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Monday, January 24, 2011
Pokhara
Pokhara is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal, noted for its tranquil atmosphere and the beauty of the surrounding countryside. It is also a base for trekkers undertaking the Annapurna Circuit.
In no other place do mountains rise so quickly. In this area, within 30 km, the elevation rises from 1,000 m to over 7,500 m. Due to this sharp rise in altitude the area of Pokhara has one of the highest precipitation rates of the country (over 4,000 mm/year). Even within the city there is a noticeable difference in the amount of rain between the south of the city by the lake and the north at the foot of the mountains.
Pokhara spans 8 km from north to south and 6 km from east to west but, unlike Kathmandu, it is quite loosely built up and still has much green space. The Seti Gandaki flowing through the city from north to south divides the city roughly in two halves with the down-town area of Chipledunga in the middle, the old town centre of Bagar in the north and the tourist district of Lakeside (Baidam) in the south all lying on the western side of the river. The gorge through which the river flows is crossed at five points, the major ones are (from north to south): K.I. Singh Pul, Mahendra Pul and Prithvi Highway Pul. The eastern side of town is mainly residential.
At places it is only a few metres wide and the river is so far down below that, at places it is not visible or audible.In the middle of the city, the gorge widens to a canyon looking like a crater. In the north and south, just outside town, the rivers created canyons, in some places 100 m deep. These canyons extend through the whole Pokhara Valley. Viewpoints are not easy to find. One place is the Prithvi Narayan Campus and the other side at the foot of Kahu Danda, where several rivers and canyons join. Behind the INF-Compound (Tundikhel) one can see the Seti River disappear into a small slit of a wall about 30 metres high which is especially impressive in monsoon. Betulechaur in the far north of Pokhara is known for the musicians caste of the Gaaine(people who sing).
In no other place do mountains rise so quickly. In this area, within 30 km, the elevation rises from 1,000 m to over 7,500 m. Due to this sharp rise in altitude the area of Pokhara has one of the highest precipitation rates of the country (over 4,000 mm/year). Even within the city there is a noticeable difference in the amount of rain between the south of the city by the lake and the north at the foot of the mountains.
Pokhara spans 8 km from north to south and 6 km from east to west but, unlike Kathmandu, it is quite loosely built up and still has much green space. The Seti Gandaki flowing through the city from north to south divides the city roughly in two halves with the down-town area of Chipledunga in the middle, the old town centre of Bagar in the north and the tourist district of Lakeside (Baidam) in the south all lying on the western side of the river. The gorge through which the river flows is crossed at five points, the major ones are (from north to south): K.I. Singh Pul, Mahendra Pul and Prithvi Highway Pul. The eastern side of town is mainly residential.
At places it is only a few metres wide and the river is so far down below that, at places it is not visible or audible.In the middle of the city, the gorge widens to a canyon looking like a crater. In the north and south, just outside town, the rivers created canyons, in some places 100 m deep. These canyons extend through the whole Pokhara Valley. Viewpoints are not easy to find. One place is the Prithvi Narayan Campus and the other side at the foot of Kahu Danda, where several rivers and canyons join. Behind the INF-Compound (Tundikhel) one can see the Seti River disappear into a small slit of a wall about 30 metres high which is especially impressive in monsoon. Betulechaur in the far north of Pokhara is known for the musicians caste of the Gaaine(people who sing).
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve lies in Rukum, Myagdi and Baglung Districts in the Dhaulagiri Himal range in West Nepal. Putha, Churen and Gurja Himal extend over the northern boundary of the reserve.he reserve extends over an area of 1325 sq. km and is the only hunting reserve in the country to meet the sports hunting needs of Nepalese and foreign hunters of blue sheep and other game animals.
The reserve is characterized by alpine, sub-alpine and high temperate vegetation. Common plant species include fir, pine, birch, rhododendron, hemlock, oak, juniper and spruce.The reserve is one of the prime habitats for blue sheep, a highly coveted trophy. Other animals found are : leopard, goral, serow, Himalayan tahr, Himalayan black bears, barking deer, wild boar, rhesus macaque, langur and mouse hare.Endangered Animals in the reserve include Musk deer, Wolf, Red panda, Cheer pheasant and Danphe.
