pokhara

How to get to Pokhara

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Mountain flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara is the best option. View Himalayas including the Annapurna range which lies right next to flight path. So sit back, turn your head to the right, and enjoy the flight. Be careful though, this will blow your mind away, don't hurt your neck, do not push the passenger on the right out through the window!!

Riding a public bus or a taxi to Pokhara is also a good option. Public buses run daily from Kathmandu. It takes about 5 to 6 hours by bus. Buses are crowded, but thats' how Nepalese travel all life long, so what the heck, go ahead experience it, for you, it's only for a day! Remember, public buses do not have A/C, Heaters and have frequent stops on the way. Bus will stop at Mugling for Lunch or Dinner. Have some Nepail food there, if you can digest spicy foods, or you can pick restaurants which specifically cater to foreigners. Taxis are expensive, probably will cost you as much as the Air-fare. When you ride by land, you get to see more places, you get to enjoy the scenery that you would not be able to see from the air.

Facts on Pokhara City

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Population About 170,000 thousand. It is believed that Pokhara was the city of Mallas, the rulers of Nepal about 250 years ago. The Newar community of Kathmandu Valley migrated to Pokhara, built houses like those of Mallas, and started developing settlements which lead to the development of this city. Today, Pokhara is developed by tourism, import and export business of both domestic as well as foreign products to various towns and villages in Kaski and other districts of Nepal
Land Area 47.5 square miles (about 123 sq kilometers), About half of the area is the Sub-Metropolitan City area.
Location Longitude : 83 58' 30"E to 80 02' 30" E
Latitude : 28 10' N to 28 16' N
Altitude 2900 feet (about 884 meter)
Distance 124 miles (200 kilometers) from the Capital, Kathmandu
114 miles (about 184 kilometers) from the Indian border located about 2.5 miles from Bhairahawa (Also called as Belhia)
Weather Pokhara receives very good amount of Rainfall every year. Rainy months include May to September, where July is the most heavy rain fall season receiving upto 33 inches (about 845 mm or millimeter) rainfall. Pokhara has a mild weather all year around, however during December to February, temperature can drop to freezing point. Pokhara gets more rain than any other city of Nepal. Best time to visit this city is October and April, but if you have an umbrella in your hand, then cross that out, please!
Official Holidays All Major National Holidays
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Each Friday Half Day (Evening Shift) and Saturday Full Day.
What does Pokhara mean for Nepal? It is a main center for the import and distribution of the domestic and imported foreign goods for various districts that are linked to Pokhara. Pokhara is the main entry point for goods going to the Kaski district of Nepal. Pokhara's population is growing more than ever, as the city has become the immediate choice for those who are leaving Kathmandu because of pollution or congestion factors, and it is also the number one choice for Nepalese living abroad for buying lands or houses in Nepal. Population of vehicles in Pokhara is also increasing. Pokhara will eventually develop the nearby villages and towns both by tourism industry as well as by local business, which will benefit all

Annapurna Range Skyline in Pokhara

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The most spectacular sight in Pokhara is the sight of Annapurna range. See the following image which shows eight important mountains of the Annapurna range.

This range stretching from west to east includes Dhaulagiri, South Annapurna, Annapurna 1, Hiunchuli, Fish-tail (Machapuchare), Annapurna 3, Annapurna 4, and Annapurna 2. In Pokhara, the holy unclimbed mountain Macchapucchre (or also known as Fishtail Mountain), located in the middle of the Annapurna range, can be seen standing right in front of our nose.

Everyone in Pokhara wakes up early to greet the mountains during sunrise. The reflection of sunlight from a mountain is always a breathtaking site. You will never forget the sight of the fishtail mountain standing right before your eyes saying "Good Morning!"

