Simran Sharma
June 27, 2018
DISCOVER NEPAL
Nepal, home to Mount Everest, is dominated by the world's most imposing mountains. Although the country is relatively small (147,181 square kilometers), 80 percent of its territory is occupied by the dramatic peaks of the Himalayas, Nepal was closed to foreign visitors until 1951, a situation which contributed greatly to its mystique in the west. This small, hospitable country has since become an exceptionally popular destination for travelers, whether they are in search of climbing challenges or spiritual enlightenment.The central section of Nepal is formed by the Mahabharat Chain, a range of mountains that reach modest altitudes of 2,000-3,000 meters. Farming has become an important activity in the area; terraced farms produce rice, corn and wheat. The Kathmandu Valley, a stretch of green in the middle of the Mahabharat, is home to Nepal's capital and other historic cities.
PLACES TO VISIT
GOKYO VALLEY
Gokyo Valley gives you the feeling of heaven on earth in the very land of Himalayas in Everest region. The possibility of the feeling of heaven on earth really does exist. The valley of six sacred lakes surrounded by the tallest peaks in the world. The beauty of mountains, lakes, glaciers and ridges can be experienced with Gokyo trek. Nepal Pioneers Treks is one of the best trekking and a tour operator company.
LUMBINI
Lumbini (Sanskrit for "the lovely") is a Buddhist pilgrimage site located at the Nepalese town of Kapilavastu, district Rupandehi, near the Indian border.Lumbini is one of four Buddhist pilgrimage sites based on major events in the life of Gautama Buddha. Interestingly, all of the events occurred under trees.The other three sites are in India: Bodh Gaya (enlightenment), sarnath (first discourse), and Kushinagar (death).Lumbini lies in the foothills of the Himalayas in Nepal. The site is a large garden with a grove of pipal trees. The area around Lumbini is entirely Hindu, but many Buddhist temples and shrines from various nations are scattered around the holy site itself.The most important temple at Lumbini is the Maya Devi Temple, which enshrines the traditional site of the Buddha's birth. The current temple stands on the site of earlier temples and stupas, including the stupa built by Ashoka.
KATHMANDU
The Kathmandu Valley is located in the north east central region of Nepal. From ancient times to today it remains an important trading route from Tibet/China to India. The valley itself is the most populous in Nepal with a population of over 2.5 million people which continues to grow at a rate of 4 percent a year. The capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu, is located in the Kathmandu valley along with several other cities of historic and cultural importance (including several UNESCO World Heritage sites). These include the old royal capitals of Bhaktapur and Patan. The Kathmandu Valley is also noted for being origin of the Newari people who still populate most of the valley. Due to being a region of commercial value today there are people of many different cultures and religions living there.
PATAN
Patan is a one of the largest cities in Nepal and is located just across the Bagmati river from Kathmandu. Confusingly, it is also known as Lalitpur, both names deriving from the Sanskrit "Lalitapattan". Like its larger neighbor, Patan also boasts a Durbar Square full of temples, statues, and palaces and, in addition, has the must-see attraction of Patan Museum. As a traditional center of handicrafts, Patan is a great place to purchase jewelry, Buddha statues and masks.
BHAKTAPUR
Among the three major cities of the Kathmandu Valley, Bhaktapur, to this date, is the living representation of how the entire Kathmandu Valley would have looked like during the medieval periods. The city is celebrated for its glorious architecture; sky-high temples built in pagoda style - which is believed to be the stairway to the heaven, fine clay pottery, and massive royal courtyards whose existence date back to the 12th century, where devotees, still, celebrate their pre-historic festivals by equal amount of gusto and passion.
EVEREST BASE CAMP
There are two Everest Base Camps, the north one in Tibet and the south one in Nepal. Generally, Everest Base Camp (EBC) refers to North Everest Base Camp because it is more chosen by tourists. With an altitude of 5,200 meters (17,060 feet) and a direct distance of 19km (62,335 feet) to the summit of Mt. Everest, Everest Base Camp in Tibet was originally built as a protective zone from pollution. At present, Everest Base Camp becomes the most desirable and reachable place for tourists to take a panoramic view of Mount Everest- the highest peak in the world. Besides, it is the starting point for the mountaineers who aim to hike to the summit of Mount Everest. Located in the Everest National Nature Reserve, Everest Base Camp also offers a base to observe and study the magical nature. In conclusion, EBC acts as a tourist attraction, Mt. Everest mountaineering headquarters as well as scientific observation base. Apart from the two toilets which represent the modern civilization, there aren’t permanent structures any more.
GARDEN OF DREAMS
The beautifully restored Swapna Bagaicha, or Garden of Dreams, remains one of the most serene and beautiful enclaves in Kathmandu. It's two minutes' walk and a million miles from central Thamel.There are dozens of gorgeous details in the small garden, including the original gate, a marble inscription from Omar Khayam’s Rubaiyat, the new fountains and ponds, and a quirky ‘hidden garden’ to the south.
