Situated some 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu at an alleviation
of 3000 ft, Pokhara is a natural gift to our country. It has a rare combination of the long arrays of snowed peaks, crystal clean lakes, panoramic Annapurna Himal and the warm climate, which remains favourable all the year round. The monsoon rains are strongest from June to August and other months are relatively dry. It has the beautiful Phewa tal ( Lake ), Seti river, Mahendra Cave and the various places of interest for the torist like, K1 Singh Bridge, Bindya Bashini Temple, Musuem, Davi's Fall and Buddhist Temples, etc. Presented here are some of the interesting spots within the valley of Pokhara.
of 3000 ft, Pokhara is a natural gift to our country. It has a rare combination of the long arrays of snowed peaks, crystal clean lakes, panoramic Annapurna Himal and the warm climate, which remains favourable all the year round. The monsoon rains are strongest from June to August and other months are relatively dry. It has the beautiful Phewa tal ( Lake ), Seti river, Mahendra Cave and the various places of interest for the torist like, K1 Singh Bridge, Bindya Bashini Temple, Musuem, Davi's Fall and Buddhist Temples, etc. Presented here are some of the interesting spots within the valley of Pokhara.Phewa Tal - Tal means lake in Nepali. Phewa Tal is the l
argest Lake in the valley, measuring 1.5 by 4 km. The lake is the centre of attraction and the most enchanting lake among the other lakes of the Pokhara Valley. The lake is best situated for boating, bird watching and especially photographing the scenic mountains. The excellent setting of the lake and the reflections of the Annapurna Mountains is something, no visitor would like
to miss during a boating trip. Annapurna rises directly from the valley floor and seems close enough to touch. The boats and boatmen can be hired on an hourly or daily basis or one can row himself.
argest Lake in the valley, measuring 1.5 by 4 km. The lake is the centre of attraction and the most enchanting lake among the other lakes of the Pokhara Valley. The lake is best situated for boating, bird watching and especially photographing the scenic mountains. The excellent setting of the lake and the reflections of the Annapurna Mountains is something, no visitor would like
to miss during a boating trip. Annapurna rises directly from the valley floor and seems close enough to touch. The boats and boatmen can be hired on an hourly or daily basis or one can row himself.Bahari Temple - Built in the middle of Phewa Lake is dedica
ted to the Goddess Ajima- the grand mother. The universal protector is the boar manifestation of Goddess Shakti. She is often worshipped with the sacrifice of animals.
ted to the Goddess Ajima- the grand mother. The universal protector is the boar manifestation of Goddess Shakti. She is often worshipped with the sacrifice of animals.Legend goes that on one fateful night, God came to a village in Pokhara disguised as a traveller looking for shelter. Only a poor couple offered him shelter and the only meal they had. Next mor
ning, it was found that the entire village was submerged in water expect the old couple's. Therefore, in honor of the compassionate old couple the temple of Tal Varahi was built in the middle of the lake.
ning, it was found that the entire village was submerged in water expect the old couple's. Therefore, in honor of the compassionate old couple the temple of Tal Varahi was built in the middle of the lake.Sarangkot - Situated at 1500 meters is a former fort of Kaski Kings. An early morning drive to watch the sunrise is the best 
recommended trip. Nowhere else in the world can one enjoy such a magnificant panorama up so close. Starting from Dhaulagari in the extreme left, the view includes Annapurna South, 1st, IInd, IIIrd,IVth, Machhapuchhare and Lamjung.
recommended trip. Nowhere else in the world can one enjoy such a magnificant panorama up so close. Starting from Dhaulagari in the extreme left, the view includes Annapurna South, 1st, IInd, IIIrd,IVth, Machhapuchhare and Lamjung.World Peace Pagoda - A massive Buddhist stupa,
is situated on top of a hill on the southern shore of Phewa Lake. Besides being as impressive sight by itself, the shrine is a great vantage point which offers a spectacular view of the mountains, Phewa Lake and Pokhara City.
is situated on top of a hill on the southern shore of Phewa Lake. Besides being as impressive sight by itself, the shrine is a great vantage point which offers a spectacular view of the mountains, Phewa Lake and Pokhara City.Davi's Fall - Locally known as Patale Chhango, is an awes
ome waterfall lying about 2kms south- west of Pokhara airport on the highway to Tansen.
ome waterfall lying about 2kms south- west of Pokhara airport on the highway to Tansen.Legend has it that in the month of July 1961, a Swiss couple were bathing in the stream Pardi Khola, just above the fall. A sudden flood from the Fewa Dam swept away Mrs.Davi and mysteriously disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall. Since then, the fall has been called Davi's Fall.