The reserve is characterized by alpine, sub-alpine and high temperate vegetation. Common plant species include fir, pine, birch, rhododendron, hemlock, oak, juniper and spruce.The reserve is one of the prime habitats for blue sheep, a highly coveted trophy. Other animals found are : leopard, goral, serow, Himalayan tahr, Himalayan black bears, barking deer, wild boar, rhesus macaque, langur and mouse hare.Endangered Animals in the reserve include Musk deer, Wolf, Red panda, Cheer pheasant and Danphe.
Lumbini
Lumbini is the place where the Buddha, known as the Tathagata* was born. It is the place which should be visited and seen by a person of devotion and which should cause awareness and apprehension of the nature of impermanence.
The birthplace of the Gautama Buddha, Lumbini, is the Mecca of every Buddhist, being one of the four holy places of Buddhism. It is said in the Parinibbana Sutta that Buddha himself identified four places of future pilgrimage: the sites of his birth, enlightenment, first discourse, and death. All of these events happened outside in nature under trees. While there is not any particular significance in this, other than it perhaps explains why Buddhists have always respected the environment and natural law.
In 249 BC, when the Emperor Ashoka visited Lumbini it was a flourishing village. Ashoka constructed four stupas and a stone pillar with a figure of a horse on top. The stone pillar bears an inscription which, in English translation, runs as follows: "King Piyadasi (Ashoka), beloved of devas, in the 20 year of the coronation, himself made a royal visit, Buddha Sakyamuni having been born here, a stone railing was built and a stone pillar erected to the Bhagavan having been born here, Lumbini village was taxed reduced and entitled to the eight part (only)".
Recently, several beautiful shrines have been built by devotees from Buddhist countries. A visit to Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, is not only for spiritual enlightenment but also for solace and satisfaction that one gets in such a calm and peaceful place.
Illam
Illam is the far eastern district of the Nepal, inhabited by people of different colors living in peace and harmony. Neighboring the famous Indian hill town of Darjeeling, it is situated on the foothills of Mount Kanchanjunga, The third highest peak in the world. Ilam is adorned with an almost limitless range of lush-green tea gardens. The rolling hills covered with tea leaves are simply majestic. The thick white fogs alternatively descend to veil the gardens and then suddenly vanish. Greenery prevails all over the hills of Ilam all around the year.
Tourist places and beautiful locations to be visited are:
1.Antu Dada: Antu Danda, situated at an altitude of 1677m in Ilam District, is famous for its unique views of Everest and Kanchanjunga. It is the best vantage point for viewing sunrise and sunset. There is a motorable road from Ilam to Chhipitar from where one can reach Antu Danda on foot. This exhilarating trekking along the lush green hills takes about 3 hours.
2.Mai Pokhari: Situated at an altitude of 2438 meters, Mai Pokhari is a famous place of pilgrimage in Ilam district. Lying at about thirteen kilometers north of Ilam Bazaar, this beautiful place consists of the pond whose circumference is more than one kilometer. Altogether there are nine ponds in the area some of which are large enough for boats. This place becomes alive every year during 'Harisayam Ekadashi' when a one-night fair is held. This place is a famous picnic spot for nearby people Mai Pokhari can be reached in four hours from Ilam Bazaar in jeep.
3.Sandakpur: Sandakpur at 3,636 meters on the international Napal - India borderline provides majestic view of the Himalayas, Mt. Kanchanjunga , Mt. Kumbhakarna , and Mt. Makalu and even Mt. Everest . Rare wildlife like red panda, musk deer and wild bird Danphe can be seen in the forest of this area. From Illam Bazaar one can go up to Maimajhua Khorsanitar via Mai Pokhari in a vehicle. From here one has to trek for about 15 hours to reach Sandakpur.
4.Kanyam and Fikkal:Kanyam and Fikkal have large tea estates for which Ilam 140 years. These tea plantation areas are popular among tourists for picnicking, sightseeing and taking photographs. Fikkal is a business centre in the area. It falls on the Mechi Highway on the way to Ilam.
5.Siddhi Thmka:Siddhi Thamka offers good views of sunrise and sunset from its elevation of 1,800 meters. One can also see the Terai flatlands, the Mahabharat range and the Churia mountain range from this area. Siddhi Thumka is 3 hours trek away from Ilam Bazaar.