Places to Visit

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The Fewa (or Phewa) Lake 1.5 kilometer long, second largest lake in Nepal, offers an excellent view of the mountains and their reflections on the lake. Many tours and trekking operators and hotels are located on the lakeside. One can easily find a place to sit back, relax and enjoy great meal while enjoying scenery here. You will also enjoy boating on the lake. Most hotels and guest houses have traditional designs and layouts which match with the surrounding views. The photo on the right is of Rara Lake, another popular lake located in Pokhara.

Davis Fall, you sure will remember this snap in Pokhara.

About Pokhara

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Pokhara is situated at about 827 meter from sea level, and is located 124 miles (about 200 km) west of Kathmandu and can be reached by plane in 35 minutes or in 5 hours by bus. Pokhara is the next destination after Kathmandu for many adventure and pleasure trips in and around Pokhara. Pokhara is often called the enchanting Himalayan valley with a heart of major actions and adventures.

Surrounded by beautiful snow-caped mountains, with a magnificent lake of crystal-clear pure Himalayan water, all-year round pleasing weather, and friendly Pokhralis will greet you with a smile and leave you with the most unforgettable moments in your life. So pack up your bag, load your camera, and get ready for Pokhara experience!

Pokhara Enchanted Himalayan valley

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Pokhara is located west of Kathmandu and is the thrid largest city in Nepal. Dubbed as the ‘Enchanted Himalayan valley,’ Pokhara is one of the most popular tourist spots especially for those adventurous at heart. People who wish to travel here find that Pokhara is easily accesible. This city is sorrounded by snow-capped Himalayan Mountains and offers a spectacular view of the Himalayan Lake with its crystal-clear waters. Pokhara’s climate is warmer than Kathmandu and is typically wet around mid-June to mid-September. The best time to visit this city is around October and April.

The center of all attractions in Pokhara is the Fewa Lake. It is the second largest water body in the kingdom. Colorful boats can be rented if you are interested in trying out its waters. The lakeside offers a great view of the Himalayas, which is why numerous hotels are there.

David’s Fall is another popular tourist spot. It is a magnificent waterfall that goes into a deep, narrow hole that seems to be bottomless. Modern legend has it that a tourist by the name of David went skinnydipping in Pardi Khola River when the dam floodgates opened. It is said that the gushing water pushed him into the bottomless depths of the waterfall and was never seen again.

The Barahi Temple is considered as the religious focal point of Pokhara. It is found in the middle of Fewa Lake and is dedicated to the boar form of the female deity Ajima. Usually on Saturdays, people visit the temple to sacrifice animals.

mountain range of Annapurna ( pokhara )

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The Himalayan mountain range of Annapurna and the 6993-metre Mount Machhapuchhre (top C) from Pokhara, some 200kms west of Kathmandu on November 1, 2010. Pokhara is one of the most visited tourist

Two Choices

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It is actually not a love story. But I found it very touching and inspirational. I hope you guys will enjoy it.

Jerry was the kind of guy you love to hate. He was always in a good mood and always had something positive to say. When someone would ask him how he was doing, he would reply, "If I were any better, I would be twins!" He was a unique manager because he had several waiters who had followed him around from restaurant to restaurant. The reason the waiters followed Jerry was because of his attitude. He was a natural motivator. If an employee was having a bad day, Jerry was there telling the employee how to look on the positive side of the situation.

Seeing this style really made me curious, so one day I went up to Jerry and asked him, "I don't get it! You can't be a positive person all of the time. How do you do it?" Jerry replied, "Each morning I wake up and say to myself, Jerry, you have two choices today. You can choose to be in a good mood or you can choose to be in a bad mood. I choose to be in a good mood. Each time something bad happens, I can choose to be a victim or I can choose to learn from it. I choose to learn from it. Every time someone comes to me complaining, I can choose to accept their complaining or I can point out the positive side of life. I choose the positive side of life."

"Yeah, right, it's not that easy," I protested. "Yes it is," Jerry said. "Life is all about choices. When you cut away all the junk, every situation is a choice. You choose how you react to situations. You choose how people will affect your mood. You choose to be in a good mood or bad mood. The bottom line: It's your choice how you live life." I reflected on what Jerry said. Soon thereafter, I left the restaurant industry to start my own business. We lost touch, but often thought about him when I made a choice about life instead of reacting to it.