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
Chitwan National Park is one of the premier drawcards in Nepal. This World Heritage–listed reserve protects more than 932 sq km of forests, marshland and grassland containing sizeable animal populations, making it one of the best national parks for viewing wildlife in Asia.You'll have an excellent chance of spotting one-horned rhinos, deer, monkeys and some of the more than 500 species of birds. If you’re extremely lucky, you may spot a leopard, wild elephant or sloth bear – though it’s the once-in-a-lifetime chance to spot a majestic royal Bengal tiger that is the premier attraction. You'll also have the chance to experience domesticated elephants, although how that interaction takes place is now undergoing a paradigm shift driven by animal rights concerns
POKHARA
Pokhara the mirror of Himalayas,Pokhara ticks all the right boxes, with spectacular scenery, adventure activities, and accommodation and food choices galore. Whether you’ve returned from a three-week trek or endured a bus trip from hell, Lakeside Pokhara is the perfect place to recharge your batteries.
PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE
The Pashupatinath Temple is an Hindu main sanctuary and the access to the temple is permitted only for Hindus. The entire complex is so great, that is worth a visit in any case. One of the main combustion for the deceased of the city located on the banks of the Bagmati River. Some small shrines are located on the premises. We continue to encounter friendly sadhus. Something very special is to come in contact with them.
UPPER MUSTANG
To trek in Upper Mustang is a rare privilege. Here you will experience the way of life of true mountain people, who were not much in touch with the rest of Nepal for hundreds of years, and even until recent times had an officially recognized king.In many ways, a trek into Upper Mustang is similar to trekking in Tibet, as geographically it is a part of the Tibetan plateau. The district of Mustang was, until 1950, a separate kingdom within the boundaries of Nepal. The last king, the Raja of Mustang, still has his home in the ancient capital known as Lo Manthang.
BOUDHA
The great white stupa at BOUDHA (or BOUDHANATH), about 5km northeast of central Kathmandu, is the swollen sacred heart of a thriving Tibetan Buddhist community. One of the world’s largest stupas – Tibetans call it simply Chorten Chempo, “Great Stupa” – it is also the most important Tibetan Buddhist monument outside Tibet. Since 1959, Boudha has been the focus for Tibetan exiles in Nepal, but it has been a sacred site on the Kathmandu–Tibet trade route for centuries.The 10km corridor from Pashupatinath to Sankhu was known as the auspicious zone of siddhi (supernatural beings), and Boudha was – and still is – its biggest, most auspicious landmark.
THINGS TO DO
ZIP FLYING
Dangle 600 meters in thin air while roaring forward at 140 km per hour 1.8 km long! The world's tallest and longest zipline!Nepal now offers the rush of extreme zip lining, the first of its kind in the whole of Asia. Zip flying in Nepal is not just another zipline; it is the world’s longest, steepest and fastest zip-line to give you the ultimate adventure experience. The launch pad is situated at the peak of Sarangkot, Pokhara, offering most spectacular views of the Annapurna mountain range and the Pokhara Valley below. Zip flying has been in operation since June 2, 2012. Safety is the leading criteria, and the system by Zip-flyer TM LLC, USA is designed with the most advanced technologies, and has delivered a state-of-the-art zipline. So get ready to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush!
TREKKING
Annapurna trekk is one of the most famous trekking routes in Nepal. The trail traverses a variety of terrain and explore the rich cultural and natural diversity of the Annapurna region. The trek offers an amazing view of the Annapurnas, Macchupucchre, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Langtang Himal.Despite the controversy over continuing road construction,Annapurna circuit is still one of Nepal’s greatest treks. The trek offers ample of cultural and natural beauty to awe-inspire any visitors in the region.The trail allows a gentler acclimatization process as it traverses the variety of landscapes from jungle to high alpine, lush valley and up to arid peaks passing through hospitable villages through the world’s deepest gorge.
SKY DIVING
See a 360 degree view of the mighty Himalayas in addition to the thrill of sky diving in Nepal.Skydiving enthusiast? Put Nepal into your bucket list. Nepal now offers skydiving options with 360 degree view of the Himalayas.Emerging as extreme aerial adventure, Everest skydiving is one of the most unique experiences in the world. Skydiving is done from a plane or a chopper onto the world’s highest drop zone at Gorak Shep, Kala Patthar. The skydiving takes place in front of Mt. Everest (8,848 m), and the free fall takes place past some of the world’s highest mountain peaks. For those who want to keep it less extreme, try it at Pokhara, next to the mighty Annapurna and the Fewa Lake below. Experienced pilots with skydiving ratings man the aircraft, so safety is guaranteed. Skydiving can be either a solo jump or in tandem.
