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Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Nepal

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Tour Guide, Mount Everest, Nepal

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1: Pokhara:-

Pokhara is the most popular destination to visit in Nepal. It is in the top selecton list by all foreign and domestic visitors. Pokhara is a suitable destination for family holidays, Honemoon stay, Luxury holidays and adventure sports. Most of the trekkers to Annapurna region start their journey at Pokhara. So Pokhara is well known for all Annapurna trekkers. Perfect weather, Hospitable people,different kind of hotels and restaurants, many places to visit, Panoramic mountain view, cultural heritage sites and mesmerising beauty of Fewa Lake is the identity of Pokhara. The nightlife of Pokhara is also popular among young visitors. You can spend hours and hours in the live music, disco-dance, gazal, and in dohari restaurants of Pokhara. Different adventure sports like paragliding, bungee jumping, ultra-light zip flyer makes you stay longer in Pokhara. Pokhara is easily accessible from Kathmandu via tourist bus or domestic flight. 

2: Sauraha (Chitwan National Park):-

Chitwan national park is the first national park in Nepal established in 1973. Within an area of 932 sq. km it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is popular as one of the best destination for Wildlife Tours, Adventure Safari, in South Asia. Sairaha village near Chitwan national park is popular for family tour, couple tour, honeymoon tour and all interested people in wildlife and nature. Chitwan National Park is a best destination for wildlife tourism. Popular activities in Chitwan national park are elephant riding, jungle walking, jeep safari, elephant bath, canoe ride, tharu village cultural tour, sunset view, and many more. Chitwan National Park is home to 68 species of mammals, 543 species of birds, 113 species of fish, and many more endangered species of animals including one-horned rhino and Royal Bengal Tiger. 

3: Lumbini:-

Lumbini is the Buddhist pilgrimage site and birthplace Lord Buddha. It lies in the Rupandeshi district of Nepal. Lumbini has its own features of visiting the monasteries that are historically, culturally, archeologically and religiously important. Lumbini is widely visited by different Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world. World Peace Lamp, Ashoka Pillar, Mayadevi Temple, Birth place of Lord Buddha, Mayadevi Garden are the most popular places to see in Lumbini.

4: Lomanthang:-

Lomangthang lies in Mustang district of Dhaulagiri zone at an altitude of 3740 meter above the sea level. Lomangthang is the capital of Mustang. People of Lomangthang are more similar to Tibetan people culturally and linguistically. Mustang is divided into Lower Mustang and Upper Mustang. Lomangthang lies in the Upper Mustang area. It is popular trekking destination in the remote and isolated Himalayan region of Nepal in the rain shadow area of Dhaulagiri massif. All trekkers require a special trekking permit from the immigration office of Nepal Government with the help of a local registered trekking agency. You can fly to Jomsom from Pokhara to start your trek or jeep drive till Lomangthang. 

5: Jamunakhadi:-

Jamunakahadi Ramsar area lies in Jhapa district in eastern part of Nepal.This area is just one km north from the main east-west highway in the Chure-Mahabharat  forest range. Small zoo inside the area contains different animals. One can also see python and one of the endangered species of reptiles. Birtamod and Damak are the closest cities to get  luxury hotels for your stay. Jamunakhadi is 550 KM from Kathmandu but you can access via domestic flight to Biratnagar or Bhadrapur. You can combine your tour to Ilam as well - a popular tea garden in Nepal. 

6: Antudanda (Dipendra Shikhar)

Antudanda lies at an altitude of 2328 meters from sea level in the eastern part Himalayan district of Nepal called Ilam. It is one of the most popular vantage point for sunrise view over the himalayas. You can combine your journey to Antudanda and Jamunakhadi to visit the beautiful tea garden of Ilam. During your journey to Antudanda from Fikkal, you will pass the small town villages like Chhipikhola, Siddhikhola and Chhiruwa. It takes about 4 hours of bus journey with the alluring view of Kanchanjunga, Indian landscape, Antu lake and many more. Tour to Antudanda can be extended in Adventurous Kanchanjunga Trekking route via same route beside the indigeneous people of lepcha community and their culture; which is another attraction for tourists. If you are in the mood to extended your trip to India, then Darjeeling is the closest destination from here. 

7: Jiri:-

Jiri is the main tourist spot of Dolakha district in north-eastern Nepal, it lies at an altitude of 1905 meters. It is 184 km from Kathmandu and can be reached after 6 to 8 hours of bus journey. Jiri is often compared to the Zurich city of Switzerland. Tamakoshi river, beautiful landscape with grassy green land, waterfall and traditional villages are the major attractions of Jiri. This beautiful mountain town was set up as an agricultural development centre by the Swiss Government aid in 1938. Jiri is called the “Gateway of Mt. Everest” because the successful Everest expedition team of Tenzing Norgay and Edmond Hillari in 1953 passed through this village. So trekking to the Everest region via Jiri is known as Classical Route to Everest. Most of the people fly into the small aircraft at Lukla for Mt. Everest trekking,  by cutting of a week of difficult but beautiful trekking route of Jiri to Lukla. 

8: Nagarkot:-

Nagarkot is the most scenic spot in Bhaktapur district. It lies at an altitude of 2195 meters and 32 km east of Kathmandu. It is well known for the sunrise and sunset view over the Himalayan range. It is the closest viewpoint from Kathmandu to see the Himalayan range within few days of your vacation. If you are planning your short stay in Kathmandu, Nagarkot would be the best place to visit and see the Himalayas. About one and half hour drive takes you to Nagarkot. Different eight Himalayan ranges including Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Jugal Himal, Rolwaling, Mahalangur, and Numbur  are seen from Nagarkot. Your trip will be more memorable if you add a short day hiking to Changu Narayan from Nagarkot. This short panoramic hiking trail is the best way to encounter the locals and know their culture and community. You can also visit the most ancient temple of Nepal Changu Narayan at the end of your hike. Changu Narayan temple is also one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Nepal. There are numerous luxury hotels to basic guesthouses at Nagarkot to select depending on your budget. It is also the best destination for couples who are seeking honeymoon tours in Nepal..

9: Sirubari:-

Sirubari village lies in Syanga district at an altitude of 1700 meters from sea level. It is the most popular village for homestay in Nepal. Gurung community and culture is the main attraction of Sirubari Village. Hospitality of local people, pleasant weather throughout the year, scenic mountain views attract the tourists all over the year. The local people in traditional Gurung dress welcome you on your arrival. 

10: Gosaikunda:-

Gosaikunda Lake lies in Langtang National Park, at an altitude of 4380 meters above sea level. Gosaikunda is the sacred lake of all Hindu and Buddhist people. Gosaikunda trekking can be done within 7 days of package from Kathmandu to Kathmandu. This trek adjoins the famous Langtang Valley Trek. Basic accommodation is easily available during the trek. The trek to Goshainkunda starts in Dhunche Village or Sybrubesi in the Langtang Himal or in Sundarijal in the Kathmandu valley.