Several years later, I heard that Jerry did something you are never supposed to do in a restaurant business. He left the back door open one morning and was held up at gun point by three armed robbers. While trying to open the safe, his hand, shaking from nervousness, slipped off the combination. The robbers panicked and shot him. Luckily, Jerry was found relatively quickly and rushed to the local trauma centre. After 18 hours of surgery and weeks of intensive care, Jerry was released from the hospital with fragments of the bullets still in his body.

I saw Jerry about six months after the accident. When I asked him how he was, he said, "If I were any better, I'd be twins. Wanna see my scars?" I declined to see his wounds, but did ask him what had gone through his mind as the robbery took place. "The first thing that went through my mind was that I should have locked the back door," Jerry replied. "Then, as I lay on the floor, I remembered that I had two choices: I could choose to live, or I could choose to die. I chose to live. "Weren't you scared? Did you lose consciousness?" I asked. Jerry continued, "The paramedics were great. They kept telling me I was going to be fine.

But when they wheeled me into the emergency room and I saw the expressions on the faces of the doctors and nurses, I got really scared. In their eyes, I read, 'He's a dead man." I knew I needed to take action." "What did you do?" I asked. "Well, there was a big, burly nurse shouting questions at me," said Jerry. "She asked if I was allergic to anything. 'Yes,' I replied. The doctors and nurses stopped working as they waited for my reply. I took a deep breath and yelled, 'Bullets!'

Over their laughter, I told them, "I am choosing to live. Operate on me as if I am alive, not dead." Jerry lived thanks to the skill of his doctors, but also because of his amazing attitude. I learned from him that every day we have the choice to live fully.
"Attitude, after all, is everything".

LOVE STORIES

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Bobby was getting cold sitting out in his back yard in the snow. Bobby didn't wear boots, he didn't like them and anyway he didn't own any. The thin sneakers he wore had a few holes in them and they did a poor job of keeping out the cold. Bobby had been in his backyard for about an hour already. And, try as he might, he could not come up with an idea for his mother's Christmas gift. He shook his head as he thought, "This is useless, even if I do come up with an idea, I don't have any money to spend."

Ever since his father had passed away three years ago, the family of five had struggled. It wasn't because his mother didn't care, or try, there just never seemed to be enough. She worked nights at the hospital, but the small wage that she was earning could only be stretched so far. What the family lacked in money and material things, they more than made up for in love and family unity. Bobby had two older and one younger sister, who ran the household in their mother's absence.

All three of his sisters had already made beautiful gifts for their mother. Somehow, it just wasn't fair. Here it was Christmas Eve already, and he had nothing. Wiping a tear from his eye, Bobby kicked the snow and started to walk down to the street where the shops and stores were. It wasn't easy being six without a father, especially when he needed a man to talk to.

Bobby walked from shop to shop, looking into each decorated window. Everything seemed so beautiful and so out of reach. It was starting to get dark and Bobby reluctantly turned to walk home when suddenly his eyes caught the glimmer of the setting sun's rays reflecting off of something along the curb. He reached down and discovered a shiny dime.

Never before has anyone felt so wealthy as Bobby felt at that moment. As he held his new found treasure, a warmth spread throughout his entire body and he walked into the first store he saw. His excitement quickly turned cold when salesperson after salesperson told him that he could not buy anything with only a dime.

He saw a flower shop and went inside to wait in line. When the shop owner asked if he could help him, Bobby presented the dime and asked if he could buy one flower for his mother's Christmas gift. The shop owner looked at Bobby and his ten cent offering. Then he put his hand on Bobby's shoulder and said to him, "You just wait here and I'll see what I can do for you."

