This is one of the 106th sacred Muktichhetra (assured of salvation) of 108 sacred place of Vaishnavs, where Lord Vishnu got free from the curse of Sati. Here is a largest Shaligram. Here is also a Jwaladevi, a divine flame is continuously burning since thousands of year. This pagoda -shaped temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu situated at an altitude of 3800 m. Set into the wall around 108 water spouts from which pour holy water.
Devghat : Devghat is a confluence of river Trishuli and river Kaligandaki and is very significant religious Triveni. It is 6 Km north of Narayanghat.
Friday, December 11, 2009
Nepal: Tigers & Mountains
Closed to the outside world from the mid-19th century until the early 1050’s Nepal was regarded as a mysterious land shrouded in myths and legends. Explore Nepal’s ancient cities of Kathmandu and Patan, where legend has it that the pagoda was invented and later exported to China and Japan. Your adventure continues at Tiger Tops in the Royal Chitwan National Park. One of Asia’s richest and most spectacular wildlife sanctuaries, it is home to the Royal Bengal Tiger and the one-horned rhinoceros. Activities at the lodge include wildlife viewing by elephant back, landrover drives, boat trips, jungle treks, bird watching excursions and an evening slide show.
Highlights
Explore the hidden splendors of Kathmandu’s Durbar Square, site of the ‘Kumari’ or living goddess.
Visit Patan’s Durbar Square and its beautifully refurbished museum of Nepalese antiquities.
Track the elusive Bengal Tiger on elephant back through the lush Royal Chitwan National Park.
View Mt. Everest on a private mountain flight (optional
Everest Base Camp trek
*Starting Price: $1335
Outline Itinerary
- Trip Length: 20 days
- Activities: Trekking, Sightseeing
- Difficulty: Moderate to Adventurous
- Max Elevation : 5,550m/18,204ft at Kalapathar
- Trekking Style: Teahouse trekking
- Meal: Full board on trek, Breakfast at Kathmandu
- Accommodation: Hotel/Lodge
- Transportation: Flight & private vehicle
- Best Month: Sept - Nov & Mar - May
- Group Size: 2-10 persons
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
- Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
- Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) & trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), 3-4 hrs walk
- Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6 hrs walk
- Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
- Day 06: Namche to Khumjung (3,790m/12,431ft), 4-5 hrs walk
- Day 07: Khumjung to Phortse (3,840m/12,595ft), 5-6 hrs walk
- Day 08: Phortse to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft), 5-6 hrs walk
- Day 09: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
- Day 10: Dingboche to Dungla (4620m/15,158ft), 3-4 hours walk
- Day 11: Dungla to Lobuche (4,928m/16164 ft), 2-3 hrs walk
- Day 12: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,160m/16,929ft) & hike to Kalapatthar (5,550m/18,204ft), 5-6 hrs walk
- Day 13: Gorekshep to Everest Base Camp (5,316m/17,437ft) to Gorekshep, 4-5 hrs walk
- Day 14: Gorekshep to Pheriche (4,200m/13,776ft), 5-6 hrs walks
- Day 15: Pheriche to Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft), 4-5 hrs walk
- Day 16: Tyangboche to Monjo ((2680M/8791ft), 5-6 hrs walk
- Day 17: Monjo to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 4-5 hrs walk
- Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu
- Day 19: Leisure at Kathmandu
- Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Everest Base Camp Trek
The Everest Base Camp trek is without no doubt one of the most famous trekking destination of the world. This Everest Base Camp trek takes you into the heart of the Nepalese Himalaya, with awe-inspiring views of many of the world's highest and most beautiful mountains. Our Everest Base Camp trek itinerary is differently tailored & designed including some remote trails along the hidden valleys which provide an opportunity to feel with dramatic scenic mountain villages, local peoples, their richest culture and traditions and Himalayan valleys with beautiful views of the high snow capped peaks of the Khumbu region. This Everest base camp trek itinerary is carefully designed with keeping maximum acclimatization days en route to ensure you that you would have plentiful time to acclimatize and adopt the altitude comfortably, thereby enjoying the trekking experience to the full. Everest Base Camp trek is not the technical trekking but required good health with moderate fitness.
After exploring some heritage sites in Kathmandu, we take a Trans Himalayan flight to the mountain airstrip at Lukla from where your wonderful journey to Everest Base Camp begins. This itinerary will takes you passing through many typical Sherpa villages, including the famous trading town of Namche Bazaar, as well as visiting the biggest Buddhist monastery and finally takes you up to the famous view point of Kala Patther (5,550m/18,204ft) and incredible Everest Base Camp (5360/17,580ft) itself.
Sample day on "Everest Base Camp Trek"
Our trek is managed by a team of professionally trained Leader/guide responsible for all aspects of the running of the trek. Our special departure trek is well versed in the culture and natural history of the Himalayas. Your day starts with a cup of hot tea served in your room by early morning. A member of the trekking staff followed by a bowl of hot washing water, after which you will be required to pack your luggage and the porters loaded whilst we are having breakfast. After breakfast we set off on the trail, enjoying the pleasant cool of the morning. Your day's trek involves navigating numerous picturesque forests, hills, mountains and the local villages for approx the next three hours. Around mid-day we usually stop for a pleasant spot along the way for lunch. Your midday lunch break usually lasts around an hour and is a time to relax, pop the boots off and air those feet! Plenty of time is allowed for photograph in the route. After lunch you'll walk another two to three hours or so, before you stop for the night. You have enough time to change, freshen up, before exploring an area in evening.
Each evening is spent as per your interest, reading or chatting with the fellow trekkers and crew members or a pack of cards is an advantage; the crew love teaching various Nepali card games and learning new Western games. Our porters and Sherpa's also like to have singing and dancing competitions in which they love you to join in! After dinner, our trek leader will brief you about your next day plan and finally, it's off to bed for a well deserved night's rest before you start it all again.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) & trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), 3-4 hrs walk
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Day 06: Namche to Khumjung (3,790m/12,431ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Day 07: Khumjung to Phortse (3,840m/12,595ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 08: Phortse to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 09: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
Day 10: Dingboche to Dungla (4620m/15,158ft), 3-4 hours walk
Day 11: Dungla to Lobuche (4,928m/16164 ft), 2-3 hrs walk
Day 12: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,160m/16,929ft) & hike to Kalapatthar (5,550m/18,204ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 13: Gorekshep to Everest Base Camp (5,316m/17,437ft) to Gorekshep, 4-5 hrs walk
Day 14: Gorekshep to Pheriche (4,200m/13,776ft), 5-6 hrs walks
Day 15: Pheriche to Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Day 16: Tyangboche to Monjo ((2680M/8791ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Day 17: Monjo to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 19: Leisure at Kathmandu
Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu
Detail Itinerary for Everest Base Camp Trek
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Welcome to Himalayan country of Nepal. Upon on your arrival at the Tribhuvan intl. airport our representative welcomes you and assists to transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, evening we'll meet and brief you about your trip and take you for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
After breakfast the day will start with our guided trip to cultural world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley; the pilgrimage sites of Hindus temple Pashupatinath, the world biggest Bouddhanath stupa and visit Swyambhunath Stupa also known as monkey temple. After exploring the surrounding areas visit historical Kathmandu Durbar Square with temple, unique architectures and Kumari (living goddess). Evening pre-trip discussion and introduce our fellow trekking staff for your adventure trip. Over night at Kathmandu hotel
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) & trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft), 3-4 hrs walk
Early morning we fly from Kathmandu to the tiny airstrip at Lukla for about 40 minutes scenic flight; you will have time to stroll around, while the guide sort and divide the load baggage to be carried by porters. After we start our walking from Lukla passing through several Sherpa villages and few suspension bridges and reach Phakding, a dense settlement of Sherpa peoples for overnight. As this is your first day of the trek at Everest, we hike only for 3 to 4 hours and take time for adopting walking. Evening relax or explore remaining time strolling around this Sherpa village. Over night at Phakding
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft), 5-6 hrs walk
After breakfast we will continue up the bank of the Dudh Kosi, crossing it twice by small suspension bridges before reaching the village of Monjo the entrance gate of the Sagarmatha National Park. When enter the National park boundary we descend, a gradual walk brings us to the suspension bridge over the Bhote-Koshi river to Jorsalle village, the last village till Namche Bazaar. After walking for sometimes in riverside, we will reach Hilary suspension bridge and walk ascent to a top of big hill Namche for few hours which is our stop for this day. Namche is a prosperous trading town and the capital of the Khumbu Region. Over night at Namche
Day 05: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
We do required a acclimatization day at this altitude to adopt high altitude before heading up to high elevation so today will be our first acclimatization day in this trek. You will have full day leisure or visit Everest View Point hotel for wonderful panoramic view or take a short hike to Thame village or stroll around the market as per your wish. If this is a Saturday; one can see the lively & colorful market of Namche as Saturday used to be a typical days for peoples for shopping, exchanging and sailing their goods. Also you can visit Sherpa Museum as well a great place to learn Sherpa culture and history of mountaineering and stroll back to hotel for overnight.
Day 06: Namche to Khumjung (3,790m/12,431ft), 4-5 hrs walk
After strolling enough time at Namche; we take a short hike up to Syangboche airstrip passing through the Thamo village and take a easy walk enjoying the superb scenery of the beautiful Mountains till reaching Khumjung. Here we can visit Khunde Hospital running by Sir Edmund Hillary of Canadian foundation, which is the biggest hospital in Khumbu region. You have time to explore the surrounding area as visit Hillary school and Monastery with Yeti scalps and enjoy the beauty with Sherpa people. Over night at Khumjung
Day 07: Khumjung to Phortse (3,840m/12,595ft), 5-6 hrs walk
This day we start our walking down for half an hour and take a separate trail than the busy trail of Everest towards to Phortse village which is the gat way for Gokyo lake and Gokyo Ri. Phortse which is quite out of touristic areas but can be found some lodges with beneath the towering majestic beautiful peak Ama Dablam, Mt. Lhotse and Lhotse Shar towards north east and more peaks all around you. Machharmo & Kyajo Ri peak can be seen beautifully from this village and the best Himalayan wildlife can be seen from your hotel windows eg Pheasant, Musk deer and Thar.
Day 08: Phortse to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Our walk of today start with the pleasant forested hills side, enjoying the wonderful Mt views on right hand side of us. The great view of the mighty peaks of Ama Dablam, Nuptse and Lhotse with view of the eastern snow capped mountains including the Island peak (Imjatse 6,189m), which is a popular peak amongst all the trekking peaks in Nepal. Dingboche is the gateway to Chukung and further beyond for the most challenging traverses towards Makalu area and Hinko Valley via Sherpani col 6,100m and Amphu Laptsa pass 5,780m.
