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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!

Pharping

At 18km from Kathmandu, Pharping is a peaceful village that boasts a magnificent view of the Himalayas.

Dakshinkali

Situated 20km South of Kathmandu, Dakshin Kali is a site of great importance to Hinduism in Nepal.

Kirtipur

Kirtipur is a small city whose historical sector, built on the summit of a hill, contains many craftsmen and medieval temples. It lies in the Kathmandu Valley.

Namo Buddha

The famous monastery between Dhulikhel and Panauti.

Balthali

Balthali is a peaceful village in the Newar community. It is located in the basin of the Kathmandu Valley at an altitude of around 1,700 metres.

Terai

TeraÏ is a region situated in the south of the country. Being on the Nepalese/Indian border it's home to Taru ethnic groups.

Himalaya

In Sanskrit, the Himalayas means "abode of snow". This group of mountains covers an area of more than 600,000 km² and is home to the highest summits in the world (14 of its summits are more than 8,000 metres high).

Kopan

A Buddhist monastery, Kopan is also a cult place of education open to all.

Sarangkot

Sarangkot is a small village that sits on a hill close to Pokhara and boasts magnificent views of the Annapurnas range.

Vallée de Katmandou

In the Katmandou valley, there are as many districts as there are towns. Each site in the area surrounding Katmandou, which makes up the Katmandou Valley, offers a unique experience that you should not pass up, under any circumstance, during your holiday in Nepal.