Nepal ๐ Pokhara, the Capital of Freedom
๐๏ธPokhara, the second largest city in Nepal and the country's most renowned scenic spot, is located on the Pokhara Valley at the southern foot of the Himalayas in central Nepal, approximately 200 kilometers east of Kathmandu. Sitting at an altitude of 900 meters, its basic terrain consists of low hills and wide, flat river valleys.๐ด Pokhara (also translated as Pokhara) is Nepal's most famous scenic destination. Its climate is similar to that of Guangdong. ๐ โ โ With an altitude of over 800 meters and an urban population of less than 100,000, it is much quieter than the bustling Kathmandu.๐ Especially as Pokhara lies in the Himalayan valley, nestled under the snow-capped Annapurna and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) peaks all year round, and adjacent to the charming Phewa Lake, the lush vegetation and magnificent snow-capped mountain scenery form a striking contrast, making it one of Nepal's most popular tourist destinations.๐ฐ Attractions Introduction ๐ Phewa Lake: A royal resort in Nepal, with the Nepalese king's palace located right on the southern shore of the lake. As Nepal's second-largest lake, it covers an area of about 6 square kilometers.โ ๐ณ๐ณ It is Pokhara's most charming tourist attraction. In the evening, the golden sunset over the opposite Annapurna snow-capped mountains is reflected in the lake. You can lie on the shore or sit in a boat to slowly enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain scenery. Paragliding: Pokhara's paragliding is quite famous. From the moment I entered Nepal, I plucked up the courage to take a paragliding ride. ๐ฒ๐ฒ When the paragliding company's car drove us up to Sarangkot Mountain, I hesitated all the way, feeling a bit scaredโshould I do it or not? ๐๐ After observing for a while at the top, it seemed safe. If I didn't do it this time, I might miss the chance for a lifetime!๐ญ ๐ฒWorld Peace Pagoda: This pure white tower can be seen from the edge of Phewa Lake, standing amid the greenery of the Queen's Forest. The stupa is entirely white, with a Buddha statue on each of its four sides, built by four countries respectively: a sitting Buddha from Japan, a standing Buddha from Nepal, a Buddha's enlightenment statue from Sri Lanka, and a reclining Buddha (Nirvana) from Thailand.๐๐ There are many other interesting places in Pokhara.โก 7 Famous Attractions to Check In: ๐ Phewa Lake ๐ Barali Temple (Shakti Temple) ๐ World Peace Pagoda ๐ Davis Falls ๐ Sarangkot ๐ Fish Tail Lodge ๐ Accommodation in Pokhara: It is recommended to stay near Phewa Lake, where there are many hotels, homestays, and hostels to choose from. ๐๐ The bus station is 2-3 kilometers from the center of Pokhara.โ๏ธ ๐ Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara: Over 200 kilometers, with a driving time of 9-10 hours. The road conditions are relatively poor. The ticket price at the bus station is 1200 Nepalese rupees, which is approximately 66 RMB based on an exchange rate of 18.๐๏ธ๐๏ธ ๐ค How to take the bus?๐๐ In Kathmandu, search for ๐ New Bus Park and buy tickets directly there. It is 2 kilometers from Thamel, and a taxi ride costs 300-400 Nepalese rupees.๐๐ ๐๐You can buy tickets for early buses and night buses here (you can also ask a travel agency to help purchase tickets, which is more convenient). ๐ Hope this helps everyone.๐ #Nepal#Pokhara