Pokhara

POKHARA

Pokhara City

If you’re looking for a natural exotic place on the globe, then you defiantly should book your next trip to pokhara. Located in the hills of Nepal, Pokhara is full of natural wonders. It also boasts a booming adventure sport; it is arguably the best paragliding venue on the globe and is surrounded by white-water river (Seti River). There's a fascinating museum dedicated to the world-famous Gurkha soldiers. It’s the gateway to the world-famous treks in and around the Annapurna range and beyond.

Location and Geography

Google map view of Pokhara city

Pokhara is located in Kaski district of Nepal. It is about 141 km (87 miles) away from Kathmandu. Geographically Pokhara is surrounded by hills and mountains. In the south of the city, it borders Lake Phewa which is the second largest lake of the country. Pokhara is also home for many caves. Many peaks can be seen from the city. But the view of Mount Machhapuchhre (Fish tail) is best. The Seti Gandaki River is the main river flowing through the city and its tributaries have created several gorges and canyon in and around Pokhara.

Climate

The climate of the city is moderate. In summer temperature sets between 25°C to 33°C and in winter around -2°C to 15°C. However it doesn’t receive snow fall. Pokhara receives the highest rainfall in the country.

Main Attractions of Pokhara:

1. Lake Phewa:

Colorful boats on the bank of Phewa lake

Located in the south of pokhara valley, Lake Phewa is main focal point for traveler. It is the second largest Lake of the country. Phewa Lake is best known for the beautiful view of Mt. Machhapuchre. You can rent beautifully painted boats made of wood to explore the lake. Phewa Lake also owns a temple at the center of the Lake.

 

2. Annapurna Mountain Range:

Panoramic view of the beautiful Annapurna Mountain Range

Pokhara is surrounded with many mountains. But most prominent is the unique Mt Machhapuchhare, whose triangular mass looms large over the town, and remains the only virgin mountain in Nepal set aside as forbidden to be climbed.  The mountain range contain Annapurna South (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Annapurna I (8091m), Machhapuchhare (6997m), Annapurna III (7555m), Annapurna IV (7525m) and Annapurna II (7937m).

 

4. World Peace Pagoda:

World Peace Pagoda

Standing on top of the Ananda hill, Balanced on a narrow ridge high above Phewa Lake. Built by Nipponzan Myohoji, World Peace Pagoda is a perfect holiday place providing a clear view of the himalyan range. It is 7km (4.34 miles) away from pokhara city. It is the top second attraction of Pokhara. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the pagoda from the city which can be reached by taxi or private cars or you can also hike or cycle to the pagoda.

 3. Sarangkot:

Sarangkot is the best place for panoramic view of Annapurna Mountain range. It is well known for paragliding. You can paraglide from Sarangkot and land on the bank of Lake Phewa. Most people come here at dawn or dusk, when the sun picks out the peaks, transforming them from a purple-pink to a celestial gold.

 

5. Devi’s fall:

Davi's Fall

Located in the heart of Pokhara, Devi’s fall is a unique waterfall which vanishes under the ground. It is also known as Patale Chhango. According to Locals, a Swiss visitor named David who tumbled into the sink hole and drowned in the fall. In this way, the waterfall was named Davi's fall.

 

 

 

6. Bat Cave:

Inner View of Bat Cave

If you are a bat lover or want to see thousands of bats, then bat cave is the place for you. As the name says it is the home of thousands of bats which sleeps through out the day. This cave has big opening but small ending. So if you are a Daredevil you can continue to the back of the vault and wriggle out through a tiny chute to the surface.

 

 

7. Gurkha Museum:

Gorkha Memorial Museum

Located near nayabzar road, Gurkha museum celebrates the achievement of mighty Gurkha regiments. It covers the great history of Gurkha from 19^th century through WWII to current disputes to peace keeping missions. It also displays the Victoria Cross awarded that were granted to Gurkha soldiers.

 

 

8. Lakeside:

NIght view of awesome Lakeside

If you’re tired of trip then lakeside is to best place to chill out. Located in the bank of Lake Phewa, Lakeside is full of pubs, bars and restaurants, where you take out all the stress that you had during the trip. The specialty of Lakeside bars is that they show different kinds of cultural dances and music.