Day 09: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
Today is another rest day for acclimatization at Dingboche. You may explore Dingboche itself or take a day hike to Chhukung (4,730m) which is worthwhile which takes 3-4 hours from Dingboche, towards east within the Imjatse Valley, although the trek is gradual, however you can feel the thin air as the altitude gains slowly coming towards Chhukung. At Chhukung, there are few teahouses overlooking superb view of the snow capped peaks and glaciers of Lhotse, Ama-Dablam and Imja glacier, Chhukung valley is the last settlement in eastern Khumbu region. Return back to Dingboche for overnight.
Day 10: Dingboche to Dungla (4620m/15,158ft), 3-4 hours walk
Our walk from this stage is more smooth and slow as we are already in a high elevation walk. We take a short hike to Duglha (4,620m/15,158ft) where we will stay for overnight today. Remaining time relax and acclimatize. From here you would have stunning views of Tawachee and Cholatse (64440m).
Day 11: Dungla to Lobuche (4,928m/16164 ft), 2-3 hrs walk
Today we climb steadily to reach a ridge with a line of memorial cairns, built in memory of Sherpa?s and other climbers who have died on various Everest expeditions over the last 50 years. From here the view is spectacular; Pumori (7145m), Lingtren (6697m), Khumbutse (6623m), and, across the border in Tibet, Changtse (7550m) are seen at the head of the valley, whilst Everest is hidden behind the towering walls of Nuptse and Lhotse. We then follow the valley stream for an hour to reach Lobuje for overnight. Altitude effects can be seen here.
Day 12: Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,160m/16,929ft) & hike to Kalapatthar (5,550m/18,204ft), 5-6 hrs walk
From Lobuche; we continue our trek in a windy and rocky path for some hours to reach Gorekshep. After check in the hotel at Gorekshep we continue climb to the top of Kalapatthar (the famous view point). This small peak offers the best views of Mt. Everest, Pumori, Lhotse and Nuptse and Ama Dablam in your touching hands. Stroll back to Gorekshep for overnight.
Day 13: Gorekshep to Everest Base Camp (5,316m/17,437ft) to Gorekshep, 4-5 hrs walk
Today after breakfast our adventure continues towards Everest Base Camp and to the Khumbu Ice-fall. The trail passes through over rocky dunes and moraine and streams, till you reach the base camp. In Everest Base Camp the climbers gather for summiting Everest during the high expedition season. You will have plenty of time to explore around at this highest base camp of Mt. Everest & its wonderful surrounding. Evening; we return back to Gorakshep for overnight.
Day 14: Gorekshep to Pheriche (4,200m/13,776ft), 5-6 hrs walks
If any one interested; they can make an early hike up to Kalapathar once again or if your previous hike to Kalapathar was not clear due to weather conditions; we hike to this hill once again in this morning for the stunning sunrise views of Everest and its surrounding mountain views. After breakfast we walk down to Pheriche for the overnight.
Day 15: Pheriche to Tyangboche (3,867m/12684ft), 4-5 hrs walk
After breakfast we follows on the gradual downhill with overlooking magnificent view of the great Himalaya. The last trail leads 30 minutes uphill through the forested path to reach Tyangboche. This is one of the most beautiful places in the Himalaya the first thing that comes to your eye is the big Tyangboche Monastery, with its stunning background of Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest and other peaks. Explore monastery and its surrounding and over night at Tyangboche.
Day 16: Tyangboche to Monjo ((2680M/8791ft), 5-6 hrs walk
After breakfast trek down to Phunkethanga a small settlement with couple of teahouses. From here the trail leads uphill through the forested path with great memories and after crossing the local wooden bridge over the Dudh Koshi river trek onwards to steep climb to Sanasa to Namche bazzar and trek further down to Monjo for overnight stay.
Day 17: Monjo to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Today our hike is very easy, little up and down hills, follow the same way we trekked at the 1st day to reach Lukla. It will take about 4 to 5 hours to be back to Lukla. Refreshed up; your guide will re-confirm your flight of next day morning. You will have time to stroll around. Evening enjoy the last celebration dinner with your trek crew member and overnight at Hotel.
Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu
This is a day to exit yourself from mountain after this wonderful hike to Everest. An early morning flight will take you back to Kathmandu airport and our guide transfer you to your hotel. You may have time to relax after long journey and take back your breath and rest at your hotel. Evening we meet, commence about your trip.
Day 19: Leisure at Kathmandu
It is also a spare day in case of bad weather in Lukla. At this pleasant day, you may have full day leisure at your own. Explore the Thamel main down town for last day shopping and evening Nepal Vision will meet you again and host a last farewell dinner at one of the typical Nepalese restaurant. Over night at Kathmandu
Day 20: Departure from Kathmandu
Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives until your departure flight/drive or to commence any extra trips or activities you may have booked with us. If departing, you'll be transferred to the International airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination. And our trip ends here.
We wish you a wonderful Himalayan adventure with us!
Introduction to A(H1N1) virus
Influenza A (H1N1)
Influenza A (H1N1) is an influenza virus, which has been reported as a cause of illness and death in people. It was earlier known as Swine Flu. Originating in Mexico in April 2009, the virus has since spread to many countries worldwide. Early laboratory testing showed that many genes in this virus were similar to those found in pigs of North America, which is why the illness was originally called Swine Flu. Later on, further tests proved that this virus has gene segments from the swine, avian and human flu virus genes. This led scientists to discard the previous name and rename the virus the 'Influenza-A (H1N1) Virus'. Swine Flu- More details... (External website that opens in a new window)
Symptoms of Influenza A (H1N1)
The symptoms of Influenza A (H1N1) are similar to the symptoms of regular seasonal flu. People who have this illness may experience fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some patients have also reported diarrhoea and vomiting.
The flu virus is thought to spread from person to person through droplets that come out of an infected person's nose or mouth when he/she sneezes or coughs. Pigs have nothing to do with this disease. Pork products are absolutely safe if properly cooked and culling of pigs is not needed.
Commons Precautions
Here are some precautions to prevent contraction of the virus -
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Discard the tissue after use.
Wash your hands thoroughly after you cough or sneeze.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth as germs may spread this way.
Stay away from close contact with people having respiratory illnesses.
If one displays influenza like symptoms, one must limit contact with others by staying at home. However, in case of respiratory distress, one should visit a nearby hospital without delay.
Take care of your health. Get plenty of sleep, exercise regularly, manage stress, drink plenty of liquids and eat wholesome food.
Prevention of Flu Conditions
The Department of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy (AYUSH) (External website that opens in a new window) is concerned about the growing number of H1N1 virus cases being reported from various parts of the country. It is of the view that Ayurveda / Unani interventions can be used for improving a person's immunity to fight various flu like conditions. These measures can be adopted by normal healthy people as well as those who have mild cold, cough and body pain.
The Department of AYUSH set up a group of experts for suggesting AYUSH interventions which are helpful in the prevention / treatment of flu like diseases. Ayurvedic specialists have advised certain measures such as avoidance of 'Kapha' food items like curd, cold drinks, fruit juices, ice cream; drinking of hot water in place of cold water and use of decoctions made up of herbs such as tulsi, ginger, black pepper and guduchi in the morning.
The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) (External website that opens in a new window) also had a detailed consultation with Unani experts and recommended certain preventive measures such as use of decoctions, tea, arq, specific compound formulations, local application of particular 'Roghans' as well as suggesting a light diet and maintenance of personal hygiene.
Here is some more information about Ayurveda and Unani preventive measures (External website that opens in a new window).
Flu like illnesses may also be prevented through Homeopathy. The Central Council for Research in Homeopathy (External website that opens in a new window) (CCRH) has recommended a homeopathic medicine (External website that opens in a new window) for protection against such flu like conditions.
However, in cases where people develop severe symptoms (Category B and C) (External website that opens in a new window), they are advised to visit the designated screening centres /hospitals set up by the Central and State Governments for the purpose. Medicines for the treatment of this illness are available in India. The Government has procured and stored the necessary drugs in sufficient quantities at designated hospitals. Citizens are strongly advised against procuring and taking medicines on their own, as it will lower their immunity.
The Government has also created a strategy to detect Influenza A (H1N1) cases among passengers arriving from affected countries either by air, land or sea and quarantine them. A standard process for screening, testing and treatment will be used across the country. If you have travelled from any of the affected countries in the past 10 days and display the symptoms of Influenza A (H1N1), then kindly visit a nearby hospital.
Influenza A (H1N1) is an influenza virus, which has been reported as a cause of illness and death in people. It was earlier known as Swine Flu. Originating in Mexico in April 2009, the virus has since spread to many countries worldwide. Early laboratory testing showed that many genes in this virus were similar to those found in pigs of North America, which is why the illness was originally called Swine Flu. Later on, further tests proved that this virus has gene segments from the swine, avian and human flu virus genes. This led scientists to discard the previous name and rename the virus the 'Influenza-A (H1N1) Virus'. Swine Flu- More details... (External website that opens in a new window)
Symptoms of Influenza A (H1N1)
The symptoms of Influenza A (H1N1) are similar to the symptoms of regular seasonal flu. People who have this illness may experience fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some patients have also reported diarrhoea and vomiting.
The flu virus is thought to spread from person to person through droplets that come out of an infected person's nose or mouth when he/she sneezes or coughs. Pigs have nothing to do with this disease. Pork products are absolutely safe if properly cooked and culling of pigs is not needed.
Commons Precautions
Here are some precautions to prevent contraction of the virus -
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Discard the tissue after use.
Wash your hands thoroughly after you cough or sneeze.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth as germs may spread this way.
Stay away from close contact with people having respiratory illnesses.
If one displays influenza like symptoms, one must limit contact with others by staying at home. However, in case of respiratory distress, one should visit a nearby hospital without delay.
Take care of your health. Get plenty of sleep, exercise regularly, manage stress, drink plenty of liquids and eat wholesome food.
Prevention of Flu Conditions
The Department of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy (AYUSH) (External website that opens in a new window) is concerned about the growing number of H1N1 virus cases being reported from various parts of the country. It is of the view that Ayurveda / Unani interventions can be used for improving a person's immunity to fight various flu like conditions. These measures can be adopted by normal healthy people as well as those who have mild cold, cough and body pain.