As Bobby waited, he looked at the beautiful flowers and even though he was a boy, he could see why mothers and girls liked flowers. The sound of the door closing as the last customer left jolted Bobby back to reality. All alone in the shop, Bobby began to feel alone and afraid. Suddenly the shop owner came out and moved to the counter. There, before Bobby's eyes, lay twelve long stem, red roses, with leaves of green and tiny white flowers all tied together with a big silver bow. Bobby's heart sank as the owner picked them up and placed them gently into a long white box.

"That will be ten cents young man." the shop owner said reaching out his hand for the dime. Slowly, Bobby moved his hand to give the man his dime. Could this be true? No one else would give him a thing for his dime! Sensing the boy's reluctance, the shop owner added, "I just happened to have some roses on sale for ten cents a dozen. Would you like them?" This time Bobby did not hesitate, and when the man placed the long box into his hands, he knew it was true. Walking out the door that the owner was holding for Bobby, he heard the shopkeeper say, "Merry Christmas, son."

As he returned inside, the shopkeeper's wife walked out. "Who were you talking to back there and where are the roses you were fixing?" Staring out the window, and blinking the tears from his own eyes, he replied, "A strange thing happened to me this morning. While I was setting up things to open the shop, I thought I heard a voice telling me to set aside a dozen of my best roses for a special gift. I wasn't sure at the time whether I had lost my mind or what, but I set them aside anyway.

Then just a few minutes ago, a little boy came into the shop and wanted to buy a flower for his mother with one small dime. When I looked at him, I saw myself, many years ago. I too was a poor boy with nothing to buy my mother a Christmas gift. A bearded man, whom I never knew, stopped me on the street and told me that he wanted to give me ten dollars. When I saw that little boy tonight, I knew who that voice was, and I put together a dozen of my very best roses."

The shop owner and his wife hugged each other tightly, and as they stepped out into the bitter cold air, they somehow didn't feel cold at all.

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Thalajung Village

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Thalajung is a village development committee located in Gorkha district, Gandaki Zone, in the administrative map of Nepal. The village is accessible by two graveled roads that meet at Thalajung Bhanjyang, which stretches north up to Bhachek and Barpak villages. The first one diverges at Abu Khaireni from Prithivi highway, from where it follows a graveled road along the banks of Daraudi river up to Siranchok danda where the village is located. The next road starts at Dumre along the Marsyangdi valley en route the old bazaars like Bhansar, Turture, Palungtar, Salletar and Borang khola. The newly dug stretch of this road from Borang khola across the historic Chepe river banks, where the Shah Kings of Lamjung and Gorkha fought wars over territorial claims, winds up to Thalajung Bhanjyang near the village.

Thalajung village lies on the eastern flank of Siranchok dada at a height of 2000 meters. The main inhabitants of the village are Gurungs. The village is surrounded by forts or Kots such as Siranchok or Shreenath Kot, Lig Lig Kot, Rainas Kot, Taku Kot, Azir Kot that dates back to a period when Nepal was divided into 22 and 24 tribal states until the unification of Nepal by Prithivi Narayan Shah. Majestic views of Mount Manaslu, Annapurna, Himchuli, Ganesh and Lamjung are seen from this village. Its perfect hilly location, natural setting, good weather makes this place very suitable for the development of village tourism, tea and coffee plantation, a resort town, and a gateway to trekking in Manaslu conservation area.

Paragliding from Siranchok danda below Marsyangdi and Chepe river valley, rafting and canoeing in Chepe river, pilgrimage to Dudh pokhari, and treks to Tsum valley, Barpak, and Laprak villages along the Manaslu circuit trail provides immense tourism opportunities in this region. Like all other villages in Nepal, people from this village have migrated to cities for better opportunities. Now what makes this village a beautiful hill station, a cultural and natural heritage spot, will depend on the cooperation between those who left the village and those who chose to remain due to various reasons.

Pokhra is situated in the Central Nepal

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Pokhara is situated at about 827 meter from sea level. The magnificent city is located about 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu and can be reached both by aircraft as well as bus. The journey duration is 35 minutes and 5 hours respectively. As far as adventure trips are concerned, Pokhara is the next destination after Kathmandu. Pokhara is often called the enchanting Himalayan valley with a heart of major actions and adventures.

