Nepal's topography can be divided into three different geographic (Himalaya, Hilly, Terai) regions based on the rising elevation from the sea level. Each region has its own diverse environment, people and culture and their own special identity. Himalayan Region is destination for adventurous and challenging trekking where you can enjoyed with high Himalaya and views.
Normal Destination Points
Kathmandu
The beautiful Kathmandu Valley, surrounded by green hills and towering mountains, among which are the majestic Himalayas in the north-east is the heart of the Kingdom of Nepal. The Valley is the home of three cities, Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur- the 3 queen cities. Kathmandu, capital of Nepal as well as the principal city of the kingdom of Nepal was once called Kantipur, the present name is derived from "Kasthmandap" an imposing pagoda found in the famed Durbar Square. The city boasts of numerous temples and places of interest. Swayambhunath stupa, the oldest Buddhist stupa in the world.
Bhaktapur
"City of Devotees" or Bhadgaon, is another repository of Nepali culture. It has numerous temples, palaces, statues and other relics which signify its glorious past. The city's well maintained picture gallery has on display one of the finest collections of ancient Tantric Hindu and Buddhist paintings, of particular interest is the palace of 55 windows, built in the 17th century with a golden gate its entrance. The five storeyed pagoda style temple found is famous all over the world for its magnificent architecture.
Dhulikhel
30km. drive towards east to see the panoromic views of Himalayas for sunrise and sunset.
Nagarkot
Nagarkot is at the height of 7200 ft. above sea level. The panoromic place to sunset and sunrise over the central and eastern Himalayan ranges including Mt. Everest (8848m.) in a crystal clear days, and country side 32km. drive.
Pokhara
Second tourist destination after Kathmandu Valley, and most picturesque place in Nepal, Pokhara lies 200 km, 6 hrs drive towards west of Kathmandu. It is a virtual paradise surrounded by the snow peak of Dhaulagiri, the Annapurnas, Lamjung Himal and the famous unscaled centerpiece. Machhapuchare (Mt. Fish Tail). These mountains are visible from any part of Pokhara on a clear day. The beauty of this verdant valley is enhanced by the crystal clear waters of the Phewa, Begnas and Rupa Lakes as well as many as smaller ones. Therefore Pokhara is known as the City of Lakes. A famous trekking areas easily accessible by road and daily half an hour flights from Kathmandu makes Pokhara a destination in itself.
Lumbini
Birthplace of Lord Buddha, is among one of the places of interest and significance in Nepal. It is situated in the western Terai region of Nepal. The place where Lord Buddha was born is marked by the remains of an Ashoka Pillar, an old monastery and the stone image of Maya Devi along with a few other archaeological objects of that era. One of the important place for the Buddhist. 275km, 8 hrs drive towards south-west.
Royal Chitwan National Park
Royal Chitwan National Park, which is situated 120 kilometers southwest of Kathmandu, houses one of Nepal's largest natural parks. A wide range of wildlife including the one-horned rhinoceros, several species of deer, sloth bear, leopard, wild boar, fresh water dolphin crocodile, the royal Bengal tiger and more than 350 species of birds are found here. Visitors to Chitwan may view the wildlife on elephant back excursions, nature walks, canoe trips and jungle treks. A three or at least a four-day stay is recommended for a full experience of the wilderness. Visitors may also take a raft trips, driving from Kathmandu to the river Trisuli or Seti Khola and then spend some days on river camping en route.
Royal Bardia National Park
Location : Covering an area of 968-sq. km., Royal Bardia National Park is situated in the mid-Far Western Terai, east of the Karnali River.
The Park : Royal Bardia National Park is the largest and most undisturbed wilderness area in the Terai, providing excellent habitat for the following endangered species.
Endangered Animals : Rhinoceros, Wild elephant, Tiger, Swamp deer, Black buck, Gharial crocodile, Marsh mugger crocodile, Gangetic dolphins.
Endangered Birds : Bengal Florican, Sliver-eared Mesia, Sarus Crane, and lesser Florican.
More than 30 different mammals, over 250 species of birds and many snakes, lizards and fish have been recorded in the park's forests, grasslands and river habitats. The more commonly seen are:
Mammals : Languor Monkey, Rhesus monkey, Common leopard, Jungle cat, Fishing cat, Large and small Indian civets, Palm civet, Hyena, Wild dog, Jackal, Sloth bear, Otter, Porcupine, Bandicoots, Blue bull (Nilgi), Sambar deer, Hog deer, Barking deer, Wild boar.
Birds : Flycatchers, Babblers, Sun birds, Drongols (7 species), Eurasian thicknee ruddy, Shell duck, Warblers, Bulbuls (5 species), Woodpeckers (10 species), Barbets (4 species), Bee-eaters (4 species), Kingfishers (4 species), Parakeets (4 species), Doves (5 species), Pigeons (3 species), Red-wattled lapwing, Common peafowl, Red jungle fowl, Merganser duck, Black-necked stork, White-necked stork, Painted stork, Egrets (4 species), Herons (5 species), Cormorants.
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