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KATHMANDU VALLEY
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The valley comprises of the three cities of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur
which share amongst themselves the seven World Heritage sites. The valley is one vast
open air museum of Newari culture with its colossal ensemble of sculptures,
temples, monuments and magnificent artwork on display.
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Major places of interest in KATHMANDU
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Durbar Square, a world heritage
site is an ensemble of palaces, courtyards and temples built between the 12th and
the 18th centuries by Malla Kings.
- Swayambhu Nath Stupa
another world heritage site is one of the holiest Buddhist sites that keeps watch over the
valley from the top of a hillock
- Boudhanath Stupa, the largest stupa in the valley that rises 36 m is
also a world heritage site
- Pasupathinath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu Shrines in the world
is also considered as a World
Heritage Site.
- Tsomgo Narayan Temple (a Worlds
Heritage Site), is dedicated to the Lord Vishnu and one of the finest and
oldest specimens of pagoda architecture.
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PATAN
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In Patan, place to visit include
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- Durbar Square (a World Heritage Site)
with its enchanting palace buildings, artistic courtyards and pagoda
temples.
- Mahaboudha, a 14th century Buddhist
Monument is a fine example of the terra cotta artwork.
- Kwa Bahal(the Golden Temple), a
12th century Buddhist monastery is exceptionally rich in fine wood-carvings
and repouses works
- Kumbheswar is one of the only three
temples in the valley with five roofs.
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BHAKTAPUR
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Bhaktapur's attractions are just as
spectacular. They are the
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Durbar Square (a world Heritage Site)
with its 15th century Palace of 55 Windows and an entrance known as the Golden
Gate - a masterpiece in repouse the towering five roofed Natyapola Temple.
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- Tachapal Square famed for its many
ornate Hindu monasteries called Math.
- Potters Square (Bolachhen), when
potters mold clay into earthenware.
- Surya Binayak, dedicated to the Hindu
God Ganesh/ Binayak.
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AROUND NEPAL
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POKHARA
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The most beautiful city,200 kms west of Kathmandu, is a
blend of rich farmlands and forested hills and a half dozen lakes. The 124 square kilometer valley at an
average altitude of 900 metres is cut by the Seti
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the seven Gandaki rivers that bisects the central hills. The excellent soil makes the valley a verdant assortment of flowers anywhere.
For everyone, Pokhara is a wonderfully relaxing place.The visitors enjoy from
Pokhara the magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Mansalu, Machapuchere(Fish Tail),
the fine peaks of Annapurna range.
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| ANNAPURNA
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This most popular trekking route in Nepal, begins from Pokhara
and leads you through rhododendron forests over the foothills of the Annapurna
and Dhaulagiri mountains. The Kali Gandaki Gorge, the deepest in the world ,and
Lake Tilicho, the highest lake at 4,919 m, are located here. The highest
elevation reached on the trek is 5,416 m.
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ROYAL CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
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Royal Chitwan National Park, a world Heritage Site in the
south- central
Nepal, is 932 sq km of subtropical lowlands of Sal forests, tall grass
lands. ox-bow
lakes and flood plains. Asia's best managed park is home to 50
species of
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mammals, 55 species of amphibians and reptiles and 525 species of
birds. Wildlife
found here include the one horned rhinoceros, Royal Bengal tiger, guar and wild
elephant, gharial crocodiles and gigantic dolphin. Tharus are the
indigenous
inhabitants of Chitwan. Activities such as jungle safari on elephant back,
jungle walks, canoe ride ,village tour and jeep drive can be enjoyed in
Chitwan.
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| LUMBINI
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Lumbini, in the south west, is the birth place of Lord Buddha and a World
Heritage Site. An Inscription on the Ashoka Pillar identifies the sacred garden
as the place where the Buddha was born. Lumbini has a number of artistic temples
and monasteries built through International support.
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| KHUMBU VALLEY
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Khumbu Valley in the Everest region is another popular destination for
trekkers. Ringed by towering mountains, it is the home to the three of the worlds
tallest peaks, namely Everest(8,848m), Lhotse(8,516m) and Cho Oyu(8,201m). A hair
raising flight lands you at Lukla (2,850m) from where the trail leads to the
Sherpa Village of Namche Bazaar, Tengboche monastery set against the backdrop of
the picturesque Ama Dablam(6,812m) And finally, Everest base camp.
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| NAGARKOT
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Nagarkot is a popular hill
destination, situated 32 kms east of
Kathmandu at an altitude of 2,175 m. The panoramic view of the major peaks in the
eastern Nepal Himalaya including the Sagarmatha.
Himalayan peaks like Mansalu,
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Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Choba Bhamre, Gaurishankar and Numbur are also
clearly seen from Nagarkot. This is an ideal spot for sunrise view and the
road
is motorable from Kathmandu
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HATIBAN
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13 kms drive from Kathmandu to Hatiban Resort crosses the
Bagmati River to the west of the city and passes the town of Kirtipur. The road
then winds uphill gently to the resort. This place commands a 160 degree view of
the Kathmandu Valley as well as the Himalaya range from Ganesh Himal to
Mt.Everest.
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| DHULIKHEL
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The ancient town is situated 30 kms east of Kathmandu and is
one hours drive on the side of the Arnico Highway (Kathmandu-Kodari Highway).
From here one can have a spectacular view if the Panoramic mountains. An ideal gateway for city dwellers during
holidays, hill station at the closest proximity
and soothing climate. Best Recommended stays are Dhulikhel Lodge Resort and
Himalayan horizon. Run in a traditional Newari style and complete ambience of
Nepali culture and great views with great foods.
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| GODAVARI
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Situated at the foothills of
Phulchowki Mountain (2,858m) and near Royal Botanical Garden has a splendid
natural beauty.
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| DAMAN
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It is situated 80 kms south west of Kathmandu at an altitude of
about 2,400 metres. Daman is located on the Thribuhavan Highway in between
Kathmandu and the town of Birganj. For the view of the breathtaking grandeur of
the worlds highest peaks extending in one glittering are from far west of to far
east of Sagarmatha (Mt.Everest) there is no better place than tower fitted along
with range telescopes. Daman can be reached in four hours from Kathmandu.
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| KURINTAR
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It is situated 104 kms west of Kathmandu, the 3 hrs drive to
reach Kurintar. The resort is situated on the banks of river Trishuli River.
This is the ideal place for those who want to spend their holiday is a quiet
natural place. This place is also a starting point for rafting and take off
point to Manokamana Temple.
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| JOMSOM
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Jomsom(Mustang)situated at an altitude of 8,800ft in the
Transhimalayan region of Nepal and nesteled between MountHilgiri(7060m)and
Dhaulagiri(8167m).In addtion to the ancient temples and monasteries,high
altitude lakes,rivers,caves can be seen here.JOMSOM is not the only popular
trekking daetination in Nepal but also the gateway to upper Mustang"Kingdom"
within the hindu Kingdom of Nepal.Jomsom is the gateway to the Muktinath Temple
that holds great religious significance to both Buddhists and Hindus. There are
no motorable roads connecting Pokhara and Jomsom, the only other option for
guests is trekking to Jomsom from Pokhara which takes about six days.
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