Surrounded by beautiful snow-caped mountains with a magnificent lake of crystal-clear pure Himalayan water; the Pokhra is a dream come true. An all-year round pleasing weather and friendly inhabitants will greet you with smile and leave you with the most unforgettable moments in your life. So pack up your bag, load your camera, and get ready for Pokhara experience!

Among the attractions, nothing is as majestic as the Fewa (or Phewa) Lake. The lake is 1.5-kilometer long and second largest in Nepal. Fewa Lake offers an excellent view of the mountains and their reflections in the water. This picturesque place is a hot favorite among the honeymoon couple. There are as many as 8 different lakes in Pokhra and apart from Fewa Lake, Begnas and Rupa Lakes are the most serene. Both these lakes are located about 15 km from Pokhara and are ideal places for relaxation, boating and fishing.

Another spectacular sight in Pokhara is the sight of Annapurna range. This magnificent range stretching from west to east and looks beautiful in the glittering sunlight. Apart from that Seti Gandaki and Seti Gorge are other two important places to visit in Pokhara. The Seti Gandaki flows right through the city at places it runs completely underground. The best view of the river can be seen from the top of the Seti Gorge. Then you have Mahendra cave that is located about 10km north from downtown Pokhara. It is a natural site located across the Seti River.

Pokhara is also known for its Newari and Tibetan artifacts. No trip to Pokhara can be complete without buying Newari handicrafts items. Don't forget to buy Tibetan carpet as well. The Newars have heavily contributed to the culture of Pokhra and that can be witnessed in its magnificent cuisines. Newari food is a must eat in Pokhra.

The views from Jomsom are enchanting

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as the Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri ranges reflect the golden rays of the rising and setting sun. The entire panorama is filled with a golden, glittering light, which forms a dramatic contrast with the barren, black and dry mountains of the surrounding Kali Gandaki valley.

The views of the mountains are spectacular, and the route actually crosses to the other side of the main Himalayan range for some unusual views of the northern flanks. The entire route remains below 3000 metres, though the trek is still strenuous enough to be stimulating (see the Route Profile for the trek around Annapurna). This is a good trek if you wish to avoid high altitudes.

Muktinath, situated at a height of 3,660 m, is an important pilgrimage center for both Hindus and Buddhists. The most prominent shrine is a Vishnu temple where 108 spouts, fashioned in the shape of cows' heads, pour forth water that is considered to be holy. This water is channeled from a stream running above the temple. The temple is built in Tibetan style and contains huge brass idols of Vishnu, Shiva, Brahma, and Kali. Nearby is another temple where water gushes out of a rock and this water is considered even more holy. There is also a Buddhist Gompa (monastery), and a pagoda-type temple dedicated to Jwala Mayi (goddess of fire). In this temple, shielded by curtains, are the outlets for the natural gas that oozes from the rock and feeds the temple flame.

There is also a spring close by. These three elements together are considered to be an auspicious convergence of earth, fire and water.

There are two temples of note, a dilapidated temple with the idols of Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati, and a Narsingh temple where rituals are performed according to both Hindu and Buddhist customs. Here the two religions coexist together and in the two-story structure, the lower story is the Gompa while the upper story is the temple.

Muktinath and its high valley are located in the Mustang Bhote region. The climate and landscape here are similar to those of the Tibetan Plateau since it is situated in the rain shadow of the Greater Himalayas. Flowing through the region from north to south and forming deep gorges is the Kali Gandaki river, which as its name implies (kali = black) is a black river -- the black stones of the riverbed and black soil contributing to the effect.