6.Chhintapu:Chhintapu at 3,400 merets is the second highest peak in Ilam district. The area has natural rich forests of Rhododendron, herbal plants and various species of birds. About 11 varieties of Rhododendron are found in the area. In addition are rare herb Yarcha Gumba and wild animals like musk deer and the rare red panda. Good views of the mountains can be seen from different points of the trek. The peak cab be reached by trekking for three hours from Ilam Bazaar.
7.Gajur Mukhi:A stone tunnel with carved images of Hindu deities, it is on the banks of Deumai Khola, west of Ilam Bazaar. Gajur Mukhi is 4 hours drive from Ilam Bazaar.
8.Pathibhara:Pathibhara is in Ilam is believed to be as the younger sister of Pathibhara Devi in Taplejung. The temple is Hanspokhari, southeast of Kolbung VDC and is on the way to Ilam and Mechi Highway.
9.Mai Beni:Mai Beni houses the temple of Lord Shiva at the confluenced of rivers Mai Khola and Jogmai Khola. It is located about 3 kilometers away from Ilam Baxaar. Thousand of devotees gather here on the day of Maghe Sangrati in January.
Tourist places and beautiful locations to be visited are:
1.Antu Dada: Antu Danda, situated at an altitude of 1677m in Ilam District, is famous for its unique views of Everest and Kanchanjunga. It is the best vantage point for viewing sunrise and sunset. There is a motorable road from Ilam to Chhipitar from where one can reach Antu Danda on foot. This exhilarating trekking along the lush green hills takes about 3 hours.
2.Mai Pokhari: Situated at an altitude of 2438 meters, Mai Pokhari is a famous place of pilgrimage in Ilam district. Lying at about thirteen kilometers north of Ilam Bazaar, this beautiful place consists of the pond whose circumference is more than one kilometer. Altogether there are nine ponds in the area some of which are large enough for boats. This place becomes alive every year during 'Harisayam Ekadashi' when a one-night fair is held. This place is a famous picnic spot for nearby people Mai Pokhari can be reached in four hours from Ilam Bazaar in jeep.
3.Sandakpur: Sandakpur at 3,636 meters on the international Napal - India borderline provides majestic view of the Himalayas, Mt. Kanchanjunga , Mt. Kumbhakarna , and Mt. Makalu and even Mt. Everest . Rare wildlife like red panda, musk deer and wild bird Danphe can be seen in the forest of this area. From Illam Bazaar one can go up to Maimajhua Khorsanitar via Mai Pokhari in a vehicle. From here one has to trek for about 15 hours to reach Sandakpur.
4.Kanyam and Fikkal:Kanyam and Fikkal have large tea estates for which Ilam 140 years. These tea plantation areas are popular among tourists for picnicking, sightseeing and taking photographs. Fikkal is a business centre in the area. It falls on the Mechi Highway on the way to Ilam.
5.Siddhi Thmka:Siddhi Thamka offers good views of sunrise and sunset from its elevation of 1,800 meters. One can also see the Terai flatlands, the Mahabharat range and the Churia mountain range from this area. Siddhi Thumka is 3 hours trek away from Ilam Bazaar.
6.Chhintapu:Chhintapu at 3,400 merets is the second highest peak in Ilam district. The area has natural rich forests of Rhododendron, herbal plants and various species of birds. About 11 varieties of Rhododendron are found in the area. In addition are rare herb Yarcha Gumba and wild animals like musk deer and the rare red panda. Good views of the mountains can be seen from different points of the trek. The peak cab be reached by trekking for three hours from Ilam Bazaar.
7.Gajur Mukhi:A stone tunnel with carved images of Hindu deities, it is on the banks of Deumai Khola, west of Ilam Bazaar. Gajur Mukhi is 4 hours drive from Ilam Bazaar.
8.Pathibhara:Pathibhara is in Ilam is believed to be as the younger sister of Pathibhara Devi in Taplejung. The temple is Hanspokhari, southeast of Kolbung VDC and is on the way to Ilam and Mechi Highway.
9.Mai Beni:Mai Beni houses the temple of Lord Shiva at the confluenced of rivers Mai Khola and Jogmai Khola. It is located about 3 kilometers away from Ilam Baxaar. Thousand of devotees gather here on the day of Maghe Sangrati in January.