RAFTING
Nepal is among the best rafting destinations for Rafting and Kayaking. There are hundreds of rivers in Nepal that are perennial whose source lies in glaciers and snows of the Himalayas. The country’s rugged geography, ridges, hills, mountains have created numerous outlets for streams, rivulets, waterfalls thereby making it one of the best theater for activities like whitewhater rafting, kayaking and canoeing. These rivers are the lifeblood of local livelihood and biodiversity. Generally, river rafting in Nepal is graded as easy to difficult, depending upon the flow, current, rapids and holes. There are multiple choices for both beginners and experienced rafters.
CANYONING
Canyoning is the sport of abseiling down waterfalls. Whilst Canyonning, you will journey though narrow passages of rock which have been contoured by ages of rushing water from the Himalayan snow melts and heavy monsoon rains.You will be traveling down canyons using a variety of techniques including walking, scrambling, climbing, cliff jumping, abseiling and swimming. It requires good navigational skills, rope work, swimming ability and a good level of fitness and upper body strength. Now does that sound like fun?. There are two canyon sites we are currently using Jalberi offering great day trips from Pokhara, Chitwan and Kathmandu. A great day trip, or a great addition to your rafting or kayaking trip on the Trisuli. These are most definatley the best canyon sites on offer in Nepal and you do not need any previous experience to join as we can teach you everything you need to know and have all the equipment and expertise to keep you safe and show you a great time with incredible scenery to boot Once we get there you will be given a harness and helmet and after a comprehensive safety briefing we'll start teaching you how to climb and abseil. and we are ready to go.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Most people think of trekking when it comes to outdoor adventure in Nepal, but did you know that mountain biking is the fastest growing sport in this incredible country?In the early days, the few bikers all knew each other and rode together each weekend exploring the Kathmandu Valley and taking occasional longer trips. Now the biking scene has grown such that on any given Saturday you can see people riding everything from a flashy new bike, to an old iron horse - but all with the same goal to enjoy the freedom and the joy of a great ride.Biking in Nepal may be evolving at lightning speed, but the trails are ancient and there is a mind boggling amount of them! No-one can know how many kilometers of trails are out there waiting to be discovered, as the whole country is criss-crossed with walking trails, beaten smooth by untold generations of feet, walking across the valley or across the country for trade, festivals or family visits.Some of our favourite areas are rugged and truly wild with no easy way 'out', while some are close to town and offer almost limitless variations on the ride - from a day to a week or more, in stylish hotels or roughing it in tea houses or camping.
PARAGLIDING
Take to the sky on thermals over the snow capped mountains and pristine lakes like nowhere else in the world. With experienced pilots, choose from tandem flights to fully certified paragliding courses, solo flights or even go paragliding with hawks! With the low lying valleys and the high cold mountains Nepal can provide some of the best paragliding experiences in the world with its natural and frequently produce rising thermals. Paragliding has been practiced in Nepal since 1995 and the sport goes from strength to strength. You can come as a beginner and leave with many flying hours under your belt. Soaring with the hawks and flying close to the Himalayan summits are experiences you will never forget whether you are an experienced pilot or a beginner undertaking your first tandem flight. You can fly with world class pilots, solo or tandem and benefit from local knowledge going cross-country or acro flying, you can even get your international license in Nepal. If you don't have your own equipment or chose not to bring it to Nepal with you, then that is not a problem, hiring equipment in Nepal is an alternative solution.
BUNGEE JUMPING
Bungee jumping in Nepal will offer the visitors the real adventure at falling from the high altitude at the real and natural places. The surroundings available at the bungee jumping area will be mesmerizing to see. The ever flowing river Bhote Koshi has increased the real importance of the bungee jumping in Nepal. The bungee jumping can be done at other countries too but not in the natural environment. Thus, the bungee jumping in Nepal will provide the great opportunity to the visitors of Nepal to enjoy the great adventurous activities. The ultimate thrill of the bungee jumping can be experienced in Nepal at the very best sights in the world. The bungee jumping is situated at the altitude of 160m above the Bhote Koshi River, lies north of Kathmandu 80 km away . We need to drive for about 3 to 4 hours from Kathmandu. The bungy jumping in Nepal will offer the visitors life time memorable experience from falling from the height towards the fast flowing The bungee jumping spot can be reached with the drive for about 3 hours and 100 km.
JUNGLE SAFARI
Ride an elephant through the silent jungle catching wildlife by surprise; it will be one of the most enduring experiences in Nepal. The jungles in the southern and south-western parts of Nepal are only a half hour to an hour’s flight away.The Chitwan National Park and the Bardiya National Park are home to an incredible variety of mammals, reptiles and birds. The former is recognized as the best preserved conservation area in all Asia with a fascinating range of wildlife roaming free. With their natural habitat well preserved the animals are thriving. Among these are the endangered species: the Greater one-horned rhinoceros and the most sought after Royal Bengal tiger. The many safari lodges in Chitwan and Bardiya provide excellent accommodation and facilities for guests to enjoy wildlife activities.
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