Tuesday 24 February 2015

Pokhara, a tourist paradise in Nepal

About Pokhara

Pokhara is a tourist paradise of Nepal. It is approx 200 kms west of Kathmandu and lies in Gandaki zone. It is easily accessible by road and flight from Kathmandu.
It has been a tourist jewel of Nepal since three out of ten highest mountains in the world – Dhaulagiri , Annapurna I and Manaslu are within the vicinity ( approx 30 miles ) of the city. This lovely town is admired by all tourists and offers lively views of Feva / Phewa lake and Annapurna range including it’s distinguishing feature , the Great “Fish Tail ” or Machhapuchhre Mountain , which lies close to city.
Viharin.com-Beautiful view in Pokhara
Beautiful view In Pokhara
Pokhara serves as first stop over or pre base camp for most of the trackers and mountaineers undertaking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal.
Pokhara has become an international tourist destination with views of whole Annapurna range of Himalyas, especially Machpussere – The “Fish-Tail” Mountain. On a clear day, one can actually see reflection of these ranges in Feva lake. Most of the hotels provide breathtaking views of the Feva lake and mountain ranges from the roof top itself.
Viharin.com- Blissful sunrise
Blissful sunrise at Sarangkot
Sarangkot is a small sleepy village and a hill station in Gandaki Zone , located approx 5 kms from lakeside , Pokhara. At a height of 1592 meters , it is considered one of the most scenic spots in Pokhara , renowned for its spectacular sunrise in the backdrop of Annapurna range of Great Himalyas. It offers glorious views of Annapurna range and landscapes around Pokhara valley.
The beauty of Sarangkot Sunrise lies in its panoramic view of the Dhaulagiri (8167 met), Annapurna Range including Machpussere – “Fish-Tail” Mountain (6997 met) along with Annapurmna II (7937 met) and III peaks.
Viharin.com- Annapurna range with Machchhapuchchre peak
Annapurna range with Machchhapuchchre peak
At the sunrise , Glowing up of snow capped peaks of Annapurna Himalyan range creates a spectacular view and certainly a most memorable one.
However , the most thrilling part of the scenic beauty is the view of majestic Himalyas reflecting sunrise , as most peaks facing sun glow with sunlight as sun rises.The fishtail mountain gives a truely majestic appearance and as the sun rises , it creates various hues and colours which turn on the applause from a patient audience.


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