Nagarkot
Nagarkot is a popular tourist resort of Nepal.
It is situated 32 Km east of Kathmandu at
an altitude of 2,175 m above sea level. The
panorama of the major peaks of the eastern
Nepal Himalayan including Sagarmanatha (Mt.
Everest) can be seen form here. Nagarkot is
famous for sunrise and sunset viewing.
Dhulikhel
This ancient town is stituated 30m east of
Kathmandu of Kathamndu on the side of the
Arniko Rajmarga (Kathmandu- Kodari Highway).
The newar town of Dhulikhel offers a traditional
atmosphere along with spectacular views.Once
an important link in the ancient trade route
to Tibet. Dhulikhel has a glorious past which
can be seen in the lovely buildings and intricate
wood carvings in the shop-lined streets and
temples. Pleasant climate is big attraction
at Dhulikhel.
Kakani
Located 29km northwest of kathmandu city,
the fabulous holiday area of Kakani features
attractions ranging form beautiful alpine
scenery to the magnificent Himalayan panoram
particulary of the Ganesh Himal massif. Other
peaks that can be closely seen from Kakani
are: Gaurishankar (8,163), Himalchuli (7,893),
Annapurna (8,091), and several other peaks.
Daman
For those seeking the ultimate panaromic Himalayan
view, Daman is the place to go, Located 80
Km southwest of the Kathmandu Valley, Daman
(2,400m) offers the only unimpeded view of
the entire Himalayan Range. Daman is located
on the Tribuwan highway between Kathmandu
and the town of Birgunj. There is a view tower
fitted with long range telescopes. Daman can
be reached in four hours drive from Kathmandu.
Gorkha
Gorkha is the birthplace of King Pritivi Narayan
Shah the great, the founder of modern Nepal.
Situated on a hill overlooking the snowy peaks
of the Himalaya, is a beautiful old place
known as Gorkha Durbar. There are two attractive
temples of Goraknath and Gorakhkali inside
the palace precinct.. Gorkha can be reached
in about six hours by road from Kathmandu
and four hour from Pokhara A side trip to
Manakamana temple on the way to Gorkha is
very enjoyable and interesting.
Bandipur
A tiny village with spectacular view of mountains,
Bandipur is located in Tanahu district about
140KM from Kathmandu. This is the best hill
station to view mount everest, Bandipur's
hallmark is its beautiful scenery. At the
eastern part of the town is the pagoda roofed
Bindabashini temple which houses goddess Durga,
Bandipur’s guardian deity. The rich
wooden carvings and detailed brass-work that
adorn the temple are replicas of those found
in the many old pagoda structures of the kathmandu
valley. The other important temples and shrines
in the vicinity include the Mahalaxmi temple
with its exquisite woodwork and the Khadga
Devi temple which comes alive once a year
during the Dashain festival.
Sirubari
It is a small village nestled on the soutern
slopes of a ridge at 1700m above sea level.
The height and aspect ensure a comfortable
climate regardless of any season of the year.
Pokhara, about 20km to the northeast, is the
nearest major center. The travel time for
the average group to reach the village from
Pokhara is about 5hours, an experience in
itself. The village which is inhabited entirely
by the Gurung people is small and compact
with neat and clean trails connecting the
mainly stone and slate built houses. Sirubari
offers attractive valley views stretching
away towards the Terai. A short walk above
the village gives visitors a spectacular views
of Himalaya. The living culture and tradition
of the Gurungs blended with their rich hospitality
make for an unforgettable experience.
Tansen
It is situated at an altitude of 1343m above
the sea level. Tansen is the most popular
summer resort in western Nepal. It has the
most extensive views of the country’s
chief attraction, in a clear day from Dhaulagiri
range to Gaurishanker can be seen. It will
take about 7 hours drive from Pokhara and
11 hours from Kathmandu.
