Tourist Places in Nepal

Nepal has some of the best hiking routes in the world, which are Kanchenjunga, Manaslu, Mount Everest, and Annapurna. Nepal is also a significant religious centre with its numerous Hindu and Buddhist temples and stupas, such as the Boudhanath Stupa and the Pashupatinath Temple. It is a highly safe place to travel because of the low crime rates. Nagarkot, Rani Pokhari Lake, and Champadevi Hill are popular destinations for hikers, bungee jumpers, rafters, and mountain climbers. The famous tourist destinations in Nepal are described below.

1. Pokhara

This city is known as the 'Tourist Capital of Nepal'. In this Himalayan country, it is the second-largest city. The Lakeside Pokhara and Old Pokhara, which are also the city's economic centres, have a variety of exquisite medieval temples that create a lovely contrast in the city. Pokhara is a famous trek spot for adventure seekers. The old Pokhara has many shops from where tourists can buy famous woodwork, handicrafts, and woolwork items. The Tibetan Mini Market is a famous market in Pokhara.

Pokhara's famous spots:

1. International Mountain Museum:

This museum has a spectacular collection of artefacts, authentic equipment, stories, and images of the Himalayas. Mountain People Gallery is the first gallery of the museum from that users get information about the region's residents' lifestyle, culture, and tradition. Mountain Gallery is the second gallery in the museum that provides information about mountains, and this gallery also has plant and animal replicas and rock samples. Mountain Activities Gallery and Associates Gallery are the other two galleries in this museum.

Entry Fee:

Foreigner: NPR 500
Nepali: NPR 100
Garden: NPR 30
SAARC Nation: NPR 250
Resident Visa: NPR 250
Student: NPR 50

2. Shanti Stupa:

Pokhara's Shanti Stupa is commonly known as the Peace Pagoda. It is a magnificent monument that is situated on Anadu Hill. This stupa is of pristine white colour. The pagoda is visible from many metres away due to its unique colour.

Other famous spots in Pokhara are Annapurna Circuit, Davis Falls, Shree Gaden Dhargay Ling Monastery� Phewa Lake, Seti River Gorge, Gupteshwor Mahadev Temple, Sarangkot, Bat cave, Bindhyabasini Temple, Poon Hill, Tibetan Refugee Camp, Gurkha Museum Pokhara, Ghorepani Hill, Mahendra Cave, Tal Barahi Temple, Rupa Lake, Bhimsen Temple, and Annapurna Butterfly Museum.

Adventures to do at Pokhara:

Trekking, canoeing, whitewater rafting, paragliding, boating, and mountain biking.

Famous food dishes of Pokhara are fried trout Fish, Newari cuisine, momos, frozen yoghurt, Machhapuchhre kiss, and Nepali Thali.

2. Janakpur

It is thought that Goddess Sita was born in Janakpur. The City of Ponds is another name for this place. There are more than 70 ponds in Janakpur. Here, visitors can learn more about the Ramayana, which is a famous and revered Hindu epic. This city is situated in Nepal's Terai region. The Ram Janaki Temple is Janakpur's major tourist destination. The good weather, the lavish and colourful festivals celebrated throughout the year, the magnificent temple architecture, and the friendly residents make Janakpur a popular destination for tourists and pilgrims.

Janakpur's famous spots:

Famous spots in Janakpur are Janaki Mandir, Ganga Sagar, Ram Mandir, Rolwaling Valley, Jaleswar , Ram Sita Vivah Mandap, Dhanush Sagar , Dolakha Bhimsen Mandir, and Ratna Sagar Temple.

3. Chitlang

This is an ancient Newar-dominated village in Nepal. This historic village is encircled by the Chandragiri hills. The best hiking location from Kathmandu is Chitlang. More than 100 different bird species are found here and making it an ornithologist's paradise. A small antique temple with historical remnants is situated on the main road. The town's hiking paths and cable car offer not only challenging adventures but also magnificent views of the valleys and mountains nearby.

