Nepal is the home of Mount Everest — Himalayas. Nepal is one of the countries among the members of SAARC. Nepal is the gateway to the famous Himalayan beauty but not only the Himalayas but also the capital — Kathmandu, and Pokhara sits in a variety of sights. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the largest metropolitan area, with about 5 million people living there. If you want to travel to Nepal, you must first come to Kathmandu. Many people do not want to be the first to visit a city like Kathmandu when visiting the mountains, but Kathmandu, with its traditions, commerce, and various architectural patterns, is brilliant in its glory.
Pokhara, the second-largest city in Nepal, is located west of the Kathmandu Valley and in the center of Nepal. Known as the City of the Seven Lakes, Pokhara is a tourist destination. In addition to natural beauty, the city is rich in cultural heritage. This is Pokhara City, a piece of paradise on earth. And that is why every year, many tourists come from far and wide to visit this city of Nepal.
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Attractive Places In Kathmandu:
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1. Pashupatinath Temple
Pashupatinath Temple is the most famous temple among Hindus. It is a holy and famous temple. Pashupatinath was built to serve Shiv, and many people from India come here every year to worship Shiv. Different types of saints can be seen here.
2. Swayambhunath Stupa
If you list Nepal’s famous Buddhist temples, Swayambhunath will have between 1 and 3. It is located at the top of the hill to the west of Kathmandu, where you will have to cross the stairs of 365. Of course, before climbing the stairs, you will catch sight of the monkey. The monkey has been living for a long time in the areas and near it. The Nepalese celebrate the holy angel as the monkey.
3. Boudhanath Stupa
Boudhanath Stupa, located about 7 km away from Thamel, is one of the places Nepalese tourists visit. It is one of the largest stupas in Asia. It is so big that it can be seen from far away.
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4. Kopan Monastery
Kopan Monastery is a place that is like a hidden diamond in Kathmandu. This is where Tibetan saints come to meditate. From Kopan Monastery, Kathmandu city Puerto Purana can have a 180-degree view. Not many people knew about this place before, but now after the hype, the place is well-respected by tourists for its architectural beauty.
5. Kathmandu Darbar Square, Patan, Bhaktapur
The ancient site of Kathmandu is built around Darbar Square, located at Basantapur, south of Thamel. Until the nineteenth century, the king of Nepal and his family lived here. The place is so magnificent and a witness to the heritage that in 1979, UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site. In addition to the palace, many Hindu and Buddhist temples of the 12th century are found here.
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Other Attractive Places In Kathmandu
There are a lot of attractive places in Kathmandu, Nepal. You can also visit Thamel, Garden of Dreams, Singha Durbar, Asan Bazar. There are two temples called Annapurna and Krishna which are famous for their structure and location.
Attractive Places Of Pokhara:
There are many sights to visit in Pokhara city. The beautiful transparent lake here calms the mind, similarly, the views of the horizontal twin hills make the mind generous. Tourists also love to sail the boat, with its pleasant surroundings. The sights of Pokhara are highlighted below:
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1. Phewa Lake:
This is the second-largest lake in Nepal — visited by a large number of tourists. You can enjoy water rides here. You will get different types of water, such as canoeing, boating, swimming, sailing, fishing, and kayaking. You can also see a variety of bird species here. In the middle of the lake, there is a temple called “Barahi,” where devotees sacrifice their animals every Saturday. And being a SAARC country, the ticket prices for Bangladeshis are kept low.
2. Davis Fall:
This strange, beautiful fountain is just 2km away from Pokhara Airport. Originally, the water from Fava Lake was the main source of this fountain. A woman named “Davie” dies in the water and is named after her. Because of this, tourists choose to come here in search of a mystery. However, during the rainy season, this fountain looks more beautiful.
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3. Gupteshwar Mahadev Cave:
This cave is located beside Davis Falls. The turning ladder is to go inside this cave. Naturally built, the cave is considered to be the old house of “Shiva Lingam”. Here you have to face a kind of adventure.
4. Jangchub Choeling Gomba:
This monastery is home to Tibetan refugees in Pokhara. The monastery here mainly focuses on Tibetan-style tourists. The inner hall of the monastery is used for prayer whose construction is strangely beautiful. And the most interesting is the statue of the Buddha, which is 7 feet tall, covered with copper and gold.
5. Sharonkot:
This is one of the popular tourist spots in Nepal. The panoramic views of the Pokhara Valley, Annapurna Mountains, and Fava Lake are visible from here. And the great view of the morning sunrise can be seen from here. The paragliding here will add a different dimension to the tourist trip to Pokhara.
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Other Attractive Places In Pokhara
You can also visit Pokhara Shanti Stupa, International Mountain Museum, Gurkha Memorial Museum, Mahendra Cave, Annapurna Butterfly Museum, Porakha Valley (Himalayan Range and Lake), Annapurna Base Camp, Vidyavasini Temple, Ling Monastery in Sri Gaden Dharga, Begnas Tal Lake, Temple of Tal Varahi and Bat. Bat Cave. If you want to do the trekking again, you can go to Ghorepani Hill (Poon Hill) and Seti Gandaki.
Pokhara Special Attractions:
Paragliding, Bungee jumping, Canoeing, Ultralight flights and trekking in the mountains.
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How to go to Nepal (Kathmandu/Pokhara)
If you are traveling from Bangladesh to Nepal and want to travel to Kathmandu or Pokhara, you will have to take a ticket at Tribhuvan Airport. The cost will be around BDT 18,000 to 22,000. Depending on the season, you can get the ticket within your budget.
Perfect time to visit Nepal, Kathmandu
October and November are the perfect time to visit Kathmandu. At this time, the weather is dry, but it is colder. As the sky is clear, it is easy to get around and you can take well preparation for trekking. It is not good to visit Kathmandu in September because it can be difficult for the monsoon. Even if the weather is dry till April, then it is winter, but there is no snow in Kathmandu, and sometimes the temperature is said to be zero degrees. If you don’t like crowds or want to travel at low cost after the season, mid-March to mid-September is a good time to travel to Kathmandu.
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Want To Travel to Nepal With Your Family Or Friends From Dhaka, Bangladesh?
Nepal is a perfect place for a group or family tour. The beauty of this place will give you awesome feelings. At the same time, you can come back with a fresh mind by visiting here. Hopefully, you can go to Nepal (Kathmandu/Pokhara) within a tight budget. If you want to travel to Nepal safely and enjoy the place with more joy, Travel Mate- A leading Travel Agency From Bangladesh, can help you with arranging the tour. Contact us for further details. Above all, you may add any missing information about things to do or places to visit in Nepal from the comment section. Happy Traveling. ♥