The Royal Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve
The Royal Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve is situated in the southern part of Far-West Nepal in Kanchanpur District. The reserve lies between 80o 25' east longitude and 28o 35' north latitude.
The main grass species of the phantas are Imperata cylindrica and Saccharum heteropogon which are extensively used by the local people for thatching.
The reserve provides prime habitat for swamp deer . An estimated population of 2000 is found in the reserve. Other wild animals in the reserve are wild elephant , tiger , hispid hare , blue bull , leopard , chital , hog deer and wild boar .
A total 268 species of birds has been recorded in the reserve. Many grassland birds along with the rare Bengal florican can be seen in the phantas. Marsh mugger crocodile, Indian python, monitor lizard and snakes like cobra, krait and rat snake have been recorded in the reserve.
The main grass species of the phantas are Imperata cylindrica and Saccharum heteropogon which are extensively used by the local people for thatching.
The reserve provides prime habitat for swamp deer . An estimated population of 2000 is found in the reserve. Other wild animals in the reserve are wild elephant , tiger , hispid hare , blue bull , leopard , chital , hog deer and wild boar .
A total 268 species of birds has been recorded in the reserve. Many grassland birds along with the rare Bengal florican can be seen in the phantas. Marsh mugger crocodile, Indian python, monitor lizard and snakes like cobra, krait and rat snake have been recorded in the reserve.
Royal Bardia National Park
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 main objectives of the park are to conserve a representative ecosystem of the mid-Western Terai, particularly the tiger ad its prey species.
Royal Bardia National Park is the largest and most undisturbed wilderness area in the Terai, providing excellent habitat for Rhinoceros , Wild elephant , Tiger , Swamp deer , Black buck , Gharial crocodile , Marsh mugger crocodile , Gangetic dolphin.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,Langur 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 and Wild boar.and different species of birds as,Flycatchers , Babblers , Sunbirds, Drongols (7 species), Eurasian thicknee ruddy , Shelduck, 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) and Cormorants.
Royal Bardia National Park is the largest and most undisturbed wilderness area in the Terai, providing excellent habitat for Rhinoceros , Wild elephant , Tiger , Swamp deer , Black buck , Gharial crocodile , Marsh mugger crocodile , Gangetic dolphin.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,Langur 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 and Wild boar.and different species of birds as,Flycatchers , Babblers , Sunbirds, Drongols (7 species), Eurasian thicknee ruddy , Shelduck, 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) and Cormorants.
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve lies on the flood plain of the Sapta-Koshi in Saptri and Sunsari Districts of eastern Nepal. The area is defined by the eastern and western embankments of the river.Koshi Tappu is a rectangular shaped reserve, approximately 10 km wide and 10 km long, stretching northward from the Nepal/India border along the Sapta Koshi River. The Sapta Koshi is one of the three main tributaries of the Ganges.
The vegetation is mainly tall khar-pater grassland with a few pater grassland with a few patches of scrub forest and deciduous mixed riverine forest.
The reserve offers important habitat for a variety of wildlife. The last surviving population (about 100 individuals) of wild buffalo or arna (Bubalus arnee arnee) are found here. They are distinguished from domestic animals by their much bigger horns. Other mammals occurring here are hog deer, wild boar, spotted deer and blue bull.
The reserve also assists the local economy by providing fishing permits and allowing the collection of edible fruits and ferns.A total of 280 different species of birds have been recorded in the reserve. These include twenty species of ducks, two species of ibises, many storks, egrets, herons and the endangered swamp partridge and Bengal florican.
The vegetation is mainly tall khar-pater grassland with a few pater grassland with a few patches of scrub forest and deciduous mixed riverine forest.
The reserve offers important habitat for a variety of wildlife. The last surviving population (about 100 individuals) of wild buffalo or arna (Bubalus arnee arnee) are found here. They are distinguished from domestic animals by their much bigger horns. Other mammals occurring here are hog deer, wild boar, spotted deer and blue bull.
The reserve also assists the local economy by providing fishing permits and allowing the collection of edible fruits and ferns.A total of 280 different species of birds have been recorded in the reserve. These include twenty species of ducks, two species of ibises, many storks, egrets, herons and the endangered swamp partridge and Bengal florican.
