POKHARA, Oct. 20 -- Tourist destinations of the Annapurna area including Ghandruk have decided to not operate hotels for an indefinite period. Tourism entrepreneurs are worried of COVID-19 transmission if they allow tourists to enter the village. Uncertainty remains regarding the operation of hotels in Ghandruk and Annapurna Base Camp (ABC).

But another trekking trail in Annapurna region, Manang, is open for travelers. The domestic tourists, however, are required to present negative PCR reports while entering the zone. The local government has stated that tourists holding negative PCR reports can visit Manang. Few domestic tourists have started visiting the place after the local government issued this notice.

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