Nepal Tourist Information
Nepal is most famous for its trekking. The Himalayan Mountains form a breathtaking backdrop as you explore the small towns along to the Annapurna Circuit or head up to Everest Base camp. Other outdoor activities include rafting, jungle safaris, and paragliding.
Don't rush through Kathmandu though. This is city for the senses. Enjoy Nepalese food, wander through the streets, visit the monkey filled temples, and meet the locals. Nepalese people are some of the most friendly you will encounter. Buddhism and Hinduism meet in this vibrant country, and that is best reflected in the temples and sights around Kathmandu.
Nepal's Top Tourist Attractions
Annapurna Circuit: One of the more popular treks in Nepal, it takes you through the villages along the Annapurna Region and takes a little over two weeks to fully complete. The highest point on the trek is Thorung La Pass which is 5400 meters high.
Everest Base Camp Trek: Starting in Lukla, this is the most popular trek up to Everest Base Camp.
Chitwan National Park: A great place to do a jungle safari and ride and elephant.
Popular Food in Nepal
Momos: A traditional meat or vegetable dumpling typically served with a tomato based sauce.
Daal Bhaat Tarkaari: The national dish of Nepal, a lentil dish served with rice and tarkaari. Tarkaari is a mix of vegetables served with spices.
Samosas: Meat or vegetable dumpling dishes that are deep fried and served with a sauce.
Hotels and Hostels in Nepal
Shiva Margh Gaurighat Lakeside ,
Pokhara,
Nepal,
0000
Rating
100%100
Private
$4.45
Pokhara has a pleasant climate and can be visited any time of the year. Even during summer, the temperature does not rise above 30-32 degree Celsius. And as the rains begin, the temperature goes down considerably, cooling the Valley.
Lakeside 6 ,
Pokhara,
Nepal,
0977- 61
Rating
97.8%100
Private
$3.42
We are so glad to have you at Karma Guest House in Lakeside, Pokhara, Nepal. Our facilities are an 11 bedded guest house.
Lekhnath Marg Thamel ,
Kathmandu,
Nepal,
-
Rating
90%100
Private
$8.22
With the luxuries of home, our facility is recently established property in tourist hub Thamel. It is bit quite place from crowd, provides 20 testfully sunny room with individual bath and all the time hot and cold shower.
Travel Tips for Nepal
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Porter and Guide for Trekking in Nepal
In a country like Nepal it is much cheaper to book your porter and guide after you arrive. If you have the time and flexibility when traveling, this is definitely the way to go. This allows you the opportunity to meet the person who will be traveling with you and confirm that your personalities are compatible. It also will save you a lot of money!
Linger in Kathmandu
A lot of people zip in and out of Nepal's capital city, Kathmandu, on their way to the Himalayan Mountains. While the obvious reason to visit Nepal is the trekking and outdoor activities, don't blow Kathmandu off. It's actually a very fascinating city that gives you a lot of insight into the country's culture and people. There are plenty of temples to explore, but simply exploring the neighborhoods and roaming through the markets can really be an experience. While you usually visit Nepal to hike, make sure you see every thing the country has to offer by seeing where the vast majority of the residents call home.
US Embassy Information
Kathmandu, Nepal
Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
977-1-400-7200
usembktm@state.gov
http://nepal.usembassy.gov/