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Pokhara,
is infact ,the first and foremost convenient point of for mountain oriented
sightseeing.Mt Annapurna , literally means the goddess of abundant harvest lies
of a horizontal distances of 40 kms from the valley of Pokhara.Also
adding to the delight is the view , of Manaslu and Himalchuli in the east.A
long panoramic view of the mountains from Dhaulagiri in the west to
ganesh himal in the east is also fascinating.
Other
major attraction in Pokhara also include the twin lakes "Begnas and Rupa"
river gorges, Mahendra caves, Barahi temples, Setigandaki,Devis fall, "the
hell's fall"and ancient bazaar and museum can be a bonus in your tenure of
visit of the valley.
Royal Chitwan national park.-Nepal's
first and most famous national park is situated in the
Chitwan Doon or the lowlands of the inner Terrai.Covering
an area of 932 sq.km,the park includes hilly areas of
silwalik range covered by decidiuos sal forest .A fifth of the park is
made up of the flood plains of the Narayani,Rapti and the Reu rivers and is
covered by dense tall, elephant grass
interspersed with riverine forests of silk , cotton(Kapok),accasia and
sisam trees.This ecologically diverse area is the last remaining
home in Nepal for mare than 300 of the endangered Asian one
horned rhinoceros and harbours one of the largest populations of
elusive and rare Royal Bengal tiger.It also supports a great
variety of flora and fauna.There are more than 43 species of mammals in
the park.The swampy areas and numerous ox-bow lakes of
Chitwan provide a home for marsh crocodile.One unique
Chitwan experience is Elephant back safaris.For
the more adventurous and thrill loving tourists , Nepal offers
excellent opportunities for trekking, hot air balloning,
rafting , kayaking, and mountain bilikng.
Bhutan-The
literal meaning of the word "Bhutan " implies -"the end of the
Tibet".the bhutanese themselves refer to their country as Drukyul or
"the land of peaceful dragon".Bhutan is a protetected paradise
,pouched between Indian and China(Tibet).The land is famous for its mind
blowing exotic flora and fauna,mighty fortress, lofty peaks, and
cascading waterfalls.
Phuntoshiling-It
is the gateway of bhutan .On the top of the hills the Kharabandi
monastery lands , a spectacular view of the plains.,the amochu
river (Torsha) , is an adeal picnic and fishing spot.
Thimpu-One
of the most unusual and charming capital city in the world, at an altitute of
7600 ft.On the way from phuentshoiling to this place , you can also
get a spectacular view of the hydro electric
project"Chhukha" and gigantic waterfalls.A short distance from
thimphu, is the Royal palace
Paro-Situated
at an altitude of 7000ft,this is the air gateway to the land of
"peaceful Dragon"-Bhutan.The air trip is an unforgetable
experience, as one flies over the world's most glamaorous and
enchanting peaks.The beautiful terrace valley is the homeland of many
historical monasteries like the "Taktsang" or "Tiger
nest".THe national museums is located in an ancient watched tower
and you can find here a variety of collections that includes ancient
Bhutanese art n crafts, weapons and stamps etc.
Punakha-The
former capital of Bhutan , is ornamented with abundant fruits,, crops , and
extremely pleasant climates.The road to punakha branches of left and curls its
way down the valley to the relatively low lands.A further ten minutes short of
the hour drive from Punakha brings you to the little town of "wangdiphodrang"
or "wangdi".It is the best town on the central highways,
before Central Bhutan.The decorum of the town lies in the
rich cattle pastures.Below the rich cattle pastures at the
junction of Togchu and Mochu rivers is a striking dzong which
guards this windy valleys.The wangdiphrodrang Dzong is
the town's most visible feature.
Please
visit our itinerary section and plan your
trip accordingly.
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