The Cable News Network (CNN) has listed Namje, a village in eastern Nepal among the world’s best 12 unheard of places. Namje’s isolation has been its saving grace, said the network. Namje, at the altitude of 6000 feet from sea level is ideal for scenic views of mountains and lies along a series of footpaths with views of Mt Makalu.

The village has majority of people from Magar community. Namje can be reached on a five hours long trek from Dhankuta. Life of people close to nature, attachment to spirituality, scenic views, adventurous trekking route and exotic culture makes Namje one of the best tourist destinations.

The destination was recommended by Stephanie Odegard, the founder and president of Odegard Inc. She came upon it while she was searching for local women to harvest fibre for her rug company.