Jharkot
झार्कोट
A fortified village below Muktinath, with the remains of an earthen castle and a red Sakya monastery overlooking the whole valley.
Jharkot sits at about 3,550 meters, roughly 2 km west of Muktinath. It was once a fortress controlling the salt trade routes, and its ruined earthen castle and watchtowers still stand. The red walls of the Sakya monastery in the village are striking, and it also houses a Tibetan medical school. From the village edge you can look out over the barren landscape toward Kagbeni and Upper Mustang. Most visitors walk through Jharkot on the way down from Muktinath. Along the way you pass traditional houses and barley fields, which makes for a richer experience than riding in a vehicle.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Muktinath Temple
- Lubra Village
- Kagbeni
- Jomsom
- Nilgiri View from Jomsom
- Thini Village
- Jomsom Airport
- Dhumba Lake