has been found to contain Uranium Deposits.
Hence the "sensitivity" of the area.
Also not to forget, Nepal is sandwiched between 2 global nuclear powers, India and China ,
and their sensitivity towards each other in the matters of security.
Perhaps, to assure each of the neighbours that Nepal isn't a security threat, and there is a strict/restricted protocol and an overwatch on the movement of people entering the region with Uranium deposits, this measure has been kept in place.
Not to mention the US's keen interest and involvement in Upper Mustang , in the guise of aid/renovation.
Nepal and common Nepalese on the other hand have to bear the brunt of global geopolitical tussle and constantly shifting ties.
We sure do live in a global world. International politics finds its way to a remote village in Nepal.
Hmm Interesting analysis on the Uranium deposits and restricted movement.
After all, Nepal is infamous for curbing/shutting down anything which the officials seem to have a hassle regulating.
Yes its officially proved there is a huge uranium deposit and not to forget there was Khampa War in this region before... it is a politically sensetive region too...
And also don't forget that region had war in the past (khampa war)
Absolutely amazing nature on earth 🌎🌍
This video is one of best videos after Lang-tang episode. I loved how Kamala Sherchan didi explained everything about community, culture and foods . You are blessed to have Harlad as a customer didi, now you’re famous around the world through Harlad 🙏🏻❤️I know for sure your business will be bloom soon त्यसैले भन्छ नि अथिती देव भवो सवैलाई माया सम्मान र राम्रो व्यवहार गरौ ।Bless you both 🇳🇵❤️
Thank you Herald for visiting Nepal , exploring our hidden beauty and bringing it to the world through your Vlog .🙏🙏🙏
Wow, Thank you Harald , You always take us on a fantastic adventure to places we only get to experience because you have the will and curiosity to go where few dare. Please stay safe.
Perhaps your greatest episode. Thoroughly loved it.
Dearest Harold,I absolutely love this place,this lady that you filmed is so sweet and knowledgeable about her community. The food looked yummy even though I don’t know what you ate the only thing you said was yak ,lol don’t know what that is , I am a very old senior that I wish I could close my eyes and be there with you ,I didn’t like that small plane you went on ,it looked scary even though u said it was a good ride. Nepal is a very interesting place ,but this town really got into my heart . IF you ever come to Fla ,in usa again I hope and pray you will let me know ,my house is open ,I have followed you forever and will never miss one of your vlogs ,sometime I have to fast forward the film because I get so scared of the risk you take lol. Please always be safe . Ty for forfilling my life with your adventures,wish I had your strength. Thanks again Harold ,I hope u will write back ,Alma,usa, florida ❤️♥️💜💜💚🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 you are amazing,your love for structures and the land is so strong ,
Great Video, like always. I really enjoyed it!
Must Visit Western Part Of Nepal Too Sir.
Did you meant to say eastern part of Nepal cause Mustang is western part of nepal. 🤔
Man I hope there's more video coming from this hidden heaven.
far west @@bensonthapa7646
@@bensonthapa7646 Mustang is central not Western! Western is Humla, Mugu and others..........
@@JourneyCamera but its in Western Development Region?
Just such a magical place Haraldo! Ty for the magical trip😊❤
Finally someone visited Mustang 👏
One of your best. Thanks a million.
I can't tell you how much I love these videos! Harold, you are bringing places to people who would never otherwise get to experience them. It's the next best thing to experiencing first hand.
Harald your videos of the adventures of a people, gongo, animal and travel loving Northman
are life changing to me. You’re so authentic!
Namaste 🙏🏼
Another great video Harald! Thank you!
I like the summary photos and videos at the end. Nice touch to these videos. As always, great video and great series. Risking your life for quality content in each episode. Thanks!