Chitlang's famous spots:

Famous spots in Chitlang are Swochhanda Bhairab Temple, Satdhara, Bhedafaram, Shikhar dham, and Krishna Temple.

4. Nagarkot

It is only 28-kilometre from Kathmandu. Nagarkot is a beautiful hill station. Nagarkot's area provides breathtaking views of eight Himalayan Ranges. For serenity seekers, hikers or adventure seekers, it is heaven. To experience a real nature vacation on a budget, this place offers many affordable homestays.

Adventures to do at Nagarkot:

Paragliding
Watch the sunrise
Hiking
Trekking
Go mountain biking.

5. Kathmandu

Nepal's capital and most popular tourist destination are Kathmandu. Kathmandu has golden pagodas, ancient temples, fascinating villages and natural beauty. The meeting point of the Vishnumati and Bagmati rivers is in Kathmandu. Kathmandu has many shops from where tourists can buy famous Nepali paper prints, handicrafts, and carpets. The best place to start exploring Nepal is Kathmandu.

Kathmandu's famous spots:

1. Boudhanath Stupa:

This is a significant historical site in Nepal. Every day, thousands of pilgrims of various religions gather here. The Boudhanath Stupa has been known as the Chorten Chempo, Buddha Stupa, Jarung Khashor, Chaitya, and the Khasti over the years. 50 Tibetan convents are located throughout the stupa's complex. This convent is known as gompas. From 1959 these gompas acted as a shelter for Tibetan refugees.

Boudhanath Stupa's Entry Fee :

SAARC nationals: NPR 100
Foreign nationals: NPR 400
Chinese citizens: NPR 400
Nepalese citizens: No entry fee

2. Garden of Dreams:

This garden is popularly known as the "Garden of Six Seasons" and "Swapna Bageecha". The garden attracts tourists with its lovely pavilions, beautiful amphitheatre, pergolas, urns, paved perimeter walkways, and ponds. At Garden of Dreams, visitors can sit and chill, eat at kaiser cafe, visit the kaiser gallery, view the antique inscriptions and observe the 3 ornate pavilions.

Garden of Dream's Entry Fee:

Child - NPR 160
Adult - NPR 320

Other famous spots in Kathmandu are Thamel, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Kumari Bahal, Kopan Monastery, Budhanilkantha Temple, Narayanhiti Palace, Langtang National Park, Asan Tole, The Crematoria, White Monastery, Basantapur Tower, Hanuman Dhoka, Taudaha Lake, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Phulchowki, The Last Resort, Kathesimbhu Stupa, Dakshinkali Temple, Patan, Indra Chowk, Kala Bhairav, Jagannath Temple, National Museum, Vajrayogini Temple, Taleju temple, and Tribhuvan Museum.

Famous food dishes of Kathmandu are momos, yomari, chatamari, juju dhau, butter tea, dal bhat, raksi, choila, maas ko baara, sekuwa, thukpa, sel roti, jaand, aloo chop, tingmo and aloo phingsha.

6. Bhaktapur

One of the 3 mediaeval towns in the Kathmandu Valley is Bhaktapur. This city is frequently referred to as Bhadgaon and Khwopa and has a combination of Buddhist and Hindu residents. This city is nearly 12 kilometres from Kathmandu. This town is split into 3 squares, each of which contains numerous temples and other religious buildings. Visitors must pay an NPR 1500 entry fee in order to enter this town. This fund is used for the maintenance of Bhaktapur's temples.

Bhaktapur's famous spots:

Famous spots in Bhaktapur are Changu Narayan, 55 Windows Palace, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Thimi, Taleju Bhawani Temple, Bhairavnath ttemple Nyatapola Temple, Doleshwar Mahadev Temple, Taumadhi square, Siddha Pokhari, and The Lion Gate.

7. Patan

The third-largest city in Nepal is Patan. The present name of this town is Lalitpur. Both names of this town derived from the Sanskrit word "Lalitapattan". The Durbar Square in Patan is home to numerous monuments, temples, and palaces. There is a "Patan museum" at Durbar Square as well. This town is a traditional hub for handicrafts and a famous place to buy Buddha statues, traditional jewellery and masks. There is a shrine of the god Krishna in this town, and this shrine architecture is inspired by the Buddhist Dharma-Chakra philosophy.

