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The most beautiful places in Nepal
Updated: 16.01.2021
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Nepal is the dream of any trekking and mountaineering lover. You will find amazing mountain views, glacier lakes or harsh canyons of Himalayan rivers. There are also beautiful Buddhist and Hindu sights, which are also worth visiting.

1.
Kala Patthar

The most beautiful outlook of the world

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| Altitude: 5 648 m / 18 530 ft

Kala Patthar is only insignificant grassy mountain with rocky top lying on the ridge falling sharply from massive Pumori. But it became famous thanks to incredible views of Mount Everest and surrounding mountains and because it is despite its high altitude relatively well accessible almost for any tourist.   continue reading

2.
Phoksundo Lake

The most beautiful Nepalese lake

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| Altitude: 3 620 m / 11 877 ft

Lake Phoksundo, located in the Shey Phoksundo National Park, is considered to be the most beautiful Nepalese lake. It lies at a high altitude of over 3,600 meters above sea level. It was created by a huge landslide, which created more than a hundred meters high dam. continue reading

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Pass Kongma la

The most beautiful pass in Khumbu

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| Altitude: 5 528 m / 18 136 ft

Kongma la pass (5 528 m asl) working as a link of Lobuche with Chhukhung belongs among the most beautiful tourist passes, over which you can pass in the area of Khumbu. The peaks including Makalu are absolutely breathtaking. In addition, there are only a few tourists.   continue reading

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Tilicho Lake

Lake in the shadow of Himalayas

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| Altitude: 4 916 m / 16 129 ft

If you walk away from the main circuit of the trek around Annapurnas and come to this magical lake, you will enjoy one of the most beautiful hike you can experience throughout Nepal. Large lake lying at an altitude of nearly five thousand meters above sea level is surrounded on one side by arid eroded hills and from the other side rises invincible wall of Tilicho peak.   continue reading

5.
Annapurna Base Camp

Base Camp under the monumental wall

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| Altitude: 4 122 m / 13 524 ft

The path to the Annapurna I base camp is one of the most classic and most visited treks from Pokhara. From the BC is an absolutely stunning view of the impressive wall of this eight-thousand-mile mountain. continue reading

6.
Tserko Ri

Altitude: 4 985 m / 16 355 ft

Tserko Ri (4,985 m above sea level) is the most popular and highest tourist destination in the Langtang Valley. The views from the top are really breathtaking. Expect 4–5 hours to ascend from the tourist village of Kyanjin Gompy (3,860 m above sea level) continue reading

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Gokyo Ri

Interesting prospect not only on Everest

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| Altitude: 5 357 m / 17 575 ft

Mountain Gokyo Ri is the second most famous tourist prospects in the Khumbu region (after Kala Patthar). You will see here the whole glacier Ngozumpa with Cho Oyu on horizon, beautiful mountains lika Cholatse and Taboche. The most interesting peak which you will see is Mount Everest. continue reading

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Kicho tal Lake

Lake with stunning views of Annapurna

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| Altitude: 4 618 m / 15 151 ft

Lake Kicho tal is one of the most beautiful places you can visit on the trek around Annapuren. However, since it is high off the main route (1100 meters above the Marsyangdi valley), it is not so frequently visited continue reading

9.
Everest Base Camp

The real starting point to Mount Everest

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| Altitude: 5 280 m / 17 323 ft

Directly on Khumbu glacier, at an altitude of about 5280m asl, is located Everest Base Camp. This is real starting point for climbers and last point for trekkers. Surrounding views is definitely worth it for visit. continue reading

10.
Boudhanath stupa

The Most Holy Buddhist Temple in Kathmandu

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| Altitude: 1 360 m / 4 462 ft

One of the most interesting places in the entire Kathmandu Basin is the Boudhanath Stupa. Stupa is located in the center of a small square, adjacent to a beautiful Buddhist monastery. Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere behind the melody of monotonous Buddhist music. continue reading

11.
Thorong la pass

The highest place of Annapurna trek

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| Altitude: 5 416 m / 17 769 ft