Royal Chitwan National Park
Royal Chitwan National Park stands today as a successful testimony of nature conservation in South Asia.The park covering a pristine area of 932 sq. km is situated in the subtropical inner Terai lowlands of southern central part of Nepal.The Chitwan valley is characterized by tropical to subtropical forest.
There are more than 43 species of mammals in the park. The park is specially renowned for the protection of the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, tiger, gharial crocodile along with many other common species of wild animals. The estimated population of endangered species of animals such as gaur, wild elephant, four horned antelope, striped hyena, pangolin, gangetic dolphin, monitor lizard and python, etc.Some of the other animals found in the park are samber, chital, hog deer, barking deer, sloth bear, common leopard, ratel, palm civet, wild dog, langur, rhesus monkey, etc.
There are over 450 species of birds in the park. Among the endangered birds found in the park are Bengal florican, giant hornbill, lesser florican, black stork and white stork, Few of the common birds seen are peafowl, red jungle fowl, and different species of egrets, herons, kingfishers, flycatchers and woodpeckers.More than 45 species of amphibians and reptiles occur in the park and some of which are marsh mugger crocodile, cobra, green pit viper and various species of frogs and tortoises.
The park is actively engaged in the scientific studies of several species of wild flora and fauna.
There are more than 43 species of mammals in the park. The park is specially renowned for the protection of the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, tiger, gharial crocodile along with many other common species of wild animals. The estimated population of endangered species of animals such as gaur, wild elephant, four horned antelope, striped hyena, pangolin, gangetic dolphin, monitor lizard and python, etc.Some of the other animals found in the park are samber, chital, hog deer, barking deer, sloth bear, common leopard, ratel, palm civet, wild dog, langur, rhesus monkey, etc.
There are over 450 species of birds in the park. Among the endangered birds found in the park are Bengal florican, giant hornbill, lesser florican, black stork and white stork, Few of the common birds seen are peafowl, red jungle fowl, and different species of egrets, herons, kingfishers, flycatchers and woodpeckers.More than 45 species of amphibians and reptiles occur in the park and some of which are marsh mugger crocodile, cobra, green pit viper and various species of frogs and tortoises.
The park is actively engaged in the scientific studies of several species of wild flora and fauna.
Sagarmatha national park
Sagarmatha National Park covers an area of 1148 square kilometers in the Khumbu region of Nepal. The Park includes the highest peak in the world. Mt. Sagarmatha (Everest 8848 m.) and several other well known peaks such as Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Thamerku, Kwangde, Kangtaiga and Gyachyung Kang.Vegetation in the park varies from pine and hemlock forests at lower altitudes, fir, juniper, birch and rhododendron woods at mid-elevations, scrub and alpine plant communities higher up and bare rock and snow above tree line.
The wild animals most likely to be seen in the park are the Himalayan tahr, goral, serow, musk deer and Himalayan black bear. Other mammals are weasels, martens. Himalayan mouse hare (Pika), jackals and langur.The park provides a habit for at least 118 species of birds. The most common birds to be seen are the Impeyen pheasant (the national bird of Nepal), blood pheasant, cheer pheasant, jungle crow, red billed and yellow billed coughs and snow pigeon.
The wild animals most likely to be seen in the park are the Himalayan tahr, goral, serow, musk deer and Himalayan black bear. Other mammals are weasels, martens. Himalayan mouse hare (Pika), jackals and langur.The park provides a habit for at least 118 species of birds. The most common birds to be seen are the Impeyen pheasant (the national bird of Nepal), blood pheasant, cheer pheasant, jungle crow, red billed and yellow billed coughs and snow pigeon.
Lantang National Park
Situated in the Central Himalaya, Langtang National Park is the nearest park to Kathmandu. The area extends from 32 km north of Kathmandu to the Nepal-China (Tibet) border.While the main reason for the park is to preserve the natural environment.Some of the best examples of graded climatic conditions in the Central Himalaya are found here,from main forest to alpine scrub.It provide habitat for wide range of animals including wild dog, red panda, pika, muntjac, musk deer, Himalayan black bear, Himalayan tahr, ghoral, serow, rhesus monkey and common langur.Lantang Valley contains of glaciers,magnificent views of mountains and himalayas.
