Visit Nepal

Architectural Marvels
 

• Kathmandu, Patan, & Bhaktapur
these three royal cities of the Kathmandu valley each have superb World Heritage-Listed Squares, where centuries-old palaces bear testimony to the strength of Newari culture.

• Buddhist Stupas the Stupas of Swayambhunath and Boudha (also known as Bodhnath), close to Kathmandu, are fine examples of Buddhist temple architecture and are great place to observe Buddhist religion.


Traveler Hang-Outs
 

• Pokhara
It's hard to go past Pokhara, with its lakeside location, relaxed atmosphere and potential for exploration on foot or by boat.

• Freak Street In Kathmandu, Freak St has been on the overland trail for the best part of 30 years. Although now a shadow of its former self, it still conjures up images of hippies and hashish.


Adrenaline Fixes




• Bungee Jumping
try the highest commercial bungee jump on earth at the Last Resort, close to the Tibetan border north-east of Kathmandu.

• White Water Rafting a highlight of travel to Nepal is white-water rafting on some of the world's wildest rivers. Kayaking is rapidly gaining in popularity too.

• Parasailing near the lake Pokhara, parasailing is one of the latest ways to get high in Nepal.
  Hot-Air Ballooning a dawn ride above the Katmandu Valley is a little more sedate than parasailing, but is nevertheless a superb experience-there's the added bonus of excellent views of the Himalaya.


Wildlife Adventures


• Elephant Safaris in the Royal Bardia and royal national parks, an elephant safari is a superb way to track the elusive royal Bengal tiger or the sometimes aggressive Indian one-horned rhinoceros.

• Koshi Tappu
Wildlife Reserve in the eastern Terai, this reserve has a high concentration of migratory birds and is well off the tourist circuit, making it an ideal escape from the crowds.