Jomsom/Muktinath Teahouse Trek

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Jomsom is more correctly known as Dzongsam or New Fort. It spreads over both the banks of the Kali Gandaki. The towering peaks of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri form an attractive backdrop. Being the district headquarters, it is primarily an administrative and commercial center with government officials and merchants rubbing shoulders with the local inhabitants of the region, known as the Thakalis. It has a wireless station, a police station, a bank, a hospital and a veterinary hospital. A company of the Nepalese Army is stationed here. Nearby is an airfield, from where flights operate regularly. However, due to the strong winds that buffet the area in the afternoons, the airfield is functional only in the forenoon.

The Thakalis living in the Jomsom region and in the nearby villages of Marpha and Tukuche have been known for their trading skills. They occupy an important village on the traditional trade route between the Gangetic plains of India and Tibet.

Sikles Circuit( outside pokhara )

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Sikles is another big Gurung village. It is 24 km north-east of Pokhara. It is situated at an altitude of 1,981m. There are many routes to reach Sikles which is only three days away from Pokhara. But it is best to travel via Ghalekharka. This route is designated as eco-trek route by Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and the infrastructure required is already made.

The route takes three days to reach Sikles. From Pokhara there is facility of vechicles usually upto Puranchowr and it is better to start your trek from here. The trail leads through the cultivated land and the climb is gentle. After a walk of seven to eight hours you will be able to reach Ghalekharkha. At Ghalekharka, there is a camp site designated by ACAP where you have to lodge.

All the way you have to walk through villages so there are facilities for food but there are strict rules as you are following eco-trek route; so you are not allowed to throw rubbish as you like. There are several rubbish bins and also lavatories on the way.

As soon as you are in Ghalekharka, you will find ACAP check post and you will get futher information there. After Ghalekharka, the trail passes through dense forests and theere is not any house or hotels in between Ghalekharka and Sikles but a camp site at Nyaulikharka where you will spend your second night. The trail rises upto 2,750m.

Third day, you have to continue your walking through dense forests and reach either Parche or Sikles for cmaping. There is one natural History Museum managed by ACAP. The village is facilited by the eletricity.

This snap features the pyramid view of Mount Fishtail (Machapuchhere) on the way to Sikles. Sikles is a gurung village and is worth a visit.

You can return to Pokhara via Thak and it is also two days walk and so you better halt at Thak and start the trek next day towards Pokhara.

Jomsom Route ( outside pokhaa)

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Trek to the Annapurna Himalayan range starts from Baglung but there is another route too.

Jomsom trek can also be started from Baglung Bus Parkin Aarchalbot. An hour bus ride will take us to Nayapool from where we start walking uphill towards a gurung village known as Ghankruk. Including this we can also take a direct flight to Jomsom from Pokhara. It is just 20 minutes flight from the Pokhara airport to Jomson. Some people do prefer flight and trek all the way back to Pokhara.

A caravan of horses and carrying donkeys going towards Kagbeni which is a 5 hour walk from Jomsom for normal walking people. This is the main source of transportation in this region. The river shown in the snap is River Kali Gandaki known to be the sister of Seti river. The difference is Seti river is white and Kali is black. In Nepali language White means Seti and Black means Kali.

Pony Trek outside pokhara

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With the landscape varying from the even lakeside to small hills with the most famous view in the country, Pokhara provides a magnificent opportunity for sightseeing on horseback.Pokhara, the clean and serene city beautifully located, is rich of many lakes rivers and the great view of mountains.

Our programs:
We will take a packed lunch or some sandwiches and fruit and have it with a relaxed time. We will linger in the rice fields, wonder at the haunting views of Lakes Mountains and green forest and enjoy the shy smile of a passing beauty.