The Department of AYUSH set up a group of experts for suggesting AYUSH interventions which are helpful in the prevention / treatment of flu like diseases. Ayurvedic specialists have advised certain measures such as avoidance of 'Kapha' food items like curd, cold drinks, fruit juices, ice cream; drinking of hot water in place of cold water and use of decoctions made up of herbs such as tulsi, ginger, black pepper and guduchi in the morning.
The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) (External website that opens in a new window) also had a detailed consultation with Unani experts and recommended certain preventive measures such as use of decoctions, tea, arq, specific compound formulations, local application of particular 'Roghans' as well as suggesting a light diet and maintenance of personal hygiene.
Here is some more information about Ayurveda and Unani preventive measures (External website that opens in a new window).
Flu like illnesses may also be prevented through Homeopathy. The Central Council for Research in Homeopathy (External website that opens in a new window) (CCRH) has recommended a homeopathic medicine (External website that opens in a new window) for protection against such flu like conditions.
However, in cases where people develop severe symptoms (Category B and C) (External website that opens in a new window), they are advised to visit the designated screening centres /hospitals set up by the Central and State Governments for the purpose. Medicines for the treatment of this illness are available in India. The Government has procured and stored the necessary drugs in sufficient quantities at designated hospitals. Citizens are strongly advised against procuring and taking medicines on their own, as it will lower their immunity.
The Government has also created a strategy to detect Influenza A (H1N1) cases among passengers arriving from affected countries either by air, land or sea and quarantine them. A standard process for screening, testing and treatment will be used across the country. If you have travelled from any of the affected countries in the past 10 days and display the symptoms of Influenza A (H1N1), then kindly visit a nearby hospital.
Namche Bazaar
The village is located on crescent shaped mountain slopes that offer stunning views of the mountains across the valley. It is a grueling 3 to 4 hour climb up from the river to Namche, and at 3,500 meters, it is possible to suffer altitude sickness here. Therefore, it is advisable to spend at least two nights in the village to acclimatize.
Traditionally the village was a trading post, with locals bartering yak cheese and butter for agricultural goods grown at lower altitudes. However, after Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay's successful climb of Everest in 1953, the dynamics of the village changed forever as climbers and trekkers soon followed in their wake. At first the groups came in a trickle, but in the 60s and 70s this turned into a torrent, and being located at a confluence of trekking trails, Namche was best served to meet their needs. In addition, as Namche is the first place on the Khumbu trek that is above altitude sickness threshold, most travelers prefer to spend at least two nights here in order to acclimatize. Still, despite the village's popularity with trekkers, geographical restraints have contained its growth, and it remains a small settlement with no more than 60 dwellings.
Namche has prospered from the tourist trade, and according to government statistics it is the wealthiest district in Nepal, with 7 times the average national income and twice that of the capital, Kathmandu. In addition to an abundance of hotels, the village also boasts three small museums, a stupa, monastery, several cafes (locally known as bakeries) and many well stocked stores.
Namche has several official money changing facilities, and as it is the only place in the region to offer this service (besides Lukla), travelers should ensure that they have sufficient cash for the remainder of their journey before leaving the village. NB: The rate of exchange in Namche is much lower than in Kathmandu, and so it is advised to only use the facilities in Khumbu as a last resort or for changing small amounts of money
Climate Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daily highs (°C) 7 6 9 12 14 15 16 16 15 12 9 7
Nightly lows (°C) -8 -6 -3 1 4 6 8 8 6 2 3 -6
Precipitation (cm) 2 3 3 3 4 14 24 24 16 8 9 4
Get in
The trek from Lukla to Namche can be done in one full day, but unless you are experienced at trekking at high altitude and extremely fit, taking two days over the journey is strongly recommended. Many people who rush to Namche suffer altitude sickness and have to be brought down again the following day.
Get around
There is only one way to move around in Khumbu - on foot; unless you are a former president of the United States. In October 1985 Jimmy Carter, his wife Rosalynn, and future senator from California Dianne Feinstein's husband Richard Blum helicopetered in on the King of Nepal's personal whirligig. Next morning, protected by two secret service agents, Jimmy walked around the village shaking hands and talkin' to folks.
See
Sagarmatha National Park Visitor's Center, located at the top end of the village off the Tengboche trail (right side of village when looking up). Offers information on the wildlife of the area. There are some interesting photographs.
Museum of Sherpa Life, located above the village off the Tengboche trail. An introduction to Sherpa culture and the fauna and flora of the region -
Museum of local medicinal plants and Tibetan herbal medicine at the Healing Centre (see the Stay healthy section). Offers an introduction into the world of Tibetan medicine through posters and artifacts. It also has a small gift shop, the profit from which help maintain the clinic up stairs.
Namche Library. A small library with a big heart - good selection of English books, though they cannot be taken off the premises.
Namche Monastery, located off the Thame trail (left side of village when looking up). A small monastery in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has pleasant courtyard and some traditional frescoes on wall of the main shrine.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Press release of Karnali photo journey
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अनुपम प्राकृतिक साँस्कृतिक तथा सम्पदाको धनी राष्ट्र नेपाल पर्यटन सम्पदाको दृष्टिले विश्वमा अग्रणी मुलुकहरूमा पर्दछ। विभिन्न जातजाति, धर्म, भाषा, साहित्य, कला संस्कृति रहनसहनकोे सङ्गम रहेको नेपाल कला, संस्कृति एवम् धार्मिक सद्भावका लागि एक उदाहरणीय राष्ट्र मानिन्छ।
यहाँका मूर्त, अमूर्त पुरातात्विक सम्पदा, नाचगान, जात्रा, भेषभुषा, भाषा, कला र संस्कृतिलाई नेपालीहरुको भावना अनुकूल जगेर्ना गर्दै विश्वमा नेपाली संस्कृति र सभ्यताको प्रवर्द्धन गरी पर्यटन क्षेत्रको विकास तथा साँस्कृतिक क्षेत्रको संरक्षण र प्रवर्द्धनबाट गर्न सकिने प्रशस्त सम्भावना एकातिर रहेको छ भने अर्कातिर पर्यटन उद्योगको विस्तारबाट राष्ट्रलाई विदेशी मुद्रा आर्जन, रोजगारी वृद्धि, गरिबी न्यूनिकरण र समग्र आर्थिक समुन्नतिका साथै आर्थिक क्षेत्रमा राम्रो छलाङ्ग मार्न समेत महत्वपूर्ण टेवा पुग्ने देखिन्छ। पर्यटन उद्योगको प्रवर्द्धनबाट अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय रूपमा विश्व भाइचारा सम्बन्धको विकास पनि हुनसक्छ भने पर्यटन विकासकै माध्यमबाट सन्तुलित एवम् समावेशी विकास हासिल हुनसक्ने र यसबाट कर्णालीजस्ता क्षेत्रको गरिबी न्यूनीकरणमा यथेष्ट योगदान पुर्याउन सकिने सम्भावना पनि उत्तिकै देखिन्छ।
