Gaun Ghar — Hotel in Bandipur

Meal of the Century. 坐看雲起時 食之禪悅

The owner if this restaurant is the 5th generation of merchants here. His great grand father used to take the train to Mumbai to purchase Italian fabric among other merchandise, and then about 50 porters would meet him at the border of India and carry them back here in 2-3 day's walk. They also got leather-related goods and gold from Tibet and retailers from 4 neighboring states would come here to buy products. They figured using mud and bricks to support timber would make sturdy architecture. The local set lunch was such a wonderfully delicious surprise that I left nothing on the plates. It was mild enough to my taste and yet with a variety of harmoniously presented spices. The yogurt with crushed pan-fried peanuts was such a perfect finale of this grand feast. I was not terribly stuffed, yet so sustaining that I wasn't hungry 9 hours after the meal! This utmost enjoyable meal revealed the possibility of union of the body, mind, and spirit, as well as the action, speech, and thoughts. What an...

Guan Ghar is an absolutely stunning hotel, built in traditional Nepali style. The views from our window were unbelievable. Nitu and the staff were super friendly and a lot of fun, and the food was the best we’d tasted in Nepal. Don’t miss the Sikarni!

There’s lots to see around Bandipur, its a beautiful village - very clean and calming. Would highly recommend, we’re already planning a return to Guan...

To experience an authentic stay at a traditional village home, with all the comforts of a hotel, visit this place! It's got pretty little details of yesteryears, the door latches, the cosy handwoven mats and fabrics... Don't miss out on a fabulous terraced dining experience looking out to the majestic Himalayan views! Experience Bandipur's quaintness in this...