Major Tourist Attractions in Nepal

Nepal is a tourist destination in the world. There are many beautiful and picturesque places to visit in Nepal. The places of Nepal are history and historical relics and are remarkable for their beauty. Nepal is rich in natural beauty, historical and religious places, lakes and rivers, peaks and mountains, monuments and temples, land and rivers, lakes, rivers and culture.

You can choose trekking or travel destination as per your wish and interest. There are 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Nepal, seven of which are Kathmandu Valley, Pashupatinath (the largest Hindu temple), Boudhnath (one of the largest stupas in the world), Swayambhu (Monkey Temple), Kathmandu Durbar Square (the seat of God). further exits) Patan Durbar Square (architectural heritage) Bhaktapur Durbar Square (way back to culture) Changu Narayan (where the history of Nepal begins) Among the remaining three are Chitwan National Park, Lumbini (Birth Palace of Lumbini) and Everest National Park. We will describe in detail the most popular destinations in Nepal.

Kathmandu

Kathmandu is the capital and largest metropolis of Nepal. The city is the urban center of the Kathmandu Valley in the Himalayas, which also has two sister cities, Patan or Lalitpur, 5 kilometers (3.1 mi) to its southeast and Bhaktapur, 14 kilometers (8.7 mi) to its east. It is also known as ‘KTM’. The rich history of the city dates back to about 2000 years, as inferred from the inscriptions in the valley. Its religious affiliations are mainly followed by Hinduism and Buddhism. People of other religions are also living in Kathmandu. The city of Kathmandu is named after the structure in Durbar Square, called Kastamandapa, which is a Sanskrit word, kastha meaning “wood” and mandapa meaning “covered shelter”. In 1596, King Lakshmi Narasimha Malla built this unique temple, also known as Maru Sthana.

Known as the city of temples, Kathmandu has temples of various Hindu deities and Buddhist monuments. Historical and religious places are also the most attractive in Nepal. Entrance to tourist attractions. There are 7 World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, of which 2 are Hindu temples, 2 are Buddhist monasteries and 3 are historical and religious sites. Pashupatinath, a famous Hindu temple, is also known as the god of Pashupati. Kathmandu Durbar Square which is made of wood and which was the kingdom of Malla Raja, from where God still emerges today. Boudhanath and Swayambhu are Buddhist monuments. Patan Durbar Square is an architectural heritage, Bhaktapur Durbar Square is also known as Mud Square and Changunarayan Temple is where history begins.

Pokhara

Pokhara is in the west of Nepal. Located at an altitude of 827m above sea level. The climate of Pokhara is slightly warmer than that of Kathmandu and daytime temperatures range from 15 degrees in winter to 35 degrees in summer. The monsoon season, which lasts from mid-June to mid-September, is very cold; In fact, Pokhara has received the highest amount of rain in the country. The best time to visit is between October and April.

This growing city has many beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of the Himalayas. It is the only valley in the world from which mountains above 8000 meters can be seen up close. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu are among the 4 highest mountains in the world that are more than 8000 meters high and can be seen from a height of 800 meters. Fewa Lake, Davis Falls, World Peace Pagoda, Paragliding, International Mountain Museum, Gorkha Museum, Seti George River and Sarangkot are the major tourist destinations of Pokhara. The serenity of the lake and the majesty of the Himalayas standing behind it create the ambiance. Of peace and magic. Pokhara city is also the gateway to adventure sports, paragliding, avia flight, bungee jumping, skydive etc. This is the land of the Gurungs and the Magars. They have earned worldwide fame as Gurkha soldiers.

Chitwan

Chitwan is located in the southwestern part of Nepal. It covers an area of 2,238.39 km2 (864.25 sq mi), and had a population of 579,984 (279,087 males and 300,897 females) people in 2011. Chitwan National Park in Chitwan district is famous for forest activities. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site designated as a National Park in 1973. Chitwan National Park is the birthplace of the Tharu, the original tribe of the region. They have their own language, culture and traditional beliefs. Chitwan’s climate is climate-climatic with seasons each offering a unique experience. In summer season (March-June) the temperature is high at some time it can reach up to 43⁰ and in winter season the temperature can reach 0⁰.

Chitwan Valley has tropical and subtropical forests. Sal forests cover 70 percent of the park. Sal leaves are used locally for plates in festivals and religious offerings. Due to its proximity to the Himalayan circuit, the park shelters migrants in winter and summer and has more than 500 native bird species. Bird watching in Chitwan National Park is becoming popular day by day. There are more than 50 different types of grasses, including elephant grass (Saccharum spp.). Grasslands cover 20 percent of the park. At least 43 species of mammals are found in Chitwan National Park. The “King of the Jungle” is the Bengal Tiger. Only one horned rhinoceros is found in Chitwan National Park. Tharu cultural programs, elephant rides, jungle safaris, bird watching, canoeing and visits to the elephant breeding center are the main attractions of Chitwan National Park.

Lumbini – The Birthplace of Gautam Buddha

Lumbini is the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, who was born as the prince of the Shakya dynasty. It is situated in the Kapilvastu district of Terai, the southern plains of Nepal. The birthplace of Buddha is a pilgrimage site for Buddhists and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visited by hundreds of tourists every year.

The main attraction of Lumbini is the Maya Devi Temple, dedicated to Gautam Buddha’s mother. The temple is also believed to be the exact spot where Buddha was born. The holy ground is surrounded by monasteries made by various counties as a sign of respect.

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