30 minutes flight away from Kathmandu, Pokhara is the
second most popular tourist destination in Nepal. Pokhara
is the center of adventure. An enchanting city nestled
in a tranquil valley (827m-2700ft altitude). It is the
starting point for many of Nepal's popular trekking
and rafting destinations in the Annapurna region.
Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty.
The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of
the fishtailed mountain of Machhapuchhre (6,977m)
rising behind it creates an ambience of peace and
magic. The valley surrounding Pokhara is home to thick
forests, gushing rivers, clear lakes and the world
famous views of the Himalayas. Pokhara is the starting
point for classic trekking routes like the Jomsom
trail and the three-week Annapurna circuit.
Pokhara lies in the central part of Nepal. This is
one of the major towns of Nepal that provides a real
escape and a perfect getaway from the chaotic life
of the city. Barahi Temple is the most important movement
in Pokhara. Seti Gandaki, World Peace Pagoda, Begnas
Lake and Rupa Lake, Buddhist Monastery, Devi's fall,
Mahendra Cave and Minstrel (Gaine) Village, Sarangkot,
Naudanda Kaskikot, Bindabashini Temple, RamKrishna
Tole, Tibetan Refugee Camp, Annapurna Museum,
Leisure Activities - Motor Biking, Mountain Flight,
Boating, Para Gliding Utralight Aircraft for flying,
fishing, Golfing, Pony Riding, Rafting, Short Hiking,
Mountain Biking.