कर्णालीको भौगोलिक बनोट तथा वैकल्पिक यातायातको सुविधाको अपर्याप्तताका कारण कर्णालीमा पर्यटन क्षेत्रको विकास एवम् विस्तारका हुन सकिरहेको छैन्। यसका लागि हवाई यातायात सेवालाई सर्वसुलभ, सुरक्षित, विश्वसनीय एवम् व्यवस्थित बनाई स्वदेशी तथा विदेशी पर्यटकहरूको सङ्ख्यामा उल्लेख्य वृद्धि गर्नु आवश्यक छ। साथै आन्तरिक पर्यटकहरूका लागि सरकारले पर्यटकीय सिजनका लागि कम्तीमा पाँच वर्षसम्मका लागि हवाई यातायातको विषेश प्याकेजको व्यवस्था गरी टिकट दरमा समेत सहुलियत प्रदान गर्न आवश्यक छ। जसबाट विभिन्न्न क्षेत्रका लगानी कर्त्ता, पर्यटन व्यवसायी, टुर अपरेटर, होटल व्यवस्थापन तथा पर्यटनका विद्यार्थीहरुलाई स्स्कसन, फिल्त भिजिट गर्नमा सघाउँ पुर्याउने छ। जस्ले गर्दा कर्णालीको आन्तरिक पर्यटन विकासमा महत्पूर्ण योगदान पुग्नेछ। जबसम्म आन्तरिक पर्यटक चाप बढ्दैन तबसम्म बाह्य पर्यटकहरूलाई पनि यसको सूचना अपुग हुन्छ।
कर्णालीः पर्यटन सम्भावनाको खानी
कर्णालीको आभूषणको रूपमा रहेका से―फोक्सुन्डो, राराताल र नेपाली भाषा तथा सभ्यताको उद्गम स्थल जुम्लाको सिंजा उपत्यका र कालिकोटको रास्कोट, पञ्चदेवल, पचाल झरना आदि नेपालको प्राकृतिक सम्पदाका एउटा परिचय हुनसक्छन भने हुम्ला हिन्दू तथा बौद्धमार्गीहरु र मानसरोवरका लागि गतिलो प्रवेशद्वार बन्नसक्छ।
त्यसैगरी डोल्पामा अवस्थित नेपालको सर्वाधिक उचाईमा रहेको मानव वस्ती अपर डोल्पो भोट र मुगुको मुगु भोट पनि पर्यटकीय दृष्टिकोणले उत्तिकै सम्भावना बोकेका ऐतिहासिक रमणीय स्थानका साथै अध्ययन गर्न चाहनेका लागि एक उत्कृष्ट गन्तब्य हुन सक्छन्। साँच्चिकै सरकारले कर्णाली पर्यटन विकासका लागि छुट्टै सरकारी स्तरिय कर्णाली पर्यटन बिकास समिति संयन्त्रको मात्र विकास गर्ने हो र त्यो निकायले तन मनका साथ काम गर्ने र धरातली यथार्थमा आधारित भएर योजना बनाउने हो भने हुम्लाको लिमी र मुगुको करानक्षेत्र अर्को मनाङ, मुस्ताङ र नगरकोट बन्नसक्छन्।
कर्णालीको पर्यटकीय सम्भावनालाई केलाउने हो भने तत्कालका लागि पद यात्रा नै पर्यटनको बढी आकर्षण देखिन्छ। कर्णाली नदिको पश्चिमी किनाराबाट सुरु भएको पदयात्रा पर्यटकको इच्छा अनुसार जहाँ पनि जानसक्छ। नदीको किनारै किनार उत्तरी क्षेत्र हुम्ला, मुगु र पूर्व डोल्पा जिल्लाका साथै सुर्खेत लगायत बिभिन्न भू–भागको यात्रा गर्न सकिन्छ। विभिन्न भागसम्म पैदल यात्रा गर्न सकिने अवस्था छ जहाँ पर्यटकीयस्थलका अतिरिक्त विविध संस्कृतिको अवलोकन गर्न सकिन्छ। यि माथि उल्लेखित सुन्दर सुन्दर ठाउँ तथा कर्णालीको यथार्थ सामाजिक, आर्थिक र साँस्कृतिक जनजीवनलाई प्रतिविम्वित गर्ने खालका तस्वीरहरु राखी “कर्णाली फोटो यात्रा नामक“ फोटो प्रर्दशनी गर्न लागिएको हो। जस्ले कर्णाली क्षेत्रको थोरै भएपनि पर्यटन विकास, विस्तार र प्रचार गरी त्यहाँ गरीवीमा न्यूनिकरण मा सहयोग पुर्याउने उद्देश्य यस प्रर्दशनीको रहेको छ।
कर्णाली फोटो प्रर्दशनी किन रु
ड्ड कर्णालीका मूर्त र अमूर्त साँस्कृतिक सम्पदाहरूको संरक्षण र संवर्द्धन गर्ने स्थानीय सरकारी तथा गैरसरकारी निकायहरू र स्थानीय पर्यटन उपभोक्ता समूहहरूलाई क्रियाशील र सहभागी बनाई तिनीहरु संरक्षणार्थ खस वा कर्णाली संग्रालय स्थापनमा सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड कणालीका पाँचवटै जिल्लामा प्राकृतिक, साँस्कृतिक सम्पदा तथा पर्यटकीय क्षेेत्रको विस्तृत अध्ययन गरी तिनको संरक्षण तथा संवर्द्धनका अतिरिक्त प्रचार प्रसारको सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड कर्णालीका क्षेत्रभित्रका मूर्त तथा अमूर्त सम्पदाहरूको सूची तयार पारी विश्वसम्पदा सूचीमा पर्नसक्ने क्षेत्रलाई सूचिमा पार्न सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड पहिलो चरणमा कर्णालीका पर्यटन बजारका सम्भाव्य मुलुकहरू भ्ाारत र चीनलाई केन्द्रित गर्नुका साथै अन्य क्षेत्रीय मलुकहरू ज्ाापान, सिङ्गापुर, मलेसिया, थाइल्यान्ड, बङ्गलादेश आदिमा पर्यटन प्रवर्द्धन सम्बन्धी कर्णालीका गतिविधिको प्रचारप्रसार गर्नु आवश्यक देखिन्छ। त्यसपछि विश्वका अन्य मुलुकसँग पनि यो क्रमलाई जोड्न सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड कर्णालीमा निश्चित पर्यटन केन्द्रहरू निर्धारण गरी कार्यक्रमहरू एकीकृत तथा प्रभावकारी गर्दै जाने उद्देश्यले कर्णाली पर्यटन विकास समिति नेपाल सरकारका तर्फबाट तुरुन्त गठन गर्न सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड कर्णालीका पर्यटकीय तथा साँस्कृतिक सम्पदाबारे प्रचार गर्न अन्तर्राष्ट्रियस्तरका सेमिनार, आप्रवासिहरुका सम्मेलन कर्णालीको उपर्युक्त स्थानमा गरिनुका साथै पर्यटन उद्योगको विविधिकरणका लागि चेतनामूलक कार्यक्रमसमेत सञ्चालन गरी 'नेपाल पर्यटन वर्ष २०११' सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड जुम्लाको सिंजा, डोल्पाको साल्दाङ्ग, कालिकोटको रास्कोट र मुगुको करान भोट जस्ता ठाउँमा रहेको महत्वपूर्ण पुरातात्विक सम्पदा र सँस्कृतिकोे संरक्षण तथा त्यस क्षेत्रमा न्यूनतम् पूर्वाधारको विकास गरेर ती ठाउँहरुलाई खुल्ला संग्रालयको रुपमा सरकारले घोषण गर्न दबाव दिने।
ड्ड कर्णालीका पर्यटकीय आर्कषणका स्थलहरुमा बढि भन्दा बढि पर्यटक भित्रयाउन न्यूनतम आवश्यक पूर्बाधार हुनु अत्यन्त जरुरी हुन्छ। यसका लागि नेपाल सरकारले यस आर्थिक वर्ष देखि पर्यटन विकास तथा अन्य विकासमा बजेटको बाँडफाड गर्दा भूगोलको आधारमा गर्न बाध्य बनाउने।
ड्ड नेपाल सरकार र सम्बन्धित निकायलाई कर्णालीका जनप्रतिनिधिहरूले सम्बन्धित निकायलाई संयुक्त रूपमा आवश्यक पूर्वाधारको विकासका लागि घच्घच्याउन सहयोग पुर्याउने भने अर्कोतिर कणालीवासीले आफ्नो वरिपरिको वनजङ्गल, धार्मिक तथा साँस्कृतिक महत्वका स्थान, पुरातन वास्तुकला, मौलिक संस्कृति आदिको संरक्षण गर्नमा सहयोग पुर्याउने यस कणाली फोटो प्रर्दशनीको उद्देश्य रहेको छ।
ड्ड कर्णालीको रितिरिवाज चाल चलन, संस्कृति र वातावरण परिर्वतनले पारेको प्रभाव वारे जानकारी दिनु पनि यस प्रर्दशनीको उद्देश्य रहेका छ।
यस प्रर्दशनीमा हिमग्याप टासी लामा, गोरख विष्ट र दिलिप थापा मगर सहित पाँच जना फोटो ग्राफरका तस्विरहरु रहेका छन्।
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परिचयः
अनुपम प्राकृतिक साँस्कृतिक तथा सम्पदाको धनी राष्ट्र नेपाल पर्यटन सम्पदाको दृष्टिले विश्वमा अग्रणी मुलुकहरूमा पर्दछ। विभिन्न जातजाति, धर्म, भाषा, साहित्य, कला संस्कृति रहनसहनकोे सङ्गम रहेको नेपाल कला, संस्कृति एवम् धार्मिक सद्भावका लागि एक उदाहरणीय राष्ट्र मानिन्छ।
यहाँका मूर्त, अमूर्त पुरातात्विक सम्पदा, नाचगान, जात्रा, भेषभुषा, भाषा, कला र संस्कृतिलाई नेपालीहरुको भावना अनुकूल जगेर्ना गर्दै विश्वमा नेपाली संस्कृति र सभ्यताको प्रवर्द्धन गरी पर्यटन क्षेत्रको विकास तथा साँस्कृतिक क्षेत्रको संरक्षण र प्रवर्द्धनबाट गर्न सकिने प्रशस्त सम्भावना एकातिर रहेको छ भने अर्कातिर पर्यटन उद्योगको विस्तारबाट राष्ट्रलाई विदेशी मुद्रा आर्जन, रोजगारी वृद्धि, गरिबी न्यूनिकरण र समग्र आर्थिक समुन्नतिका साथै आर्थिक क्षेत्रमा राम्रो छलाङ्ग मार्न समेत महत्वपूर्ण टेवा पुग्ने देखिन्छ। पर्यटन उद्योगको प्रवर्द्धनबाट अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय रूपमा विश्व भाइचारा सम्बन्धको विकास पनि हुनसक्छ भने पर्यटन विकासकै माध्यमबाट सन्तुलित एवम् समावेशी विकास हासिल हुनसक्ने र यसबाट कर्णालीजस्ता क्षेत्रको गरिबी न्यूनीकरणमा यथेष्ट योगदान पुर्याउन सकिने सम्भावना पनि उत्तिकै देखिन्छ।
कर्णालीको भौगोलिक बनोट तथा वैकल्पिक यातायातको सुविधाको अपर्याप्तताका कारण कर्णालीमा पर्यटन क्षेत्रको विकास एवम् विस्तारका हुन सकिरहेको छैन्। यसका लागि हवाई यातायात सेवालाई सर्वसुलभ, सुरक्षित, विश्वसनीय एवम् व्यवस्थित बनाई स्वदेशी तथा विदेशी पर्यटकहरूको सङ्ख्यामा उल्लेख्य वृद्धि गर्नु आवश्यक छ। साथै आन्तरिक पर्यटकहरूका लागि सरकारले पर्यटकीय सिजनका लागि कम्तीमा पाँच वर्षसम्मका लागि हवाई यातायातको विषेश प्याकेजको व्यवस्था गरी टिकट दरमा समेत सहुलियत प्रदान गर्न आवश्यक छ। जसबाट विभिन्न्न क्षेत्रका लगानी कर्त्ता, पर्यटन व्यवसायी, टुर अपरेटर, होटल व्यवस्थापन तथा पर्यटनका विद्यार्थीहरुलाई स्स्कसन, फिल्त भिजिट गर्नमा सघाउँ पुर्याउने छ। जस्ले गर्दा कर्णालीको आन्तरिक पर्यटन विकासमा महत्पूर्ण योगदान पुग्नेछ। जबसम्म आन्तरिक पर्यटक चाप बढ्दैन तबसम्म बाह्य पर्यटकहरूलाई पनि यसको सूचना अपुग हुन्छ।
कर्णालीः पर्यटन सम्भावनाको खानी
कर्णालीको आभूषणको रूपमा रहेका से―फोक्सुन्डो, राराताल र नेपाली भाषा तथा सभ्यताको उद्गम स्थल जुम्लाको सिंजा उपत्यका र कालिकोटको रास्कोट, पञ्चदेवल, पचाल झरना आदि नेपालको प्राकृतिक सम्पदाका एउटा परिचय हुनसक्छन भने हुम्ला हिन्दू तथा बौद्धमार्गीहरु र मानसरोवरका लागि गतिलो प्रवेशद्वार बन्नसक्छ।
त्यसैगरी डोल्पामा अवस्थित नेपालको सर्वाधिक उचाईमा रहेको मानव वस्ती अपर डोल्पो भोट र मुगुको मुगु भोट पनि पर्यटकीय दृष्टिकोणले उत्तिकै सम्भावना बोकेका ऐतिहासिक रमणीय स्थानका साथै अध्ययन गर्न चाहनेका लागि एक उत्कृष्ट गन्तब्य हुन सक्छन्। साँच्चिकै सरकारले कर्णाली पर्यटन विकासका लागि छुट्टै सरकारी स्तरिय कर्णाली पर्यटन बिकास समिति संयन्त्रको मात्र विकास गर्ने हो र त्यो निकायले तन मनका साथ काम गर्ने र धरातली यथार्थमा आधारित भएर योजना बनाउने हो भने हुम्लाको लिमी र मुगुको करानक्षेत्र अर्को मनाङ, मुस्ताङ र नगरकोट बन्नसक्छन्।
