Every spring, high above the villages of Manang, a remarkable journey begins. Families leave their homes, shepherds move towards alpine meadows, and experienced mountain people search for one of the Himalaya's most valuable natural treasures—”yarsagumba”, the legendary "Himalayan Gold."

Nepal has always attracted explorers, leaders, entrepreneurs and people who seek something beyond ordinary travel. In March 2025, Oskar Hartmann, internationally known entrepreneur and investor, visited Nepal and experienced some of the country’s most meaningful destinations — Kathmandu, Pokhara, Muktinath and the Everest region by helicopter.

According to the latest government directive, all foreign nationals planning to trek in Nepal's 13 designated restricted areas must obtain the necessary trekking permits through the Department of Immigration. To improve efficiency, the permit application process has been digitized, allowing registered trekking agencies to process applications online.

The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most iconic and sought-after trekking adventures in the world. Nestled in the breathtaking Himalayas of Nepal, this legendary journey attracts thousands of trekkers, mountaineers, and adventure enthusiasts every year. More than just a trek, the Everest Base Camp experience is a remarkable combination.

There are buildings that dominate a city's skyline, and there are buildings that seem to define the soul of an entire place. Potala Palace in Lhasa is both. Rising dramatically above the Lhasa Valley from Marpo Ri — the Red Hill — the immense white, red and gold palace appears almost to grow directly from the mountain.