Pony trek around Pokhara Valley
• Damside-Dobilla-Nirmal Pokhari-Bhandardhik
• Damside-Dobilla-Nirmal Pokhari-Kristi-Davis Fall
• Davis Fall-World Peace Pagoda –Pumdi Bhumdi –Machapuchhre View Point
• Pokhara –Pame –Thulachaur – Pokhara
• Pokhara-Sarangkot-Kaskikot-Naudanda
• Pokhara-Methlang/Gyarjati-Pokhara
• Pokhara-Dhampus-Pokhara

Panchase Trek out side pokhara

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This trek is probably the best short trek with good Mountain View. The combination of culture and rich flora and fauna with the majestic view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri makes this trek very typical one. Very few places in the world have such a splendid variety of natural beauty. A rare combination of snow-capped peaks, crystal clear lakes, and turbulent rivers with deep gorges, together with Tibetan monasteries, hot springs and picturesque villages are the significances of this trek.

Annapurna Region Trek

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Introduction:
"Trekking in the Annapurna Himal will open your eyes not only to scenes of great beauty, but will enable you to build relationship with people of another race another culture"
-Kev Reynolds
Author- Annapurna "a trekkers guide"

Spectatcular view from the beautiful lake city Pokhara in central Nepal the northern horizon, about 30 kilometres(20 miles) away, is well of glittering snowy peaks of the Annapurna mountain. Magical changes of the colour with sunrise and sunset, one can feel the deep enchanment of these glorious mountain. Among them twelve summits rise in excess more than 6000 m(19500 ft.) high. It's an island block moated on the east by the eleft of the marsyangdi khola and the west by the deep Kali Gandaki valley. To the frontier ranges which from the northern wall of the curving marsyangdi rises manaslu (8163 m) and to the west of the Kali Gandaki the dramatic Dhaulagiri Himal crowned by the shapely ice peak, of Dhaulagiri itself, while draining the heart land of thus huge block of mountain is the deep shaft of Modi Khola.

Apart from the mountains, the Annapurna region is popular for it's geographical and cultural diversity. The "heriefy" of the scenic beauty from the green lush vegetarian of the lowlands where rice paddies terrace the foothills to arctic-like saragery of ice falls and gleaming glaciers and will surprise the new comer to Nepal with the broad smiles and genuine open hearted friendliness of the local people. Namaste namaste in their eyes and on their lips is respect and a welcome to their guest.

If it is a dream of mountains that initially lures you to this himalayan kingdom. It will be the valleys and hillsides populated by a wide range of rthnic groups, each united by a common bond of traditional Nepalese hospitality and cheerfulness that ensures you do not forget it. Among the Annapurna massif the cultural diversity the ethnic variety, is probably greater than anywhere else in all Nepal. A rich and memorable experience indeed awaits all prospective trekkers in the Annapurna Himal.

Seti Rivers at pokhara

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Stretching from east to west, the breathtaking views of the world famous Himalayan range of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre and others appear so close as to make you feel that you can almost touch them. Sarangkot, Kaskikot, Kalikasthan, Bharat Pokhari and the Bhumdi Hill command beautiful views of the valley and the mountains. These places are also vantage points to view sunrises and sunsets over the majestic Himalayan peaks. The Photo here shows a River below Kau Danda which is popular for fishing purposes. It is a glacial river that flows from the Annapurna Himalayan region.

Kahun Danda is a hill at 1,433m high, and is two hours walk from Mahendra pool. Like other places this place also offers pleasing view of Annapurna range and flat terraces of Pokhara. On the top of the hill is a tower constructed for a clear view of the valley and the Himalayas. There is a fortress and a temple on the top.

A unique river passing through two beautiful and contrasting scenic areas. This river is relatively small in volume, blue and warm, it is recommended as a warm-up river for intermediate rafters, Kayakers and kayak clinic. The Seti Khola rises on the south-east slopes of Machhapuchhere and then flows south .

Location of Pokhara valley

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Pokhara valley extends, in the 'Oriental Realm', between the north parallels of 250 7’ and 280 10' and east meridians of 83050' and 84050'. Situated in the mountainous region of the southern Himalayas and trapped between the higher Himalayas in the north and Mahabharat range in the south, it occupies central position in the country. It valley spreads mainly over Kaski district and covers small portions of Tanahun and Syangja district from Pokhara, Tibetan border to the north is 72 kilometers and Indian border to the south is 78 kilometers. Within a small area the elevation ranges nearly from 500 meters to 3,000 meters in the Pokhara valley.

