Its other name is “City of the Lakes”, and its guardian angel is Machhapuchchhre Himal, a.k.a. Fishtail Mountain, one of the loveliest of all Himalayan peaks. Welcome to Pokhara, where you’ll find a veritable paradise.
There’s no better way than to get close and personal with the people and experience the lifestyle of Nepali villagers than by pedaling around the valley at your own pace.
Cat Stevens wrote a song about ‘Katmandu’ while having chai and pie and hashish in one of its numerous ‘chai and pie’ shops. And, some say that Charles Sobhraj plotted a few of his murders when living in one of its many cheap guesthouses.
Nepal’s rich wildlife does justice to its claim as being an Asian Safari Destination.
Someone once said that if we do not learn from history, then it will repeat itself. There’s much to learn from Nepal’s history.
Nepal’s history shows long periods of progress and prosperity, and equally long periods of tyrannical rule; and some moments that were momentous in nature.
In light of the current chaotic state of affairs, when new history is being created, it would be interesting to revisit this small nation’s journey through the ages.
Among a number of short and pleasant treks in the Annapurna region, none is more fulfilling than the trek to Ghalegaun, a lovely village in the Nepal hills.
The Tamrakars have been working at making various items out of copper for a very long time, and why shouldn’t they? After all, the very word ‘Tamrakar’ means ‘those who give shape to copper’.
A considerable number of men and women have conquered the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest, but it still holds a formidable challenge that calls for grit and courage from climbers everywhere.
Tihar is the most popular festival for many Nepalis, and this is because of the many fun activities that take place during all of its five days.
The weather is changing, and along with it, there’s a definite festive air around the country; yes, some of the country’s biggest festivals are here.