Patan's famous spots:

Famous spots in Patan are Bhimsen temple, Uku Bahal, Royal Palace Patan, Patan Museum, Patan Durbar Square, Sundari Chowk, Kumbeshwar Temple, Rato Macchendranath temple, Krishna Mandir, and Newari Kitchen.

8. Birgunj

This city is located close to the Bihar's border. It serves as a key entrance point for Indian products trade. Ghadiarwa Pond is a well-known tourist destination in Birgunj. It is a favourite hangout place for youngsters in Nepal.

Birgunj's famous spots:

Famous spots in Birgunj are Clock tower, Lord Buddha Stupa, Shree Gahawa Mai Temple, and Bindaswini Temple.

Famous food dish of Birgunj is tikas, pakaudas, bhatura, jhiljhilii, rolls, chaat, phuchkas, chola, jhaal muri.

9. Dharan

Dharan is a beautiful city situated near India's southeast border. The entrance to the Mahabharata Hills is at Dharan. It is a multi-cultural city and also the football centre of Nepal. It is a well-known tourist destination in Nepal because of its breathtaking natural scenery and interesting activities like trekking, picnicking, hiking, golf, night parties, etc.

Dharan's famous spots:

Famous spots in Dharan are Budha Subba Temple, Namaste Falls, Tamar Khola, Pindeshwor Temple, Namche Bazar, Jatta, Dantakali Temple, and Vijaypur Hill, Dharan Clock Tower, Pathivara temple, Bijayapur, Yalamber Park, and Panchakanya Temple.

10. Lumbini

The birthplace of Lord Buddha is the city of Lumbini. People from all around the world travel to this centre of Buddhism to practise yoga, find inner peace, study the scriptures, trek, and meditate. The meaning of "Lumbini" in Sanskrit is "The lovely". Every monastery has a unique architectural style with a lovely exterior and paintings. Many nations have monasteries in Lumbini, including China, Japan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Germany, and France. The most significant and spiritual site in the area is the Mayadevi Temple. It houses the real birthplace of Lord Buddha.

Lumbini's famous spots:

1. Lumbini Museum:

The Lumbini Museum exhibits over 12000 artefacts, including metal sculptures, religious manuscripts, Terra cottas, coins from the Maurya dynasty, and coins from the Khusana dynasty. This museum was constructed in the 1970s., The architect, Kris Yao from Taiwan and his team, have rebuilt this museum.

2. Great Drigung Lotus Stupa:

Amazing Drigung Lotus Stupa is one of Lumbini's most revered and significant religious sites. The German Tara Foundation constructed this stupa. This structure has a hollow crown that is partially covered with glass and has a Buddha statue inside.

Other famous spots in Lumbini are Thrangu Vajra Vidya Monastery, Manang Samaj Stupa, Lumbini Monastic Site, Korean Temple, Vietnam Phat Quoc Tu Temple, Lumbini Crane Sanctuary, Tilaurakot, Myanmar Golden Temple, China Temple, Sri Lanka Temple, Maya Devi Pond, Cambodian Monastery, Bodhi Tree, Royal Thai Monastery, World Peace Pagoda Lumbini, Ashoka Pillar, and Maya Devi Temple.

11. Bandipur

Bandipur is known for its pristine beauty and friendly people. Bandipur is a lovely town located atop a hill in the Himalayan foothills. Bandipur is among the most picturesque towns in Nepal since it has managed to preserve its distinctive history and culture over time in addition to its natural beauty. The town is known for its breathtaking countryside walks and local sports, including rappelling, biking, mountain climbing, trekking, and hiking, as well as its cafes, restaurants, and hotels. Bandipur also offers a breath-taking view of the Himalayas. Tourists can experience tranquillity in the town away from the hectic pace of the city by exploring the historic temples or walking through the beautiful backstreets.