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Best places to visit in Nepal

For decades, a trip to Nepal has been the dream; the ultimate goal of many people. It is a destination known the world over. Despite the devastating earthquake that his the country in Spring 2015, Nepal, also known as "the Home of the Gods", has quickly rebounded and a trip there is still extraordinary. Whatever you choose to do, you are bound to return from your trip a changed person.

Nepal is so diverse that it often feels like a thousand different destinations in one. To help you make your decisions, the entire Evaneos Travel family and those who love Nepal will share their experiences and provide advice as to the landmarks you just cannot miss out during your trip.

The capital city, Kathmandu, is a pure jewel. Nowhere else in the country will you experience such cultural diversity. It's quite easy to pass hours away on Durbar Square without even noticing the time go by. Pashupatinath is a sacred location with an absolutely incredible atmosphere. Many visitors say that they've never experienced such strong emotions than they did here. Also near the capital, Swayambhunath is an equally important religious centre, but this time of Buddhism. With its beautiful lake, Pokhara is not to be missed if you're keen on walking. It attracts hikers of all levels. The roof of the world, Mount Everest, is in fact not just for experienced mountaineers.

Besides these classic tourist attractions, the Durbar Square in Patan, the grand Stupa in Boudhanath and the typical mountain life in Gorkha are equally sensational landmarks for those looking to discover the profound, typical and authentic aspects of Nepal. A trip to Nepal is the ideal opportunity to follow the trails of a tiger in Chitwan National Park as well as in Badiya National Park.

So, it's now up to you to decide which of these ideas will inspire your upcoming trip to Nepal!

The Pashuppatinath Temple is one of the largest and most sacred of all of Nepal. It is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, and unfurls alongside the Bagmati river.
Only 8km from Kathmandu, Boudhanath is a very holy city steeped in Buddhism.
Phewa Tal, with reflective waters that are sometimes emerald, ochre, mauve or purple depending on the time of day, is the second largest lake in Nepal. Located in the Pokhara region, it is one of the main attractions for the people of the country.
Phedi is a small village situated near to Pokhara in central Nepal. It's an arrival/departure point along the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek.
Nayapul, a small mountain village , marks the start of the Annapurna balcony trek
On the road to Muktinath or on your return journey from a long trek in the Annapurna mountain range, Jharkot is a wonderful place for you to catch your breath.
Kande is the departure point for numerous treks in the Pokhara region, in particular the Annapurnas Sanctuary Trek.
Pothana is one of the first stops (or one of the latter, depending on the direction you take) on the trek that leads from Phedi to Annapurna Base Camp.
At 1,800m high, Jhinu Danda is a little village and stopover along the route that leads to the Annapurna base camp.
Deurali is one of the last steps before you get to Annapurna base camp if you are doing the Annapurna Sanctuary trek.
A village perched in the Himalayas and a stage for the walking tour of the Annapurna mountains.
Perched at a 1,700m, the Changu Narayan Temple is one of the Kathmandu's oldest sanctuaries. It's one of seven monuments that, in 1979, became UNESCO World Heritage Sites
A village that's a few kilometres from Pokhara and home to the famous World Peace Pagoda.
Situated in the TeraÏ, to the south of Nepal, the Chitwan National Park was the country's first national park. It's famous for being home to the magnificent Indian Rhino.
A little town on the Indian border, Lumbini is considered to be Buddha's birthplace. The holy site was made a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997.
Durbar Square in Kathmandu is opposite the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the former royal residence on which numerous pagodas have been constructed.
A national park in the southwest of the country that basks in a tropical climate perfect for safaris.
I visited Pashupatinath for the same reason I went to Benares and I certainly found what I was looking for. It's a temple dedicated to Shiva on the banks of the Bagmati River and a place where you can watch some startling ceremonies.
The stupa at Swayambunath is one of the most ancient and beautiful in the whole Kathmandu Valley. When you come here you get a sense of déjà vu, and with good reason: you must surely have seen photos of the famous eyes of Buddha before.
In the heart of the Annapurnas, a marvellous view point.
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