BEYOND THE VALLEY

 

                       
Pokhara
Pokhara is a rare combination of the long arrays of snow clad peaks, crystal clear lakes, turbulent rivers with deep gorges and picturesque villages inhabited by simple and friendly ethnic people.
Situated at the lap of the panoramic Annapurna Himal, the climate of Pokhara remains favorable all the year round neither to warm not too cold. The moment you step into any part of Pokhara the first thing that takes you to immediate delight is the gorgeous view of the gigantic mountains. Pokhara is infact, the first and foremost convenient point for mountain-oriented sightseeing. Mt.Annapurna, literally meaning the GODDESS of Abundant Harvest, lies at a horizontal distance of 40km from the valley of Pokhara which is at an elevation of just 900 meter above main sea level. Some mountain peaks visible from Pokhara are Mt.Dhaulagari(8167m),Annapurna(8091m), Mt.Machapuchhre,Lamjung Himal, Mansalu and Himalchuli.
Pokhara is a city of fine lakes with crystalline water. The lake in the immediate vicinity of the city is Phewa Tal with an island temple dedicated to Goddess Barahi in the middle. This legendry second largest lake of the Kingdom remains a major source of attraction for the visiting tourist.

                                                Mt.Machapuchhre               (You could be there with your loved one too)

The city of Pokara is renowned for its setting rather than its historical or cultural endowments. Its quiet lakeside location and proximity to the mountains mean it is an ideal place for recovering from (or gearing up for) a trek, taking leisurely strolls or simply putting your nose in a good book. And wouldn't you know it, Pokhara has some of the country's best accommodation and restaurants as well. There's a batch of Tibetan settlements, a hilltop monastery and the pretty Devi Falls nearby. Day walks can be taken to Sarangkot (1592m), the limestone caves at Mahendra Gufa or Rupa and Begnas Tals lakes. More exertion (but not much more) will be required to tackle the three to four-day Annapurna Skyline Trek.

LUMBINI
The World Heritage Site of Religion
Lumbini is the sound birthplace of Lord Siddhartha Goutam Buddha- The Apostle of Compassion & no-violence. He is not only the light of Asia but the messenger of Universal Peace as well. The auspicious garden of Lumbini is situated amidst the newly established town of Siddharthanagar in the hot Terai plains of West Nepal. The broken Ashoka pillar, holy remnants of an old Buddhist monastery, divine images of the Buddha’s mother great Maya Devi, etc are still well preserved here. Extensive excavation task if being carried out with promising effects. It is accessible by air from the capital city to Bhairawa.

                                                          

NAMO BUDDHA
Situated on a hill just above Panaouti valley is an authentic Buddhist shrine which the indigenous Newars call " Namra Bhagwan." The name of the religious hamlet itself is also Namra Bhagwan. Lord Buddha is auspiciously commemorated here
By an ancient stone slab and a Stupa with the angular eyes of Enlightened One.
The pious forestation is believed to be the exact location where late King Mahasatwa (One of the past Buddha incarnation) sacrificed his own flesh for the sake of a dying tigress and her hungry cubs. The Stupa is highly worshipped by Nepalese Buddhists and Tibetan Buddhists. This serene wood proves to be an ideal spot for sentimental meditation.

NAGARKOT
This is a lovely hill station lying at an elevation of 7,133ft above the sea level and is not more than 32km direct east of Kathmandu city. It is a year around holiday resort which rich in chlorophyll forestations. As an ever green area , the pines appear spectacularly beautiful. The panorama of the major peaks belonging to the eastern Himalayas including Mt. Everest can be viewed from here weather permitting. The resort stands best at Sunrise plus Sunset.

DHULIKHEL:                                                                                                                                         

This is an ancient hill town which is known as "Dhoukhyo" to the indigenous Newars. It is situated 30 km east of Kathmandu City on the side of the Arniko Highway leading to the Tibetan border. From here one can own a complete panoramic view of the snowy flanks ranging from east to west.

KAKANI:                                                                                                                                           

Situated at an elevation of 6,500 feet above the sea-level and 25 kilometers away from Kathmandu City is hilly Kakani, famous for plenty of terraced fields. Short treks are made possible. The fabulous holiday area of Kakani features enchanting attractions ranging from the beautiful alpine scenery to the magnificent Himalayan panorama, especially of the Ganesh Himal.

 

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