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Jhong Village – Stairway to Muktinath Temple loop from Muktinath

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Jhong Village – Stairway to Muktinath Temple loop from Muktinath

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Jhong Village – Stairway to Muktinath Temple loop from Muktinath

02:46

8.02km

270m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.69 km for 1.62 km

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1.01 km

Jharkot Village and Ruined Palace

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Jharkot was a powerful place back in the days. When you visit this village today, then you will see a ruined palace which is quite big, a gompa, Tibetan healing …

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2

1.30 km

Green Fields in Annapurna Conservation Area

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This area is particularly beautiful in spring.

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2.63 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

4

3.43 km

Jhong Village

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This small village is Tibetan in character.

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5

5.11 km

Traditional Village in Annapurna Conservation Area

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Animal husbandry and agriculture determine the daily routine.

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6

6.70 km

Stairway to Muktinath Temple

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way to the temple

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7

7.03 km

Ranipauwa Village

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8

7.21 km

Ranipauwa Village Center

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In the early 1990s, there were no services available for trekkers in Ranipauwa, such as accommodation and food stalls.

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9

7.39 km

Ranipauwa Village

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Ranipauwa at 3,700 m is the last village for trekkers before crossing Thorong La Pass on the Annapurna Circuit. The village also serves both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims on their way to the Temple of Muktinath.

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8.02 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.06 km

2.71 km

1.27 km

535 m

446 m

Surfaces

5.21 km

1.80 km

671 m

296 m

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Highest point (3,690 m)

Lowest point (3,450 m)

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Friday 22 May

19°C

8°C

34 %

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