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Nagarkot: -
There are various places around the edge of the Kathmandu
valley which offer great mountain views, but the resort
village of Nagarkot is generally held to be the best.
Mountain watchers make their way up to the village; stay
overnight in one of Nagarkot’s lodges or hotels that rise at
dawn to see the sun appear over the Himalaya. Nagarkot is
the popular tourist resort of Nepal which is situated 32 kms
east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2175m above the see
level. The panorama of the major peaks of eastern Nepal
Himalayas including Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) can be seen
from here.
Chobhar: -
En-route to Dakshinkali, situated 9-kms 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.
Daman: -
Daman is situated about 80 kms southwest of Kathmandu valley
at an altitude of 2400m. above the sea level. It is located
on the Tribhuwan Highway. This place is famous for the
panoramic view of the snowy mountains, the major peaks, that
can be clearly seen from here are Mt. Everest (8848m),
Annapurna III (7555m), Phurbi Chyachu (6637m), Choba Bhamre
(6016m), Gaurishankar (7134m) etc. There is a view tower in
Daman fitted with a long-range telescope. Daman can be
reached in four hours from Kathmandu because of mountain
highway. However it is worth visiting the area after
watching the landscape of the Himalayas with having
luxurious accommodation and cuisine of International
standard there if one wish to stay overnight.
Pharping & Dashinkali: -
Both this place for Hindu pilgrimage. A lovely countryside
drive of approximately 25 km south west of Kathmandu.
Dashinkali is one of the famous shrines of the mighty mother
Goddess of the Hindus admist green pine wood the scarifies
of duck goat cock and buffalo can be made to the
Goddess for appeasement. An hour's scenic drive for
Kathmandu city. Dashinkali is a famous Hindu temple for
sacrifice particularly on Tuesday & Saturday. Magnificent
view of the surrounding landscape is marvelous.
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 view in the Sanctuary
from as elephant back. An entrance feel is change for
entrance to the game Sanctuary at the gate of by arrangement
with a travel agency. On the northern side of Gokarna on the
way to Sundarijal is a pagoda of Gokarnashewor Mahadev,
which stand on one of the Bagmati gorge.
Buddhanilkantha: -
About 8 km. north of Kathmandu, at base of Shiva Parvati
hill is a remarkable colossal sty of Lord Vishnu, Reclining
on a bed of snakes. This is one of the masterpieces of stone
statue end the middle of a small pond and seems to float in
water.
Kirtipur: -
It is small town, 8km 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.
Sankhu: -
It is a typical newari town with many fine old buildings &
temples. Beyond the village up along flight of stoned
stairs, is Bajrayogini, and historical temple with a
beautiful view of the local areas.
Dhulikhel: -
The ancient town is situated 32 km east of Kathmandu on the
side of the Arniko Rajmarga (Kathmandu-Kodari highway). It
is a lovely place famous for its scenic beauty and old
tradition, from snowy ranges from Karyolung in the east to
Himchuli in the west. There is a medieval township Banepa
between Kathmandu and Dhulikhel. There are frequent bus
services to Dhulikhel from old Bus park (Ratna Park).
Panauti: -
Standing in a peaceful Valley roughly 6 kilometers south of
Banepa, the small beautiful town of Panauti is located. This town is
relatively untouched but where festivals preserving the
precious tradition of the indigenous Newars are held. It
possesses a number of interesting temples, one of which
perhaps is the oldest in Nepal. Besides, it is famous for
magnificent woodcarvings.
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 wood 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. The Stupa is highly worshipped by Nepalese
Buddhists and Tibetan Buddhists. This serene wood proves to
be an ideal spot for sentimental meditation. |