कर्णालीको पर्यटकीय सम्भावनालाई केलाउने हो भने तत्कालका लागि पद यात्रा नै पर्यटनको बढी आकर्षण देखिन्छ। कर्णाली नदिको पश्चिमी किनाराबाट सुरु भएको पदयात्रा पर्यटकको इच्छा अनुसार जहाँ पनि जानसक्छ। नदीको किनारै किनार उत्तरी क्षेत्र हुम्ला, मुगु र पूर्व डोल्पा जिल्लाका साथै सुर्खेत लगायत बिभिन्न भू–भागको यात्रा गर्न सकिन्छ। विभिन्न भागसम्म पैदल यात्रा गर्न सकिने अवस्था छ जहाँ पर्यटकीयस्थलका अतिरिक्त विविध संस्कृतिको अवलोकन गर्न सकिन्छ। यि माथि उल्लेखित सुन्दर सुन्दर ठाउँ तथा कर्णालीको यथार्थ सामाजिक, आर्थिक र साँस्कृतिक जनजीवनलाई प्रतिविम्वित गर्ने खालका तस्वीरहरु राखी “कर्णाली फोटो यात्रा नामक“ फोटो प्रर्दशनी गर्न लागिएको हो। जस्ले कर्णाली क्षेत्रको थोरै भएपनि पर्यटन विकास, विस्तार र प्रचार गरी त्यहाँ गरीवीमा न्यूनिकरण मा सहयोग पुर्याउने उद्देश्य यस प्रर्दशनीको रहेको छ।
कर्णाली फोटो प्रर्दशनी किन रु
ड्ड कर्णालीका मूर्त र अमूर्त साँस्कृतिक सम्पदाहरूको संरक्षण र संवर्द्धन गर्ने स्थानीय सरकारी तथा गैरसरकारी निकायहरू र स्थानीय पर्यटन उपभोक्ता समूहहरूलाई क्रियाशील र सहभागी बनाई तिनीहरु संरक्षणार्थ खस वा कर्णाली संग्रालय स्थापनमा सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड कणालीका पाँचवटै जिल्लामा प्राकृतिक, साँस्कृतिक सम्पदा तथा पर्यटकीय क्षेेत्रको विस्तृत अध्ययन गरी तिनको संरक्षण तथा संवर्द्धनका अतिरिक्त प्रचार प्रसारको सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड कर्णालीका क्षेत्रभित्रका मूर्त तथा अमूर्त सम्पदाहरूको सूची तयार पारी विश्वसम्पदा सूचीमा पर्नसक्ने क्षेत्रलाई सूचिमा पार्न सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड पहिलो चरणमा कर्णालीका पर्यटन बजारका सम्भाव्य मुलुकहरू भ्ाारत र चीनलाई केन्द्रित गर्नुका साथै अन्य क्षेत्रीय मलुकहरू ज्ाापान, सिङ्गापुर, मलेसिया, थाइल्यान्ड, बङ्गलादेश आदिमा पर्यटन प्रवर्द्धन सम्बन्धी कर्णालीका गतिविधिको प्रचारप्रसार गर्नु आवश्यक देखिन्छ। त्यसपछि विश्वका अन्य मुलुकसँग पनि यो क्रमलाई जोड्न सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड कर्णालीमा निश्चित पर्यटन केन्द्रहरू निर्धारण गरी कार्यक्रमहरू एकीकृत तथा प्रभावकारी गर्दै जाने उद्देश्यले कर्णाली पर्यटन विकास समिति नेपाल सरकारका तर्फबाट तुरुन्त गठन गर्न सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड कर्णालीका पर्यटकीय तथा साँस्कृतिक सम्पदाबारे प्रचार गर्न अन्तर्राष्ट्रियस्तरका सेमिनार, आप्रवासिहरुका सम्मेलन कर्णालीको उपर्युक्त स्थानमा गरिनुका साथै पर्यटन उद्योगको विविधिकरणका लागि चेतनामूलक कार्यक्रमसमेत सञ्चालन गरी 'नेपाल पर्यटन वर्ष २०११' सहयोग पुर्याउने।
ड्ड जुम्लाको सिंजा, डोल्पाको साल्दाङ्ग, कालिकोटको रास्कोट र मुगुको करान भोट जस्ता ठाउँमा रहेको महत्वपूर्ण पुरातात्विक सम्पदा र सँस्कृतिकोे संरक्षण तथा त्यस क्षेत्रमा न्यूनतम् पूर्वाधारको विकास गरेर ती ठाउँहरुलाई खुल्ला संग्रालयको रुपमा सरकारले घोषण गर्न दबाव दिने।
ड्ड कर्णालीका पर्यटकीय आर्कषणका स्थलहरुमा बढि भन्दा बढि पर्यटक भित्रयाउन न्यूनतम आवश्यक पूर्बाधार हुनु अत्यन्त जरुरी हुन्छ। यसका लागि नेपाल सरकारले यस आर्थिक वर्ष देखि पर्यटन विकास तथा अन्य विकासमा बजेटको बाँडफाड गर्दा भूगोलको आधारमा गर्न बाध्य बनाउने।
ड्ड नेपाल सरकार र सम्बन्धित निकायलाई कर्णालीका जनप्रतिनिधिहरूले सम्बन्धित निकायलाई संयुक्त रूपमा आवश्यक पूर्वाधारको विकासका लागि घच्घच्याउन सहयोग पुर्याउने भने अर्कोतिर कणालीवासीले आफ्नो वरिपरिको वनजङ्गल, धार्मिक तथा साँस्कृतिक महत्वका स्थान, पुरातन वास्तुकला, मौलिक संस्कृति आदिको संरक्षण गर्नमा सहयोग पुर्याउने यस कणाली फोटो प्रर्दशनीको उद्देश्य रहेको छ।
ड्ड कर्णालीको रितिरिवाज चाल चलन, संस्कृति र वातावरण परिर्वतनले पारेको प्रभाव वारे जानकारी दिनु पनि यस प्रर्दशनीको उद्देश्य रहेका छ।
यस प्रर्दशनीमा हिमग्याप टासी लामा, गोरख विष्ट र दिलिप थापा मगर सहित पाँच जना फोटो ग्राफरका तस्विरहरु रहेका छन्।
सबै सञ्चारकर्मी मित्रहरूलाई सहयोगका लागि धन्यवाद!―
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Kailash Manasarovar yatra by Helicaptor
Duration : 11Nights / 12 Days
Destination : Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Manasarovar - Kathmandu
Day 01 :
Arrive Kathmandu & transfer to your hotel. Over night at Kathmandu.
Day 02 :
Half-day city tour of Pashupatinath temple. P.M: Briefing about the Kailash Manasarovar tour. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 03 :
Transfer to airport for your flight to Nepalgunj. On arrival transfer to hotel and rest.
Destination : Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Manasarovar - Kathmandu
Day 01 :
Arrive Kathmandu & transfer to your hotel. Over night at Kathmandu.
Day 02 :
Half-day city tour of Pashupatinath temple. P.M: Briefing about the Kailash Manasarovar tour. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 03 :
Transfer to airport for your flight to Nepalgunj. On arrival transfer to hotel and rest.
Kailash Manasarovar yatra by road
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Duration : 15Nights / 16 Days
Destination : Kathmandu - Nyalamu - Manasarovar - Darchen - Kathmandu
Day 01 :
Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. Evening - film/slide show of Kailash Manasarovar Yatra with detail briefing.
Day 02 :
Visit Pashupatinath and Boudhanath. PM - Free for Kailash tour preparation. We obtain Tibet visa on this day.
Day 03:
Early morning drive from Kathmandu (4500 ft, 1371 mt) to frontier town of Nepal, Kodari. From here walk a short distance across the friendship bridge to meet the guide from our Tibet agent.Then drive for about ½ hour (12 Km) to Zhangmu (7545 ft, 2300 mt). After custom and immigration formalities, drive to Nyalamu (11660 ft, 3534 mt). Total distance 157 Kms, 98 miles (approx. 9 hrs). Stay at Guesthouse.
Duration : 15Nights / 16 Days
Destination : Kathmandu - Nyalamu - Manasarovar - Darchen - Kathmandu
Day 01 :
Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. Evening - film/slide show of Kailash Manasarovar Yatra with detail briefing.
Day 02 :
Visit Pashupatinath and Boudhanath. PM - Free for Kailash tour preparation. We obtain Tibet visa on this day.
Day 03:
Early morning drive from Kathmandu (4500 ft, 1371 mt) to frontier town of Nepal, Kodari. From here walk a short distance across the friendship bridge to meet the guide from our Tibet agent.Then drive for about ½ hour (12 Km) to Zhangmu (7545 ft, 2300 mt). After custom and immigration formalities, drive to Nyalamu (11660 ft, 3534 mt). Total distance 157 Kms, 98 miles (approx. 9 hrs). Stay at Guesthouse.
Nepal Peak climbing
The Nepal Mountaineering Association declared a number of peaks open to peak climbing in 1978. In the last two years, 175 peaks were added to this group and now Nepal offers 326 peaks for this sport. Those who have a passion for mountaineering can enjoy themselves to the fullest as a wide selection is open to them.
Nepal has 8 out of the 14 highest peaks in the world. They include Mt.Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho-Yo, Mt. Manaslu and Mt. Annapurna. All these peaks cross a height of 8000 meters above sea level. However, the more popular peaks are those which have an altitude of 6000 meters above sea level. Some of the peaks in this group are Mera Peak, Pisang Peak, Chulu East Peak, Island Peak and Thapa Peak.
You can go for peak climbing in Nepal alone if you are up to it. However, you are advised to take the help of professional guides, especially if you are undertaking the task for the first time. Make sure you have sufficient ration and other essentials as the journey may take days. Climbing gears and equipments may be bought form Kathmandu. Permits are issued by the Mountaineering Section of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation.
Nepal Clothing
Nepal has as peculiar clothing that is reflective of this rich cultural milieu. The clothing adopted by the people of Nepal varies in accordance to their geographical setting as well as the weather conditions. Owing to the different terrain that is spread over Nepal, you may encounter different clothing adopted by the inhabitants to cope up with the particular environs.
