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SIGHTSEEING TOUR IN NEPAL
Outside Kathmandu Valley
  Pokhara
The rare combination of snow-clad peaks, snow-fed lakes and rivers has helped to make the Valley of Pokhara one of the most picturesque natural attractions in Nepal. The valley which is 210 km away from Kathmandu has been the base camp for many of Nepal's most popular trekking and rafting destinations.The highlights of the Pokhara Valley is its Phewa Lake, Boating, Pony Riding, Fishing, Canoeing in Fewa Lake and paragliding have been other fascinating activities that one can enjoy in Pokhara.
  Chitwan
Chitwan is proud to have one of the most attractive national parks located at southern central Nepal. The main attraction of this place is the Chitwan National Park which is one of the largest parks in Asia teeming with wildlife such as the rare great one horned rhinoceros, several species of deer, sloth bear, leopard, wild boar, fresh water dolphin, crocodile, more than 350 species of birds and the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. It is just five-hour drive from Kathmandu.
  Gorkha

It is situated 131 km west of Kathmandu at an elevation of 1,135 m at the end of mountain that branches north from the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway at Abu Khaireni. It is the ancestral home of the Shah dynasty and home of the original Gorkha soldiers. Gorkha's centerpiece is the magnificent Gorkha Durbar which is a fort, a palace and a temple with excellent views of the surrounding valleys and the Manaslu range.

  Muktinath
The renown temple of God Muktinath is situated in the district of Mustang and is 3749 m on a high mountain ridge. It is about 18 kilometers north-east of Jomsom. While going to the holy place of Muktinath the trail starts from the picturesque valley of Pokhara. All along the trail from Pokhara to Jomsom, the natural panorama is very impressive. The whole area opens out in all its serenity, grandeur and color, set admist all splendors  of snow-capped peaks of Machhapuchre, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri etc. The landscape is arid and rocky from Jomsom with patches of green cultivation. Muktinath is equally visited both by Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. It is a revered pilgrimage spot nestled in the arid Himalaya Canyons. The shrine of Muktinath is venerated and worshipped by Tibetans as well and they have constructed some Gompas or monasteries near the shrine.
  Manakamana

This is also the famous pilgrimage spot in Nepal. It is very near from Gorkha. Every Nepali is very ambitious to make a pilgrimage trip to Manakamana. It lies south east from Gorkha. Cable Car to this sacred place is started from the Kurin tar and it takes 8 minutes to reach.
  Lumbini
Lumbini is a small town in the southern terai plains of Nepal where Lord Gautam Buddha was born 2500 years ago. The ruins of the old city can still be seen. Lumbini has since been a holy ground for Buddhists all over the world. The restored garden and surroundings of Lumbini have the remains of many of the ancient Stupas and Monasteries. A large stone pillar erected by the Indian emperor Ashoka in 250 BC bears an inscription about the birth of the Buddha. Besides, Lumbini offers cultural insights into the village life of southern Nepal.
  Janakpur
Janakpur is the capital of the ancient state of Mithila and the Janaki Temple, located in the center of the city, is well known in Nepal. Sita, the wife of the legendary hero, Ram was born in Janakpur. Throughout the year many pilgrims come to pay their homage to Ram and Sita who are the main religious attractions in Janakpur. The city is thronged by worshippers and visitors alike especially during the festival of Bibah Panchami. This annual festival is celebrated on the occasion of Ram and Sita's marriage and their wedding ceremony is lasted throughout the week. During this period, the city is enlivened by the wedding festivities.
  Nepalgunj
Nepalgunj is an industrial and trading center 199 km east of Dhangadhi. The Jai Bageswari temple marks the town center. It is the gateway to Bardia National Park (95 km, three hours by car). After the safari, you should drive to Chisapani to view the 500-m long, single-tower bridge over the Karnali. Nepalgunj is the hub of air routes in western Nepal. (Temperature 5 to 44 degrees Celsius.)
 
  Daman
Daman at an altitude of 2,400 m is located 80 km southwest of Kathmandu Valley. Daman is famous for the magnificent veiw of the world's highest mountain range. There is a view tower fitted with long range telescopes.

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