Besides being an ancient trade route, Nepal had fought several wars with Tibet in the past centering mainly on trade disputes, and all of the military missions from Nepal went to Tibet from this region. Sometimes the fighting took place in this very region, so this region also carries historical importance for the nation. If we look at the ethnography and culture of people of this region, we find that much of their custom and culture resembles that of Tibet region. Because people here had more interaction with Tibet rather than with the people in the south, the Tibetan influence is considerable.

Intending to promote the rich natural beauty and cultural heritage of the area, the government of Nepal launched Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation Program in 2001 in assistance with UNDP. The program developed this area as Tamang Heritage Trail. The trail features exotic dances and other rituals of Tamang people. All the while the Himalayan ranges in the north make a beautiful background of the tour. So, you get to taste the double joy of being home to a rich ethnic culture of Nepal and equally rich natural endowments of the area. There are also natural hot springs for you to take a dip, and kill off your fatigue of up-and-down walks.