About Pokhara

Pokhara, a beautiful lake valley surrounded by splendid Annapurna Himalayan Range in the North and variegated cascading hills around other sides, is considered the gateway of trekking to the Annapurna region where it is believed that trekkers will find their Shangri-La and emerged themselves with the mesmerizing nature. The inflow and outflow of White Water Glacier River (Seti River), spectacular backdrop of the snowy peaks of the Annapurna Mountain Range including world’s 8 thousanders Mt Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Mt. Manaslu (8,163m) & Mt. Annapurna (8,091m), pristine air, serene lakes of crystal clear water such as Phewa, Begnas and Rupa, unique culture, adventure activities like boating, paragliding, zip line, bungee, cable car, ultra-light flight, rock climbing, hiking, Pony Ride, birdwatching and the lifestyle of western flavor at Baidam (Lake Side) has made Pokhara a favorite jewel destination of Himalayas for visitors. The valley’s spellbinding beauty has become the subject of creation for many world famous travel writers as well.

This tourism capital of Nepal which lies to the west of Kathmandu and is in 4-5 hours driving distance (200km) with memorable hill drive experience or alternatively 25-30 minutes’ flight distance from Kathmandu. Pokhara is also the administrative center of the Kaski district as well as Gandaki Province of Nepal. The valley is also famous for a plethora of features including unmatched natural beauty, rich flora & fauna, unparalleled historic and heritage sites, unique geo and bio-diversity etc. Despite the close proximity of the mountain ranges, Pokhara has a very pleasant climate all the year round. This relatively clean city of Nepal is a favorite destination for visitors of varieties of purposes including study, research, adventure, extreme sports, sightseeing, trekking or religious trip. Lakeside, Fewa Lake, Begnas Lake, Sarangkot, Kahundanda, Devis Fall, Lekhnath - the city of 7 Lakes, Mahendra Cave, Gupteshwor Cave, Bat Cave, Cultural Museum, Mountain Museum, Gorkha Memorial Museum etc. are some of the prominent tourist hotspots in Pokhara Valley. The Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek, one of the most beautiful trekking trails of Nepal, also begins from Pokhara. Similarly, Dhaulagiri Round Trek, Machhapuchhre Model Trek, Mardi Himal Trek, Millennium Trek, Royal Trek, Panchase Trek, Sirubari Homestay, Cultural villages (like Ghandruk, Dhampus, Sikles), Poohill, Muktinath, Jomsom are other major trekking routes and tourists spots in and around Pokhara Valley.

Pokhara is not only the magnet for extreme sports lover but a favorite destination for meditation, yoga and pilgrimages. The World Peace Stupa, Matepani Monastery, Talbarahi Island Temple, Bindyabasini Temple, Bhadrakali temple, Jame mosque, Ramghat Church, Jangchub Choeling Monastery of Hemja and Tibetan Refugee Camps are some other important yoga, meditation and pilgrimage centers in Pokhara.