Thorong la pass (Thorung la) (5 416 m asl) is probably the most famous pass throughout Nepal. It is said to be the highest „tourist“ place throughout the country, which is not correct. But the truth is that you can cross it in sandals if the weather is good, because the path over it is neither steep nor narrow and trade caravans from Tibet used to walk this way. But it certainly cannot be underestimated, because it had several times become a trap for tourists in a snow storm (see the recent disaster of October 14, 2014). continue reading

12.
Pashupatinah Temple

Nepalese Varanasi

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| Altitude: 1 315 m / 4 314 ft

The holiest Hindu temple in Nepal is such a miniature analogy to Indian Varanasi. In the Ghat are burned dead, unfortunately, in a bit of undignified atmosphere with foreign tourists making photos. Besides, it is a very interesting architectural complex that stretches along both sides of the sacred river Bagmati. continue reading

13.
Famous view of Dhaulagiri

Prospects from Kobang and Larjung

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| Altitude: 2 563 m / 8 409 ft

The Kobang and Larjung villages in the Kali Gandagi Valley are not in themselves very interesting. But the reason to stop here is great – the monumental Dhaulagiri rises above them more than 5.5 kilometers continue reading

14.
Lookout from Poon Hill

The majestic view of the Dhaulagiri

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| Altitude: 3 176 m / 10 420 ft

One of the short treks you can take around Pokhara is ascent to Poon Hill. Otherwise, the insignificant hill is famous for its stunning views of Dhaulagiri and many other beautiful mountains. continue reading

15.
Tsarang

Magical village in Mustang

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| Altitude: 3 570 m / 11 713 ft

Tsarang (sometimes written as Charang) is a Buddhist town set in the magical landscape of Upper Mustang. A beautiful gompa rises above the city, and there are interesting weathered rocks nearby continue reading

16.
Kyangin Ri

Easily accessible viewpoint in the Langtang valley

Altitude: 4 604 m / 15 105 ft

Kyangin Ri (4,604m) is probably the most accessible view from Kyanjin Gompa. The ascent route starts right in the village and leads in serpentines directly up first to the rock pulpit Lower Kyangin Ri (4,300 m above sea level) and then even higher to the main peak. The views from both peaks are absolutely amazing and worth the effort continue reading

17.
Bhaktapur

The most beautiful Nepalese royal city

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| Altitude: 1 336 m / 4 383 ft

Bhaktapur, located only a short distance east of Kathmandu, is due to its historic center, taken as the most beautiful city of Nepal. You will find here typical examples of Newara architecture. The most famous place is Tamaudhi Square with the pagoda-like temple of Nyatpola continue reading

18.
Chorten above Ghyaru

Amazing view of Annapurna

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| Altitude: 3 977 m / 13 048 ft

From chorten above the village of Ghyaru you have the great view of Annapurnas range, and the entire Marsyangdi valley. In addition, it is a poorly-visited prospect, so there is quite and peace continue reading

19.
Swayambhunath Stupa

Sacred Monkey Temple

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| Altitude: 1 400 m / 4 593 ft

Stupa Swayambhunath is one of the three most important religious sites in Kathmandu. Thanks to its location on the top of a high hill, it is also a distinct dominant of the city. Besides its architecture it is interesting for tourists thanks to the dozens of monkeys that live here and attract delicacies. continue reading

20.
Patan

The former royal town

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| Altitude: 1 314 m / 4 311 ft

Patan was formerly a separate royal city, today it is essentially just the southern suburb of Kathmandu. The Durbar Square is a great showcase of Newara architecture and is worth a visit while staying in Kathmandu continue reading

21.
View from Sarangkot

The famous view of the Annapurnas

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| Altitude: 1 539 m / 5 049 ft

Perhaps the most popular prospect of Annapurna near Pokhara is the Sarangkot hill lying to the north of the city. Deep below you will be the wide valley of the Seti River, and the whole horizon is beckoned by Annapurnas headed by the beautiful Machhapuchhre continue reading

22.
Chitwan

Kingdom of Animals

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The lowland, flat, and agricultural south of Nepal Terai was formerly the only malaria seedlings. Nowadays, tourists are attracted by national parks and protected reserves, where rhinos and tigers can be seen. The most important of these is Chitwan, the oldest national park in Nepal. The northern boundary of the park is the East Rapti River. South of it is the subtropical jungle and hills of the Sivalik Mountains. In this national park you will enjoy elephant rides, cruises along the Rapti River continue reading

