POKHARA
Pokhara, simply put, is a place to watch mountains and is also the starting point for major trekking expeditions. Pokhara is often called an enchanting Himalayan valley with a heart of major actions and adventures in Nepal.
Phewa lake
The Phewa Lake (1.5 km long, the second largest lake in Nepal) offers an excellent view of the mountains and their reflections on the lake. Many adventure and tour operators, hotels, guest houses are located in the lakeside. One can easily find a place to sit back, relax and enjoy great meals. Most hotels and guest houses here traditional designs and layouts which match with the surrounding views. The best of all one can have a fest of mountain views from sunrise to sunset. The most spectacular sight in Pokhara is the sight of Annapurna range. The holy unclimbed mountain Macchapucchre can be seen standing right in front of our nose. Everyone in Pokhara wakes up early to view mountains during sunrise. The reflection of sunlight on mountain is always a breathtaking site.
Begnas
and Rupa lake
Begnas Lake and Rupa Lake, located about 15 km from Pokhara is an ideal place for relaxation, boating and fishing. Other places to visit in Pokhara are, Barahi temple, situated in the middle of Phewa lake, Mahendra Gupha, Pokhara Museum, Annapurna Museum, Bindhyabasini temple, and World Peace Pagoda.
Seti Gandaki and Seti Gorge are other two important places to visit in Pokhara. The Seti gandaki flows right through the city, it runs completely underground at many places. There is a local myth that the entire land of Pokhara floats on the Seti river. Rivers in Nepal are known for their strength and the purity as entire source is from the Himalayan range.
Mahendra
cave and Davis fall
Mahendra Gufa, locally called Chamero Odhaar ("House of Bats"), is the large limestone cave. Shepherd boys are said to have discovered it around 1950. A two hour walk to the north of Pokhara, it is best to bring your own torch to see the stalactites and stalagmites, although most of them have been car
Davis Fall is a small but extraordinary waterfall. Its original Nepali name of Patale Chhango has now given way to the Anglicised version because a tourist by the name of Davis had plunged to his death in this particular fall. Although the cascade is not very puissant and spectacular, the shapes of the stones and rocks through which the water drains are really unique and worth seeing.
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