Thursday, June 20, 2013

Pokhara & Activities

Pokhara is one of the most popular destinations for tourist in Nepal. The city is a place of natural beauty known as a centre of adventure and offering stunning panoramic views of the Himalaya. Three out of the ten highest mountains in the world are situated in the area and Pokhara is the starting and ending point for many of the popular trekking routes in Nepal in the Annapurna region.
Pokhara is most probably one of the places on earth with a wonderful combination of diverse natural beauties and unique human culture. Phewa lake is the centre of all attractions in Pokhara which is approx. 900 meters high of sea level. This is indeed a paradise valley of natural lakes with cristaline water, water falls, gorges, rivers, natural caves, historic temples and monasteries.
The perpetual beauty of the valley is enhanced by its three renowed lakes including Fewa, Begnas & Rupa which own their natural resource in the glacial sector of the Annapurna range, virtually the abode of five major peaks, namely Annapurna I, II, II, IV & Annapurna South which definitely persue tourists to visit Nepal.
The valley has a backdrop of the most dramatic views of the Himalayan world which, in a clear day, can be seen so close that you can feel you can touch them. The moment you step into any part of Pokhara the first thing that takes you to a spontaneous delight is its fresh air and the most spectacular breathtaking gorgeous view of Himalayan ranges on the north which always welcomes you in Pokhara.

How to get to Pokhara?
Pokhara is 200km west from the capital city of Kathmandu and can be reached within a five hours scenic drive or within 25 minutes beautiful flight over midland hills. Pokhara is well connected by land to almost all destinations in the country and can be easily accessed.

What activties can be practiced in the area? 
Boating at Phewa Lake
Cycling
Horse or Poney trek
Meditation and Yoga classes
Buddhist retreat at Begnas Lake
Rafting
Paragliding
Ultra-light

Short treks:
One, two or three days
Royal trek
Suggestions: Dampus, Panchase, Sikiles, Kalika
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of countryside
Visit villages and typical houses
Experience some homestay with local people
Medium treks:
Four or five days
Suggestions: Ulleri, Poon Hill, Tadapani, Ghandruk

Long treks:
One or two weeks and more
Jomson, Mustang area
Tilicho Lake
Thorong La Pass
Manang
ABC, Annapurna Sanctuary

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Sightseeing Pokhara Valley

Places you can visit nearby:
Sarangkot on the hill
Views from Sarangkot
Devi's Falls
Rivers, valleys and gorges
Seti Gandaki gorge
Barahi Temple at Phewa Lake
Bhadrakali and Bindhyabasini hindu temples
Matepani buddhist monastery
Old Bazaar