The Manang Valley, which lies close to the Nepal-Tibet border, offers tremendous opportunities due to its rich natural flora and fauna.

They have received special dispensation from the King to trade in South East Asia, and travel abroad with precious stones and metals, musk, herbs and other items.

The parents' lack of proficiency in the English language is irrelevant as it in no way affects their trading skills.

[citation needed] Since the area was opened to outsiders in the late 1970s, many have switched from the traditional agriculture to hoteleering.

[6] Ethnicity/caste: 57.1% were Gurung, 12.6% Tamang, 7.1% Ghale, 6.9% Bhote, 3.8% Kami, 2.5% Hill Brahmin, 2.3% Magar, 1.5% Chhetri, 1.5% Newar, 0.9% Damai/Dholi, 0.9% Thakali, 0.5% Rai, 0.3% Sherpa, 0.2% Bote, 0.2% Sarki and 1.6% others.