The Tilicho Lake Trek is a captivating adventure through the Annapurna region of Nepal, known for its dramatic landscapes and high-altitude beauty. Starting from the bustling town of Besi Sahar, the trek gradually ascends through diverse terrain, passing through charming villages like Manang and Khangsar. The trail offers stunning views of snow-capped peaks, lush forests, and cascading waterfalls along the way.
The highlight of the trek is Tilicho Lake itself, situated at an impressive altitude of over 4,900 meters (16,138 feet). The lake’s crystal-clear turquoise waters surrounded by towering mountains create a serene and picturesque setting. Crossing the challenging Thorong La Pass, standing at 5,416 meters (17,769 feet), is another memorable aspect of the trek, offering panoramic views of the Himalayan range.
Throughout the journey, trekkers immerse themselves in the rich culture of the region, encountering Buddhist monasteries, traditional villages, and warm hospitality from local communities. The Tilicho Lake Trek is a perfect blend of adventure and natural beauty, making it a must-do for avid trekkers seeking an unforgettable Himalayan experience.
Overview
Travel is the movement of people between relatively distant geographical locations, and can involve travel by foot, bicycle, automobile, train, boat, bus, airplane, or other means, with or without luggage, and can be one way or round trip. Travel can also include relatively short stays between successive movements.
The origin of the word “travel” is most likely lost to history. The term “travel” may originate from the Old French word travail, which means ‘work’. According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, the first known use of the word travel was in the 14th century.
It also states that the word comes from Middle English travailen, travelen (which means to torment, labor, strive, journey) and earlier from Old French travailler (which means to work strenuously, toil). In English we still occasionally use the words “travail”, which means struggle. According to Simon Winchester in his book The Best Travelers’ Tales (2004), the words “travel” and “travail” both share an even more ancient root: a Roman instrument of torture called the tripalium (in Latin it means “three stakes”, as in to impale).