Gosainkunda, an area of high altitude lakes, is reached either from Dhunche or from Sundarijal in the eastern part of Kathmandu Valley. Thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit these lakes during Janai Purnima festivals in the month of August. Gosainkunda lake is believed to have been created by Lord Shiva.
Gosainkunda, an area of high altitude lakes, is reached either from Dhunche or from Sundarijal in the eastern part of Kathmandu Valley. Thousands of Hindu pilgrims visit these lakes during Janai Purnima festivals in the month of August. Gosainkunda lake is believed to have been created by Lord Shiva.
Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu valley is aniciently rich in arts and crafts.It contains many historical places as well as natural beauties.There are many tourist areas,some of them are:
1.Kathmandu Durbar Square: The house of the Living Goddess ( Kumari Ghar ), the ferocious Kal Bhairab, the red monkey god, and hundreds of erotic carvings are a few examples of the sights at the Square! The buildings here are the greatest achievements of the Malla dynasty.
2.Syambhunath: The history of the Valley, according to the legends, begins with Swayambhu, or the "the self-existent".It is the major pilgrimage for Buddhism.Peripheral sources of power were discovered on the hilltop as well and stupas, temples, and rest houses were built to honour them. Images of important deities, both Buddhist and Hindu, were also installed.
3.Bouddhanath: Bouddhanath is among the largest stupas in South Asia, and it has become the focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. The white mound looms thirty-six meters overhead. The stupa is located on the ancient trade route to Tibet, and Tibetan merchants rested and offered prayers here for many centuries. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many of them decided to live around Bouddhanath.
4.Pashupatinath: Pashupatinath is the holiest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Nepal. There are linga images of Shiva along with statues, shrines, and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. A temple dedicated to Shiva existed at this site in AD 879. However, the present temple was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1697.
5.Patan Durbar Square:This whole square is a cluster of fine pagoda temples and stone statues; it is at the same time the business hub of the city. At every step one comes across a piece of art or an image of a deity, testifying to the consummate skill of Patan's anonymous artists.The stone temple of Lord Krishna and the Royal Bath (Tushahity) with its intricate stone and bronze carvings are two other masterpieces in the same vicinity.The three-storey stone temple continues to elicit high praise from lovers of art and beauty. It was built by King Siddhi Narasingha Malla in the sixteenth century.
6.Bhaktapur Durbar Squqre:Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a conglomeration of pagoda and shikhara-style temples grouped around a fifty-five window palace of brick and wood. The square is one of the most charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal.The five-storey pagoda styled Nyatapola temple was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1702 A. D. It stands on five terraces on each of which squat a pair of figures: two famous wrestlers, two elephants, two lions, two griffins and Baghini and Singhini -the tiger and the lion goddesses.
7.ChanghuNarayan: Narayan, or Vishnu, is the preserver of creation to Hindus. His temple near Changu village is often described as the most ancient temple in the Kathmandu Valley. A fifth century stone inscription, the oldest to be discovered in Nepal, is located in the temple compound and it tells of the victorious King Mandev. The temple now covers sixteen hundred years of Nepalese art history. The temple, built around the third century, is decorated by some of the best samples of stone, wood, and metal craft in the Valley.
8.Kakani: Situated at an elevation of 6,500 feet above the sea level and 25 kilometers away from Kathmandu City is hilly Kakani, famous for plenty of terraced fields. Short treks are made possible. The fabulous holiday area of Kakani features enchanting attractions ranging from the beautiful alpine scenery to the magnificent Himalayan panorama, especially of the Ganesh Himal.
9.Nagarkot:There are various places around the edge of the Kathmandu valley which offer great mountain views. Mountain watchers make their way up to the village; stay overnight in one of Nagarkot's lodges or hotels where you rise at dawn to see the sun appears over the Himalaya. Nagarkot is the popular tourist resort in Nepal which is situated 32 km east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2175 m above the see level. The panorama of the major peaks of eastern Nepal Himalayas including Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) can be seen from here.
10.Chobhar: En-route to Dakshinkali, situated 9-km south-west of Kathmandu, this place is famous for its gorge, said to have been cut by the god Manjushri to drain the water from the Kathmandu Valley which was at that time a lake. There is a small but picturesque temple of Adinath on the top of a hill. From this point one has a superb view of snow-clad mountain peaks.