The Old Bazaar and Bindyabasini Temple - Pokhara's traditio
nal bazaar is colorful and so are its ethnically diverse traders. Newar architecture and craftsmanship is expressed in its temples and windows. The past richness is expressed in its art and craftmanship.
nal bazaar is colorful and so are its ethnically diverse traders. Newar architecture and craftsmanship is expressed in its temples and windows. The past richness is expressed in its art and craftmanship.Bindhyabasani Temple is the centre of religious activities in the old bazaar. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagawati, another manifestation of Shakti. On Tuesdays and Saturdays, people sacrifice animals and believe that she 
will help them fulfill their desires and wish.
will help them fulfill their desires and wish.Legend has it that the stone image of the Goddess was being brought from Binda, India to the kingdom of Mustang- a kingdom on the north of Annapurna. The carriers rested in Pokhara and when they were about to continue the journey, the image could not be lifted from the ground. Thus, the temple was built to honor the resident of Bindia Bindabasani.
Gupteswor Gufa (Cave)- A sacred lies 2 km from Pok
hara airport on the Siddartha Highway leading South- West from the city. The entrance is right cross Davi's Fall and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-size rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all fours. This cave holds special value for Hindus since a phallic symbol of lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered. An entrance fee os Rs. 5 is charged and taking picture insides the cave is prohibited.
hara airport on the Siddartha Highway leading South- West from the city. The entrance is right cross Davi's Fall and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-size rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all fours. This cave holds special value for Hindus since a phallic symbol of lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered. An entrance fee os Rs. 5 is charged and taking picture insides the cave is prohibited.Mahendra Guffa (Cave)- It is another interesting natural 
site across the Seti river past Batulichaur Village in the north of Pokhara Village. It is one of the stalactite caves found in Nepal. As the cave has not yet been well explored, it is worth while to explore the interior.
site across the Seti river past Batulichaur Village in the north of Pokhara Village. It is one of the stalactite caves found in Nepal. As the cave has not yet been well explored, it is worth while to explore the interior.KI Sing Bridge and Seti River - Seti River is a narrow but dee
p river in Pokhara. It is just a meter wide. KI Singh, who was the late Prime Minster of Nepal, jumped across the river before the construction of the bridge. After the construction of the bridge and due to the traditions of that time, it is called KI Singh Bridge and it is beleived that this is the shortest bridge of the world over such a big river.
p river in Pokhara. It is just a meter wide. KI Singh, who was the late Prime Minster of Nepal, jumped across the river before the construction of the bridge. After the construction of the bridge and due to the traditions of that time, it is called KI Singh Bridge and it is beleived that this is the shortest bridge of the world over such a big river.Tibetian Village - There are two Tibetian villages in the vicinity of Pokhara. One of them is called Tashiling and the other villages nam
e is Tashi Palkhel. Tashiling is in the south past Patale Chhango. Tashi Palkhel is towards the north of Pokhara. The Tibetan people living in these villages keep themselves busy by producing and trading in woolen carpets and other handicraft items.
e is Tashi Palkhel. Tashiling is in the south past Patale Chhango. Tashi Palkhel is towards the north of Pokhara. The Tibetan people living in these villages keep themselves busy by producing and trading in woolen carpets and other handicraft items.Other Activities in Pokhara
* Trekking - For some, Pokhara is the starting or ending point for a trek into the Annapurna region, one of the most popular trekking regions of 
Nepal. The weeklong trek northwest from Pokhara up the Kali Gandaki River to Jomsom passes up through one of the deepest valleys in the world. It you continue onward to over 5400 meters to Thorang- La , you can circumambulate the Annapurna Range concluding the 300+ kilometer trek.
Nepal. The weeklong trek northwest from Pokhara up the Kali Gandaki River to Jomsom passes up through one of the deepest valleys in the world. It you continue onward to over 5400 meters to Thorang- La , you can circumambulate the Annapurna Range concluding the 300+ kilometer trek.The popular treks in the region are: Royal trek, President trek, Ghorepani trek, Ghandrung trek, Siklis, Muktinath/ Jomsom trek Annapurna Sanctuary, Round Annapurna, etc.
* Rafting - Among the most popular rivers from Pokhara are the Kali Gandaki for 3 days, Marshyangdi for 5 days or Seti and Trisuli.
* Begnas Lake and Rupa Lake - A fifteen Kilometer drive east of the town lies two fasciniting lakes which are less visited and is an alternative to Fewa Tal. A hike to Panchabhaiya brings yo
u to the twin lakes.
u to the twin lakes.
* Paragliding
* Pony treks
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