Based on the administrative division on hierarchical order Pokhara lies in Western Development Region, Gandaki Zone and Kaski District. The valley includes Pokhara Sub‑Metropolitan City', Lekhnath Municipality, and some other Village Development Committees. The city is located in the central part of the valley. An amazing city, However, you can still access such entertainment via internet if you wish, after a day of enjoy the natural splendors of the valley. Happy travels!

Thalajung Village

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Its perfect hilly location, natural setting, good weather makes this place very suitable for the development of village tourism, tea and coffee plantation, a resort town, and a gateway to trekking in Manaslu conservation area.

Way to pokhara

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Pokhara is the most popular destination in Nepal after Kathmandu and one of the main trekking hubs in Nepal. It is easy to reach from elsewhere in Nepal. Travelling by air and overland each offers a different side of Nepal. To get the best of both worlds, we recommend you travel by air in one direction and overland in the other.

Being a mountainous country, Nepal is well served by domestic airlines. Pokhara's all weather airport operates throughout the year. Flights from Kathmandu cost around 60 - 70 US dollars per adult each way (plus approx 165 Nepalese Rupees domestic airport tax paid on departure at each end).

Daily flights take around 25 minutes and offer great views of the Kathmandu and Pokhara Valleys as well as the mid Himalayan peaks en route. Travelling overland takes between 5 and 7 hours along the main Tribhuvan Highway which wends its way beside the Trisuli River. The cheapest (also the slowest, least reliable and comfortable) option is by bus from Kathmandu costing around 5 US dollars return. There is a regular coach shuttle service from Kathmandu to Pokhara costing slightly more but giving a faster, more comfortable and reliable service. Groups can also travel by chartered van, mini coach or by hire car (with driver). Other alternatives overland include trekking, cycling or motorbike hire. For sheer excitement, the journey from Kathmandu can be made part of the way on river. Trips which combine white water rafting or kayaking with travel the remainder of the way by road can easily be organised. If you would like further details or wish us to take care of the arrangements for you, please get in touch.

Conditions and Forecast for Pokhara, Nepal

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Conditions:-
Updated:
11:45 am on October 8, 2010
Observed at:
Pokhara Airport,
Temperature 81°F
Humidity 54%
Dew Point 67°F
Wind Calm
Pressure (steady)
Conditions Scattered Clouds
Visibility 7.0miles
Clouds

Yesterday's Maximum - approx.
Yesterday's Minimum 1830°F approx.
Heating degree days N/A
Sunrise 06:05 AM (NPT)
Sunset 05:46 PM (NPT)
Moon Rise 07:35 AM (NPT)
Moon Set 06:39 PM (NPT)
Moon Phase

Forecast:-
Updated: 11:45 PM NPT on October 08, 2010
Friday
Unknown. High 52 °F 11 °C. Low 49 °F 9 °C.
Saturday
Chance of Rain. High 80 °F 27 °C. Low 48 °F 9 °C.
Sunday
Clear. High 80 °F 27 °C. Low 46 °F 8 °C.
Monday
Clear. High 77 °F 25 °C. Low 46 °F 8 °C.
Tuesday
Clear. High 78 °F 26 °C. Low 46 °F 8 °C.
Wednesday
Clear. High 82 °F 28 °C. Low 50 °F 10 °C.
Thursday
Clear. High 86 °F 30 °C. Low 53 °F 12 °C.

Educational tourism of pokhara

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Educational tourism
Educational tourism developed, because of the growing popularity of teaching and learning of knowledge and the enhancing of technical competency outside of the classroom environment.[citation needed] In educational tourism, the main focus of the tour or leisure activity includes visiting another country to learn about the culture, such as in Student Exchange Programs and Study Tours, or to work and apply skills learned inside the classroom in a different environment, such as in the International Practicum Training Program