11.Godavari: It lies southeast of Patan at the distance of 10 km. The only Botanical Garden in Nepal lies in Godavari. It is a place of splendid natural beauty. Fish hatchery and marble quarry are also located in Godavari. Godavari-kunda, Nau-Dhara and a Buddhist Monastery are the additional attractions in Godavari. Special Festival is celebrated once a twelve year in Godavari-Kunda.
12.Pharping And Dashinkali:Both these places are known for Hindu pilgrimage sites situated at a lovely countryside approximately 25 km south-west of Kathmandu. Dashinkali Temple houses the mighty mother Hindu Goddess admidst green pinewood where the scarifies of duck, goat, cock and buffalo are made to the Goddess every Tuesday and Saturday to make her happy. It is an hour's scenic drive from Kathmandu City. Magnificent views of the surrounding landscape is marvelous from here.
13:Gokarna:This lovely royal game Sanctuary also known as Gokarna Safari Park, lies about 10 km north-east of Kathmandu, It is situated on the bank of the river Bagmati. Many wild animals such as spotted deer, can be viewed in the Sanctuary. An entrance fee is charged for the game Sanctuary. On the northern side of Gokarna on the way to Sundarijal is a pagoda style of Gokarnashewor Mahadev Temple which stands on one of the Bagmati gorges.
14.Buddhanilkantha:About 8 km north of Kathmandu, this holy site is located at base of Shiva Parvati hill. It is a remarkable colossal city of Lord Vishnu, reclining on a bed of snakes. This is one of the masterpieces of stone statue and in the middle of a small pond seems to float Lord Vishnu in the water.
15.Kirtipur:It is small town, 8 km southwest of Kathmandu lies atop a hill. This historic town has many things to offer like old shrines and temples and old houses. Some of the folks are typically dressed in traditional costumes, and can be spotted working on looms.
16.Namo Buddha: Situated on a hill just above Panauti valley is an authentic Buddhist shrine which the indigenous Newars call ‘Namra Bhagawan.' The Stupa is highly worshipped by Nepalese Buddhists and Tibetan Buddhists. This serene woods proves to be an ideal spot for sentimental meditation. The pious forestation is believed to be the exact location where late King Mahastawa (one of the past Buddha incarnations) sacrificed his own flesh for the sake of a dying tigress and her hungry cubs.
1.Kathmandu Durbar Square: The house of the Living Goddess ( Kumari Ghar ), the ferocious Kal Bhairab, the red monkey god, and hundreds of erotic carvings are a few examples of the sights at the Square! The buildings here are the greatest achievements of the Malla dynasty.
2.Syambhunath: The history of the Valley, according to the legends, begins with Swayambhu, or the "the self-existent".It is the major pilgrimage for Buddhism.Peripheral sources of power were discovered on the hilltop as well and stupas, temples, and rest houses were built to honour them. Images of important deities, both Buddhist and Hindu, were also installed.
3.Bouddhanath: Bouddhanath is among the largest stupas in South Asia, and it has become the focal point of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. The white mound looms thirty-six meters overhead. The stupa is located on the ancient trade route to Tibet, and Tibetan merchants rested and offered prayers here for many centuries. When refugees entered Nepal from Tibet in the 1950s, many of them decided to live around Bouddhanath.
4.Pashupatinath: Pashupatinath is the holiest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Nepal. There are linga images of Shiva along with statues, shrines, and temples dedicated to other deities in the complex. A temple dedicated to Shiva existed at this site in AD 879. However, the present temple was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1697.
5.Patan Durbar Square:This whole square is a cluster of fine pagoda temples and stone statues; it is at the same time the business hub of the city. At every step one comes across a piece of art or an image of a deity, testifying to the consummate skill of Patan's anonymous artists.The stone temple of Lord Krishna and the Royal Bath (Tushahity) with its intricate stone and bronze carvings are two other masterpieces in the same vicinity.The three-storey stone temple continues to elicit high praise from lovers of art and beauty. It was built by King Siddhi Narasingha Malla in the sixteenth century.
