Blessed with various attractions, Nepal is one of the beautiful countries that boasts cultural, and historical significance. Apart from the magnificent mountains, lakes, caves, and glaciers, Nepal has a plethora of things for travelers, hikers, and nature seekers. The beauty adds a perfect backdrop to the monuments, temples, untouched destinations, and making it a favorite holiday destination. Below are the top 10 Places in Nepal that you must visit while exploring this exotic country:
#1 Pokhara:
The tranquil lakes, mountain views, and natural beauty are what make Pokhara, the perfect leisure destination in Nepal. It is not a boring place to enjoy the lake view or the surroundings, but also known as the ‘Gateway to Annapurna Circuit.’
With the lakeside view and scenic beauty, it offers a plethora of adventure activities including paragliding, white-water rafting, and more.
#2 Kathmandu:
It is the cultural capital of Nepal, where most of the adventures begin, and have plenty of activities to engage the visitors. The spot is a chaotic mix of tourist shops, hotels, restaurants, religious sites that make travelers even more greedy for exploration.
#3 Nagarkot:
Are you looking for a place to experience the beauty, and majesty of the Himalayas? Nagarkot is the perfect place for travelers. It offers magnificent views of mountains and the Kathmandu valley, which can also be experienced from the windows of your hotel room. The place is also famous for experiencing sunrise and sunset along with the stunning views of the Himalayas.
#4 Bhaktapur:
Blessed with rich architecture, and ancient Hindu Temples, the place is beautifully preserved and mesmerized for the exquisite art. Due to the tragic earthquake in 2015, it shared a fair share of damage. Bhaktapur is less crowded and hectic than other cities which inspires travelers for leisurely walks through the medieval squares, winding streets to experience shopping as well.
#5 Patan:
The city is well known for its artisans, as it displays the stunning Newari architecture with the fantastic wood carvings and an air of spirituality. The palaces, the courtyard, and the temples are the tourist attractions to relish the royalty and aristocracy of the city.
#6 Chitwan National Park:
It is not only one of the best wildlife viewing destinations in Nepal but also recognized as the World Heritage site by UNESCO. The National park is home to a plethora of unique animals including one-horned rhinoceros, and Bengal Tigers. Along with jeep tours, travelers can experience the wildlife of the park through jungle treks, elephant rides, and canoe rides.
#7 Khumbu:
The desire of trekking to the Mt. Everest inspires thousands of adventurous travelers to visit the destination. Situated within the Sagarmatha National Park, the place is the home to the Sherpa village of Namche Bazaar where most expeditions to the mountainous peaks are staged.
#8 Lumbini:
The serenity of the place touches the soul of every traveler uniquely. It is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Buddha which makes it a pilgrimage destination that impresses the skeptics with its peaceful environment. Various attractions invite those travelers who are willing to explore their beauty in a day or two.
#9 Bhaktapur:
Shopaholics can fulfill their desire, as it is one of the best tourist attractions to buy terracotta and handicraft products. The history of the place is associated with the 8th century while in the 12th to 15th Century, the place was the capital of Nepal. The town is filled with red bricks, which makes it different from all other places.
#10 Boudanath:
It is a famous pilgrimage center and a spiritual tourist place for meditation in Nepal. The place is also known as Khasa Chaitya, which is located on the outskirts and has a massive mandala, which is known to make one of the largest spherical stupas in entire Nepal.