23.
Durbar square at Kathamndu

Kathmandu Historical Center

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| Altitude: 1 310 m / 4 298 ft

The historical center of Kathmandu is undoubtedly Durbar Square full of Hindu temples. More than a classic square reminds of the tangle of several streets. Unfortunately, this city center was ugly damaged during the earthquake in 2015 and slowly restored to its original beauty. continue reading

24.
Lake Phewa

Mirror for Annapurnas

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| Altitude: 800 m / 2 625 ft

The most famous Nepalese lake Phewa, on whose shore lies the tourist town of Pokhara, is famous for the mirroring of Annapurnas and „fishtail“ Machhapuchchhre. You can undertake several nice hikes in the surrounding mountains that tower almost directly from the water. The most popular activity on the lake itself is cruising in the boats and admiring mountain views. continue reading

25.
Rice fields at Bahundanda

The most beautiful rice fields

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| Altitude: 1 200 m / 3 937 ft

The most beautiful rice fields on the trek around Annapuren, you will find around the Bahundan village. On both sides of the ridge are wonderful photogenic fields of rice, some of the most interesting that you can see in Nepal. continue reading

26.
Tangbu pass (4,315 m above sea level)

View on the way to the challenging Ganja la saddle

Altitude: 4 315 m / 14 157 ft

This small pass is not marked on every map. However, it lies on the road that leads to the demanding 5,000-strong Ganja la saddle and it is a really great view. Orientation is especially challenging from the edge of the hike, when you have to hit the right path through the rhododendron forest. After about three hours of walking from Kyanjin Gompa, it will stand on top of it and enjoy the views. Right next to it are places to camp for those who undertake a two-day crossing Ganja la continue reading

27.
World Peace Pagoda

View of Lake Phewa

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| Altitude: 1 094 m / 3 589 ft

The World Peace Pagoda, along with the Sarangkot Hill, is the most popular viewpoint on the Himalayas near Pokhara. At the same time it is a nice starting point for hiking on the mountain ridge of Nehyeaal Danda. continue reading

28.
Khumbu glacier

The most famous glacier in Nepal

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| Altitude: 5 100 m / 16 732 ft

The most famous glacier in Nepal – Khumbu has only about twelve kilometers in length, which is not much compared with other glaciers. You can find longer even in the European Alps. But it is interesting mainly due to so-called Khumbu Icefall  – very dangerous part of the ascent route to Mount Everest. It is also quite wide, in some places it has about a kilometer in width. continue reading

29.
Kirtipur

Ancient city on the hill

Altitude: 1 395 m / 4 577 ft

West of Kathmandu, just behind the city bypass, you will find the interesting historic city of Kirtipur. Due to the fact that it is significantly less visited by tourists, for example, compared to Bhaktapur, you will find a more authentic atmosphere here. Chilandeo Stupa, Bagh Bhairav Hindu Temple, and Uma Maheshwor Temple are local attractions. In addition, the city has a beautiful view of the Kathmandu Basin continue reading

30.
Gorkha

The former main kingdom of Nepal

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| Altitude: 1 109 m / 3 638 ft

Gorkha was the most important city in Nepal. Now it is a sleepy city where you barely find a tourist since the beginning of the Manaslu trek became from Arughat Bazaar. You will find here several historic buildings and a beautiful Himalayan view from the ridge above the city continue reading

31.
Changu Narayan

The oldest temple in Nepal

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| Altitude: 1 522 m / 4 993 ft

Changu Narayan is a major Hindu temple located near Kathmandu and the tourist center of Bhaktapur. Due to its importance, it belongs to the UNESCO list. It is considered the oldest temple in Nepal continue reading

32.
Garden of Dreams in Kathmandu

The quietest place in Kathmandu

Altitude: 1 305 m / 4 281 ft

Right in the bustling and crowded center of Kathmandu you can find a beautiful and quiet place, such an oasis of peace – the Garden of Dreams. After the hurried Thamel, this palace garden is a complete balm for the soul continue reading

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