6.Bhaktapur Durbar Squqre:Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a conglomeration of pagoda and shikhara-style temples grouped around a fifty-five window palace of brick and wood. The square is one of the most charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal.The five-storey pagoda styled Nyatapola temple was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1702 A. D. It stands on five terraces on each of which squat a pair of figures: two famous wrestlers, two elephants, two lions, two griffins and Baghini and Singhini -the tiger and the lion goddesses.
7.ChanghuNarayan: Narayan, or Vishnu, is the preserver of creation to Hindus. His temple near Changu village is often described as the most ancient temple in the Kathmandu Valley. A fifth century stone inscription, the oldest to be discovered in Nepal, is located in the temple compound and it tells of the victorious King Mandev. The temple now covers sixteen hundred years of Nepalese art history. The temple, built around the third century, is decorated by some of the best samples of stone, wood, and metal craft in the Valley.
8.Kakani: Situated at an elevation of 6,500 feet above the sea level and 25 kilometers away from Kathmandu City is hilly Kakani, famous for plenty of terraced fields. Short treks are made possible. The fabulous holiday area of Kakani features enchanting attractions ranging from the beautiful alpine scenery to the magnificent Himalayan panorama, especially of the Ganesh Himal.
9.Nagarkot:There are various places around the edge of the Kathmandu valley which offer great mountain views. Mountain watchers make their way up to the village; stay overnight in one of Nagarkot's lodges or hotels where you rise at dawn to see the sun appears over the Himalaya. Nagarkot is the popular tourist resort in Nepal which is situated 32 km east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2175 m above the see level. The panorama of the major peaks of eastern Nepal Himalayas including Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) can be seen from here.
10.Chobhar: En-route to Dakshinkali, situated 9-km south-west of Kathmandu, this place is famous for its gorge, said to have been cut by the god Manjushri to drain the water from the Kathmandu Valley which was at that time a lake. There is a small but picturesque temple of Adinath on the top of a hill. From this point one has a superb view of snow-clad mountain peaks.
11.Godavari: It lies southeast of Patan at the distance of 10 km. The only Botanical Garden in Nepal lies in Godavari. It is a place of splendid natural beauty. Fish hatchery and marble quarry are also located in Godavari. Godavari-kunda, Nau-Dhara and a Buddhist Monastery are the additional attractions in Godavari. Special Festival is celebrated once a twelve year in Godavari-Kunda.
12.Pharping And Dashinkali:Both these places are known for Hindu pilgrimage sites situated at a lovely countryside approximately 25 km south-west of Kathmandu. Dashinkali Temple houses the mighty mother Hindu Goddess admidst green pinewood where the scarifies of duck, goat, cock and buffalo are made to the Goddess every Tuesday and Saturday to make her happy. It is an hour's scenic drive from Kathmandu City. Magnificent views of the surrounding landscape is marvelous from here.
13:Gokarna:This lovely royal game Sanctuary also known as Gokarna Safari Park, lies about 10 km north-east of Kathmandu, It is situated on the bank of the river Bagmati. Many wild animals such as spotted deer, can be viewed in the Sanctuary. An entrance fee is charged for the game Sanctuary. On the northern side of Gokarna on the way to Sundarijal is a pagoda style of Gokarnashewor Mahadev Temple which stands on one of the Bagmati gorges.
14.Buddhanilkantha:About 8 km north of Kathmandu, this holy site is located at base of Shiva Parvati hill. It is a remarkable colossal city of Lord Vishnu, reclining on a bed of snakes. This is one of the masterpieces of stone statue and in the middle of a small pond seems to float Lord Vishnu in the water.
15.Kirtipur:It is small town, 8 km southwest of Kathmandu lies atop a hill. This historic town has many things to offer like old shrines and temples and old houses. Some of the folks are typically dressed in traditional costumes, and can be spotted working on looms.
16.Namo Buddha: Situated on a hill just above Panauti valley is an authentic Buddhist shrine which the indigenous Newars call ‘Namra Bhagawan.' The Stupa is highly worshipped by Nepalese Buddhists and Tibetan Buddhists. This serene woods proves to be an ideal spot for sentimental meditation. The pious forestation is believed to be the exact location where late King Mahastawa (one of the past Buddha incarnations) sacrificed his own flesh for the sake of a dying tigress and her hungry cubs.
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