Daura-Suruwal, which is characteristically referred to as 'Labeda-Suruwal' is the conventional clothing of Nepal. This traditional clothing has been attached to a number of religious beliefs that are identified by its designs and has for that reason remained the unchanged from the years. The Daura has eight strings that assists to tie itself up around the body. In fact, eight is considered to be the lucky number in accordance to Nepali mythology. In addition to this, the traditional Daura has five pleats or Kallis that signify the Pancha Buddha or Pancha Ratna. The closed neck of the Daura-Suruwal signifies the snake around the Lord Shiva's neck. As for the Nepali clothing for women, is a cotton sari or also known as Guniu, which is gaining immense recognition even in the fashion circle.
Daura-Suruwal, which is characteristically referred to as 'Labeda-Suruwal' is the conventional clothing of Nepal. This traditional clothing has been attached to a number of religious beliefs that are identified by its designs and has for that reason remained the unchanged from the years. The Daura has eight strings that assists to tie itself up around the body. In fact, eight is considered to be the lucky number in accordance to Nepali mythology. In addition to this, the traditional Daura has five pleats or Kallis that signify the Pancha Buddha or Pancha Ratna. The closed neck of the Daura-Suruwal signifies the snake around the Lord Shiva's neck. As for the Nepali clothing for women, is a cotton sari or also known as Guniu, which is gaining immense recognition even in the fashion circle.
People of Nepal
On the edge on the Southern slopes of the Great Himalayan Mountains, is situated the ethnically diverse Kingdom of Nepal. In accordance to the 2001 census conducted in Nepal, about 103 distinct caste/ ethnic groups that were inclusive of an unidentified group were enumerated. The Hindu religion forms the basis of the caste system in Nepal with mutually incorporated ethnic system exclusive of exclusive of historical reciprocated isolation, origin legends, and the infrequent state intercession.
The Nepalese or the people of Nepal trace their ancestry from three major migrations that took place from India, Tibet, and Central Asia. One of the initial inhabitants of Nepal are the Newar of the Kathmandu Valley as well as the aboriginal Tharu in the southern extent of Tarai region. The descendants of the Brahman and Chetri caste groups have been traced to have come from India, whereas the other ethnic groups trace their genesis to Tibet and Central Asia. This group is inclusive of the Magar and Gurung in the west, Limbu and Rai in the east, and to the north Bhotia and Sherpa.
People of Nepal residing in the Tarai region that is a division of the Ganges basin draw similarity to the Indo- Aryan population from the north of India, both physically and culturally. In the hilly region of Nepal, people of both Mongoloid as well as Indo-Aryan stock can be found whereas the mountainous highlands are thinly populated. In the central hill region of the Kathmandu Valley, although representing a small portion of the state’s region, but is densely populated with approximately 5% of the populace.
Religious Sites
Religious Sites
In Nepal, religion permeates every facet of life with festivals, daily rituals, family celebrations and religious observances. At every step one can see temples and shrines, processions and devotional music. Although Nepal is famous as the world’s only Hindu Nation, it is an intricate and beautiful tapestry woven of Hinduism, Buddhism and other faiths loving together in tolerance and harmony.
Pashupatinath Temple
Shiva, the destroyer, is historically the god most worshipped in the country. He may be worshipped as the holy ascetic, depicted with his consort Parvati and holding a trident and a small drum or more often in the form of the linga, an elongated stone representing his generative powers. The most important linga is situating in the holy shrine of Pashupatinath to west of Kathmandu. In front of Shiva temples one usually sees a statue of Nandi, the divine bull that serves as Shiva’s vehicle. Another popular form of Shiva in Nepal is the terrifying Bhirav. Different aspects of Bhairav plays major roles in many of the Valley’s festivals.
Vishnu, whose primary duty is to assure the preservation of the world and all living forms, is believed to have visited the earth ten times, each times as a different incarnation or avatar. He is often depicted as a boar, a tortoise ,a man-lion and a fish-his four animal incarnations. Throughout South Asia he is most often worshipped in two well-known human forms: prince Ram the hero of the epic Ramayana and the pastoral god Krishna. In Nepal he is often worshipped in his omnipotent form of Narayan, and in some of his most lovely images is seen astride the man-bird Garuda his vehicle.
The archetypal mother or female, goddess in of particular importance in Nepal. She is worshipped in many aspects: as Durga, protector and slayer of the buffalo demon, as Taleju, patron deity of the Valley rulers, and as Kumari, and the living virgin goddess. . Other female goddesses include Laxmi, goddess of wealth and Saraswati, goddess of knowladge and arts. Another widely venerated god is elephant-headed Ganesh, the remover of obstacles and the source of good fortune. Other deities such as Red Machhendranath, are special to Nepal alone and are celebrated with unique local festivals.
Swayambhunath
There is a variety of Buddhist practices in Nepal, the Buddhism of the endemic Newar people, perhaps related to the ancient Buddhism that passed out of India one thousand year ago; the Buddhism of the Sherpa, Tamang and Tibetan people and the relatively modern incursion of Theravadin or Southern Buddhism.
The central beliefs and practices date back to the time of its founder, Prince Siddhartha Gautam who was born in Lumbini in the southern Terai in about 534 B.C. Until the age of 29, the young prince led a sheltered life in the palace of his father, completely unaware of the problems and suffering of the world outside his palace wall. One day he convinced his charioteer to take him outside the palace, where he was shocked at the sight of an old man, a sick man, a corpse and an ascetic. The realization of the true misery of the world persuaded the prince to abandon his luxurious life and goes into the forests to seek enlightenment to end human suffering. For many years, Gautam practiced asceticism without success. One night beneath a pepal tree in the forest of Bodh Gaya he became enlightened. Henceforth known as Lord Buddha, the ‘enlightened one’ he traveled around northern India and southern Nepal preaching the Middle Path to enlightenment. At the age of eighty he passed into the final enlightenment.
Lumbini
Lumbini, the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam. The Shakya prince and the ultimate Buddha, the Enlightened One, is the pilgrimage destination of the world’s millions of people faithful to all schools of Buddhism. UNESCO lists this nativity site, identified by Indian Emperor Ashoka’s commemorative pillar as a World Heritage Site.
The main attraction at Lumbini remains the Sacred Garden ,which spread over 8sq km and possessing all the treasures of the historic area. The Mayadevi temple is the main attraction for pilgrims and archaeologists alike. Here we find a bas relief of Mayadevi, Buddha’s mother giving birth to him. Standing west to the Mayadevi shrine is the oldest monument of Nepal, the Ashoka Pillar. Emperor Ashoka erected the pillar in 249BC to commemorate his pilgrimage to the sacred site. To the south of the pillar, we find the sacred pond, Puskarni, where Queen Mayadevi had taken a bath just before giving birth to lord Buddha.
There are other places of interest too nearby. It is accessible by air from Kathmandu to Bhairawa. From Kathmandu it takes about eight hours by bus or car.
Muktinath
It is believed that all miseries / sorrows are relieved once you visit this temple (Mukti=Nirvana, Nath=God). The famous temple of Lord Muktinath lies in the district of Mustang and is situated about 18km northeast of Jomsom at an altitude of about 3,749m. The main shrine is a pagoda shaped temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Set into the wall around it is 108 waterspouts from which pour holy water. The temple is situated on a high mountain range and is visited during fair weather. There are two ways to get to Muktinath from Kathmandu. Either take a direct flight from Kathmandu via Pokhara to jomsom and hike for a 7-8 hours via Kagbeni or to trek all the way from Pokhara which takes 7-8 days. It is believed that one should visit this temple after competing pilgrimages of four Dhams in India. This temple held sacred by Hindus as well as Buddhists. The Jwala Mai temple nearby contains a spring and an eternal flame fed by natural gas underground. Jomsom is a major center in the Annapurna region. There is a world-class accommodation facilities in Jomsom from where one can enjoy remarkable natural beauty.
Gosainkunda
One of the most famous pilgrimage destinations of Nepal is Gosainkunda lake which is situated at an altitude of about 4,36m. The best approach to Gosainkunda is through Dhunche, 132km to the northeast of Kathmandu. Dhunche is linked with Kathmandu by a motorable road. Surrounded by high mountains on the north and the south, the lake is grand and picturesque. There are other nice nine famous Lakes such as Saraswati, Bhairav, Sourya, Ganesh Kunda etc.
Devghat
Devghat is a popular pilgrimage spot situated at the confluence of the Kali Gandaki and Trisuli rivers. It lies just north of the Chitwan National Park. During the Magay Sakranti festival in January, Hindu devotees gather here to take holy dips in the river. There are a number of scared and history sites around Devghat which provide interesting side trips: the Triveni temple and Balmiki ashram where the great sage Balmiki had his retreat, the Someswar Kalika temple and fort, Pandavanag where the protagonists of the Mahabharat once lived and the Kabilaspur fort built by the old kings of Palpa.
Manakamana
This temple place at an altitude of 3900 ft. offer very good views of the Ganesh, Manaslu and Annapurna group. The surrounding village though is a mixture of 20th century Nepali bar rock and 2nd World War aftermath. Every day hundreds make the journey to worship at Manakamana's Bhagwati Mandir. For Nag Panchami, in late July or early August, celebrants construct an entire shrine out of flowers and foliage. Visiting Manakamana is a very Nepali thing to do, and even if you don't sacrifice a goat you'll feel like you've received an initiation into the society.
Pathibhara (1763 m.)
Pathibhara situated at the top of Kutidanda and Haaspokhari in Mechi Highway is called as small Pathibhara regarded as the younger sister of Pathibhara in Taplejung. From this hill covered with green forest one can have a view of Terain plains, Mahabharat Range and Mount Kanchanjunga. This place with plenty of transportation facilities seems to have abundant feasibility for Gliding. Thousands of people pay homage to the goddess Pathibhara daily.
Jaleshwar Mahadev
This historic of Jaleshwar lies in the city of Jaleswar, the headquaters of Janakpur zone. Jaleswar Mahadev is one of Nepal’s prominent places of pilgrimage and is mentioned in the Hindu epic, Padam Purana.
According to legend, a hermit named Jagadish arrived in the lonesome forest of Jaleshwar and had a dream in which he was directed to conduct excavation at the spot. In accordance with the dream, he began digging and soon found an image of Jaleshwar Mahadev. He then built a temple with some gold, which he brought from a place called Sunukhadagarh.
Just in front of Jaleshwar Mahadev temple there are two sacred ponds, called Barunsar and Kshiresar. During the Ram Navami Bivaha Panchami feativals, thousands of pilgrims assemble at these ponds.
Dolakha Bhimsen
In the upper part of Dolakha Township lies the temple of Bhimeshwar, popularly known as Dolakha Bhimsen. The people of Dolakha regard Bhimeswar as their supreme lord. The roofless temple houses a Shiva Linga, underneath which is a holy pond. Fairs are held at this temple on such occasions as Bala Chaturdashi, Ram Nava, Chaitra Astami and Bhima Ekadashi. During the Dashain festival, goats are sacrificed here.
Approximately 200 meter from the Bhimeshwar temple is the temple of Tripurasundari where devotees assemble during the festivals of Chaitrastami and Dashian. Only the priest of this temple is allowed a glimpse of the image enshrined within.
Swargadwari
In the western part of the district of Pyuthan (Rapti Zone) lies Swargadwari, a place of Hindu pilgrimage. Swaragadwari lies almost 26 kilometers south of Khalanga Bazar, the district headquarters of Pyuthan. During the festivals of Baisakh Poornima and Kartik Poornima, when pilgrims from different parts of Nepal and India come to pay homage.
In Nepal, religion permeates every facet of life with festivals, daily rituals, family celebrations and religious observances. At every step one can see temples and shrines, processions and devotional music. Although Nepal is famous as the world’s only Hindu Nation, it is an intricate and beautiful tapestry woven of Hinduism, Buddhism and other faiths loving together in tolerance and harmony.
Pashupatinath Temple
Shiva, the destroyer, is historically the god most worshipped in the country. He may be worshipped as the holy ascetic, depicted with his consort Parvati and holding a trident and a small drum or more often in the form of the linga, an elongated stone representing his generative powers. The most important linga is situating in the holy shrine of Pashupatinath to west of Kathmandu. In front of Shiva temples one usually sees a statue of Nandi, the divine bull that serves as Shiva’s vehicle. Another popular form of Shiva in Nepal is the terrifying Bhirav. Different aspects of Bhairav plays major roles in many of the Valley’s festivals.
Vishnu, whose primary duty is to assure the preservation of the world and all living forms, is believed to have visited the earth ten times, each times as a different incarnation or avatar. He is often depicted as a boar, a tortoise ,a man-lion and a fish-his four animal incarnations. Throughout South Asia he is most often worshipped in two well-known human forms: prince Ram the hero of the epic Ramayana and the pastoral god Krishna. In Nepal he is often worshipped in his omnipotent form of Narayan, and in some of his most lovely images is seen astride the man-bird Garuda his vehicle.
The archetypal mother or female, goddess in of particular importance in Nepal. She is worshipped in many aspects: as Durga, protector and slayer of the buffalo demon, as Taleju, patron deity of the Valley rulers, and as Kumari, and the living virgin goddess. . Other female goddesses include Laxmi, goddess of wealth and Saraswati, goddess of knowladge and arts. Another widely venerated god is elephant-headed Ganesh, the remover of obstacles and the source of good fortune. Other deities such as Red Machhendranath, are special to Nepal alone and are celebrated with unique local festivals.
Swayambhunath
There is a variety of Buddhist practices in Nepal, the Buddhism of the endemic Newar people, perhaps related to the ancient Buddhism that passed out of India one thousand year ago; the Buddhism of the Sherpa, Tamang and Tibetan people and the relatively modern incursion of Theravadin or Southern Buddhism.
The central beliefs and practices date back to the time of its founder, Prince Siddhartha Gautam who was born in Lumbini in the southern Terai in about 534 B.C. Until the age of 29, the young prince led a sheltered life in the palace of his father, completely unaware of the problems and suffering of the world outside his palace wall. One day he convinced his charioteer to take him outside the palace, where he was shocked at the sight of an old man, a sick man, a corpse and an ascetic. The realization of the true misery of the world persuaded the prince to abandon his luxurious life and goes into the forests to seek enlightenment to end human suffering. For many years, Gautam practiced asceticism without success. One night beneath a pepal tree in the forest of Bodh Gaya he became enlightened. Henceforth known as Lord Buddha, the ‘enlightened one’ he traveled around northern India and southern Nepal preaching the Middle Path to enlightenment. At the age of eighty he passed into the final enlightenment.
Lumbini
Lumbini, the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam. The Shakya prince and the ultimate Buddha, the Enlightened One, is the pilgrimage destination of the world’s millions of people faithful to all schools of Buddhism. UNESCO lists this nativity site, identified by Indian Emperor Ashoka’s commemorative pillar as a World Heritage Site.
The main attraction at Lumbini remains the Sacred Garden ,which spread over 8sq km and possessing all the treasures of the historic area. The Mayadevi temple is the main attraction for pilgrims and archaeologists alike. Here we find a bas relief of Mayadevi, Buddha’s mother giving birth to him. Standing west to the Mayadevi shrine is the oldest monument of Nepal, the Ashoka Pillar. Emperor Ashoka erected the pillar in 249BC to commemorate his pilgrimage to the sacred site. To the south of the pillar, we find the sacred pond, Puskarni, where Queen Mayadevi had taken a bath just before giving birth to lord Buddha.
There are other places of interest too nearby. It is accessible by air from Kathmandu to Bhairawa. From Kathmandu it takes about eight hours by bus or car.
Muktinath
It is believed that all miseries / sorrows are relieved once you visit this temple (Mukti=Nirvana, Nath=God). The famous temple of Lord Muktinath lies in the district of Mustang and is situated about 18km northeast of Jomsom at an altitude of about 3,749m. The main shrine is a pagoda shaped temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Set into the wall around it is 108 waterspouts from which pour holy water. The temple is situated on a high mountain range and is visited during fair weather. There are two ways to get to Muktinath from Kathmandu. Either take a direct flight from Kathmandu via Pokhara to jomsom and hike for a 7-8 hours via Kagbeni or to trek all the way from Pokhara which takes 7-8 days. It is believed that one should visit this temple after competing pilgrimages of four Dhams in India. This temple held sacred by Hindus as well as Buddhists. The Jwala Mai temple nearby contains a spring and an eternal flame fed by natural gas underground. Jomsom is a major center in the Annapurna region. There is a world-class accommodation facilities in Jomsom from where one can enjoy remarkable natural beauty.
Gosainkunda
One of the most famous pilgrimage destinations of Nepal is Gosainkunda lake which is situated at an altitude of about 4,36m. The best approach to Gosainkunda is through Dhunche, 132km to the northeast of Kathmandu. Dhunche is linked with Kathmandu by a motorable road. Surrounded by high mountains on the north and the south, the lake is grand and picturesque. There are other nice nine famous Lakes such as Saraswati, Bhairav, Sourya, Ganesh Kunda etc.
Devghat
Devghat is a popular pilgrimage spot situated at the confluence of the Kali Gandaki and Trisuli rivers. It lies just north of the Chitwan National Park. During the Magay Sakranti festival in January, Hindu devotees gather here to take holy dips in the river. There are a number of scared and history sites around Devghat which provide interesting side trips: the Triveni temple and Balmiki ashram where the great sage Balmiki had his retreat, the Someswar Kalika temple and fort, Pandavanag where the protagonists of the Mahabharat once lived and the Kabilaspur fort built by the old kings of Palpa.
Manakamana
This temple place at an altitude of 3900 ft. offer very good views of the Ganesh, Manaslu and Annapurna group. The surrounding village though is a mixture of 20th century Nepali bar rock and 2nd World War aftermath. Every day hundreds make the journey to worship at Manakamana's Bhagwati Mandir. For Nag Panchami, in late July or early August, celebrants construct an entire shrine out of flowers and foliage. Visiting Manakamana is a very Nepali thing to do, and even if you don't sacrifice a goat you'll feel like you've received an initiation into the society.
Pathibhara (1763 m.)
Pathibhara situated at the top of Kutidanda and Haaspokhari in Mechi Highway is called as small Pathibhara regarded as the younger sister of Pathibhara in Taplejung. From this hill covered with green forest one can have a view of Terain plains, Mahabharat Range and Mount Kanchanjunga. This place with plenty of transportation facilities seems to have abundant feasibility for Gliding. Thousands of people pay homage to the goddess Pathibhara daily.
Jaleshwar Mahadev
This historic of Jaleshwar lies in the city of Jaleswar, the headquaters of Janakpur zone. Jaleswar Mahadev is one of Nepal’s prominent places of pilgrimage and is mentioned in the Hindu epic, Padam Purana.
According to legend, a hermit named Jagadish arrived in the lonesome forest of Jaleshwar and had a dream in which he was directed to conduct excavation at the spot. In accordance with the dream, he began digging and soon found an image of Jaleshwar Mahadev. He then built a temple with some gold, which he brought from a place called Sunukhadagarh.
Just in front of Jaleshwar Mahadev temple there are two sacred ponds, called Barunsar and Kshiresar. During the Ram Navami Bivaha Panchami feativals, thousands of pilgrims assemble at these ponds.
Dolakha Bhimsen
In the upper part of Dolakha Township lies the temple of Bhimeshwar, popularly known as Dolakha Bhimsen. The people of Dolakha regard Bhimeswar as their supreme lord. The roofless temple houses a Shiva Linga, underneath which is a holy pond. Fairs are held at this temple on such occasions as Bala Chaturdashi, Ram Nava, Chaitra Astami and Bhima Ekadashi. During the Dashain festival, goats are sacrificed here.
Approximately 200 meter from the Bhimeshwar temple is the temple of Tripurasundari where devotees assemble during the festivals of Chaitrastami and Dashian. Only the priest of this temple is allowed a glimpse of the image enshrined within.
Swargadwari
In the western part of the district of Pyuthan (Rapti Zone) lies Swargadwari, a place of Hindu pilgrimage. Swaragadwari lies almost 26 kilometers south of Khalanga Bazar, the district headquarters of Pyuthan. During the festivals of Baisakh Poornima and Kartik Poornima, when pilgrims from different parts of Nepal and India come to pay homage.
Major Tourism Activities
Mountain Climbing
The 800 km stretch of the Nepal Himalayan is the greatest in the world with eight peaks that rise above 8,000m including the highest in the world, Mt. Everest. Ever since the country opened its peaks to climbers in 1994, the Nepal Himalayan has become a great theatre of mountaineering activity and the drama of success and failure have provided impetus to thousands of men and women to meet the ultimate challenge. The Nepal Himalayan has been an attraction to many people, be they saints, philosophers, researchers or adventures.
Trekking
The best way to experience Nepal’s unbeatable combination of natural beauty and culture riches is to walk through them. One can walk along the beaten trails or virgin tracks. Either way you are in for an experience for a lifetime. Along with forests of rhododendron, isolated hamlets, and small mountain villages, birds, animals, temple, monasteries and breathtaking landscapes, you will also encounter friendly people of different cultures offering a fascinating glimpse of traditional rural life.
Bird Watching
Nepal is a paradise for bird lovers with over 646 species (almost 8% of the world total) of birds, and among them almost 500 hundred species are found in Kathmandu Valley alone. The most popular bird watching spots in Kathmandu are Phulchoki, Godavari, Nagarjun, Bagmati river, Taudaha and so on. Get your binoculars and look forward to a rewarding experience.
Mountain Flight
Only awe-stricken silence can come close to matching the experience of going on a mountain flight to encounter the tallest mountains on earth. Mountain flights offer the closest possible aerial views of Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga and the Tibetan Plateau. Mountain flights appeal to all category of travelers and have become a popular tourist attraction of Nepal. For those who are restricted by time or other considerations from going for a trek, these flights offer a panoramic view of the Himalayan in just one hour.
Rock Climbing
For all those cliffhangers out there, Kathmandu offers a roster of stone walls that make for an experience of a lifetime. Now of late, Rock climbing has become a popular sport in Kathmandu, which offers some really terrific places for rock climbing. Nagarjun, Balaju, Shivapuri and Budhanil Kantha are some of the places where you can try this sport.
Rafting/Kayaking/Canyoning
Rafting is one of the best ways to explore the typical cross section of natural as well as ethno-cultural heritage of the country. There are numerous rivers in Nepal which offer excellent rafting or canoeing experience. You can glide on calm jade waters with munificent scenery all about or rush through roaring white rapids, in the care of expert river-men employed by government authorized agencies. One can opt for day of river running or more. So far, the government has opened sections of 10 rivers for commercial rafting. The Trisuli river ( Grade 3+) is one of the most popular of Nepal’s raftable rivers. The Kali Gandaki (5-5+) winds through remote canyons and deep gorges for five days of intense rapids. The Bhote Koshi (4-5) is 26km of continuous white water and the raging Marshyanghi is four days of uninterrupted white water. The Karnali river (4-5) provides some of the most challenging rapids in the world. The Sun Koshi (4-5), 27km, requiring 8-10 days to complete, is a big and challenging river. Adventurers are provided with world-class services by rafting agents. Agencies here provide life jackets, camping and the standard rafting paraphernalia needed by world-class rafting. An extremely popular sport in Europe, cannoning is now available in Nepal. Cannoning gives you the freedom to explore some of the most ruggedly beautiful, yet forbidden places in the world.
Hot Air Ballooning
Hot air ballooning is very popular with tourists for it affords the most spectacular bird’s-eye view of the Kathmandu valley and the Himalayan ranges towering in the background. On a clear day it’s a superb way to view the Himalayan (from over 6000m up), and the view of the valley is equally breathtaking.
Bungy Jumping
The ultimate thrill of a bungy jump can now be experienced in Nepal at one of the best sites that this sport can boast of anywhere in the world. Nepal’s first bungy jumping site is situated 160m. Over the Bhote Koshi river, inviting you to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush in the surroundings of this amazing place. The jump, at 160m., is staffed and operated by some of the most experienced jumpmasters in the business.
Paragliding
Paragliding in Nepal can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure seeking. A trip will take you over some of the best scenery on earth, as you share airspace with Himalayan griffins vultures, eagles, kites and float over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalayas.
Ultralight Aircraft
Ultralight aircraft take off from Pokhara and offer spectacular views of the lakes, mountains and villages. This is an ideal way to see life from a new perspective. The choice of Pokhara Valley for ultra-light aircraft is appropriate chiefly because of the proximity of the mountains, and the scenic lakes. For those who wished they could fly birds when growing up, this flight is a must. It might be lonely at the top, but this flight is a must. It might be lonely at the top, but the spectacular view from up high certainly makes it all worth it. Flights are from the Pokhara airport beginning September through June. The flights take place from sunrise to 11 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to sunset every day during these months.
Mountain Biking
The best way to explore the Kathmandu Valley is on a mountain bike. Nepal’s diverse terrain is a mountain biker’s dream adventure comes true. Mountain biking offers an environmentally sound way of exploring this magnificent country, its landscape and living heritage. There are plenty of dirty roads and trails in Nepal to meet every mountain biker’s wildest fantasy. Mountain biking is specially recommended if you wish to explore urban centers of Nepal such as Pokhara and Kathmandu as well as the countryside. Adventurous souls may plan extended trips to such exotic locals as Namche Bazaar, and western Nepal. You could even do the entire length of Nepal across the plains. Mountain bikes are available for rent by the day or longer in many of the bicycle rental outlets in Nepal and around the city.
Jungle Safari
National Parks located specially in the Terai region in Nepal attract visitors from all over the world. A visit to these parks involves game- stalking by a variety of means-foot, dugout canoe, jeep, and elephant back. One is bound to sight a one – horned rhino or two at every elephant safari. Besides the rhinos, wild boars, samburs, spotted deer, sloth bear, four-horned antelope are also usually seen. A Royal Bengal tiger may surprise you by his majestic appearance.
The 800 km stretch of the Nepal Himalayan is the greatest in the world with eight peaks that rise above 8,000m including the highest in the world, Mt. Everest. Ever since the country opened its peaks to climbers in 1994, the Nepal Himalayan has become a great theatre of mountaineering activity and the drama of success and failure have provided impetus to thousands of men and women to meet the ultimate challenge. The Nepal Himalayan has been an attraction to many people, be they saints, philosophers, researchers or adventures.
Trekking
The best way to experience Nepal’s unbeatable combination of natural beauty and culture riches is to walk through them. One can walk along the beaten trails or virgin tracks. Either way you are in for an experience for a lifetime. Along with forests of rhododendron, isolated hamlets, and small mountain villages, birds, animals, temple, monasteries and breathtaking landscapes, you will also encounter friendly people of different cultures offering a fascinating glimpse of traditional rural life.
Bird Watching
Nepal is a paradise for bird lovers with over 646 species (almost 8% of the world total) of birds, and among them almost 500 hundred species are found in Kathmandu Valley alone. The most popular bird watching spots in Kathmandu are Phulchoki, Godavari, Nagarjun, Bagmati river, Taudaha and so on. Get your binoculars and look forward to a rewarding experience.
Mountain Flight
Only awe-stricken silence can come close to matching the experience of going on a mountain flight to encounter the tallest mountains on earth. Mountain flights offer the closest possible aerial views of Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga and the Tibetan Plateau. Mountain flights appeal to all category of travelers and have become a popular tourist attraction of Nepal. For those who are restricted by time or other considerations from going for a trek, these flights offer a panoramic view of the Himalayan in just one hour.
Rock Climbing
For all those cliffhangers out there, Kathmandu offers a roster of stone walls that make for an experience of a lifetime. Now of late, Rock climbing has become a popular sport in Kathmandu, which offers some really terrific places for rock climbing. Nagarjun, Balaju, Shivapuri and Budhanil Kantha are some of the places where you can try this sport.
Rafting/Kayaking/Canyoning
Rafting is one of the best ways to explore the typical cross section of natural as well as ethno-cultural heritage of the country. There are numerous rivers in Nepal which offer excellent rafting or canoeing experience. You can glide on calm jade waters with munificent scenery all about or rush through roaring white rapids, in the care of expert river-men employed by government authorized agencies. One can opt for day of river running or more. So far, the government has opened sections of 10 rivers for commercial rafting. The Trisuli river ( Grade 3+) is one of the most popular of Nepal’s raftable rivers. The Kali Gandaki (5-5+) winds through remote canyons and deep gorges for five days of intense rapids. The Bhote Koshi (4-5) is 26km of continuous white water and the raging Marshyanghi is four days of uninterrupted white water. The Karnali river (4-5) provides some of the most challenging rapids in the world. The Sun Koshi (4-5), 27km, requiring 8-10 days to complete, is a big and challenging river. Adventurers are provided with world-class services by rafting agents. Agencies here provide life jackets, camping and the standard rafting paraphernalia needed by world-class rafting. An extremely popular sport in Europe, cannoning is now available in Nepal. Cannoning gives you the freedom to explore some of the most ruggedly beautiful, yet forbidden places in the world.
Hot Air Ballooning
Hot air ballooning is very popular with tourists for it affords the most spectacular bird’s-eye view of the Kathmandu valley and the Himalayan ranges towering in the background. On a clear day it’s a superb way to view the Himalayan (from over 6000m up), and the view of the valley is equally breathtaking.
Bungy Jumping
The ultimate thrill of a bungy jump can now be experienced in Nepal at one of the best sites that this sport can boast of anywhere in the world. Nepal’s first bungy jumping site is situated 160m. Over the Bhote Koshi river, inviting you to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush in the surroundings of this amazing place. The jump, at 160m., is staffed and operated by some of the most experienced jumpmasters in the business.
Paragliding
Paragliding in Nepal can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure seeking. A trip will take you over some of the best scenery on earth, as you share airspace with Himalayan griffins vultures, eagles, kites and float over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalayas.
Ultralight Aircraft
Ultralight aircraft take off from Pokhara and offer spectacular views of the lakes, mountains and villages. This is an ideal way to see life from a new perspective. The choice of Pokhara Valley for ultra-light aircraft is appropriate chiefly because of the proximity of the mountains, and the scenic lakes. For those who wished they could fly birds when growing up, this flight is a must. It might be lonely at the top, but this flight is a must. It might be lonely at the top, but the spectacular view from up high certainly makes it all worth it. Flights are from the Pokhara airport beginning September through June. The flights take place from sunrise to 11 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to sunset every day during these months.
Mountain Biking
The best way to explore the Kathmandu Valley is on a mountain bike. Nepal’s diverse terrain is a mountain biker’s dream adventure comes true. Mountain biking offers an environmentally sound way of exploring this magnificent country, its landscape and living heritage. There are plenty of dirty roads and trails in Nepal to meet every mountain biker’s wildest fantasy. Mountain biking is specially recommended if you wish to explore urban centers of Nepal such as Pokhara and Kathmandu as well as the countryside. Adventurous souls may plan extended trips to such exotic locals as Namche Bazaar, and western Nepal. You could even do the entire length of Nepal across the plains. Mountain bikes are available for rent by the day or longer in many of the bicycle rental outlets in Nepal and around the city.
Jungle Safari
National Parks located specially in the Terai region in Nepal attract visitors from all over the world. A visit to these parks involves game- stalking by a variety of means-foot, dugout canoe, jeep, and elephant back. One is bound to sight a one – horned rhino or two at every elephant safari. Besides the rhinos, wild boars, samburs, spotted deer, sloth bear, four-horned antelope are also usually seen. A Royal Bengal tiger may surprise you by his majestic appearance.
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