Do you want to see a wild tiger? Don't miss the Bardiya National Park, the place where your wish is most likely to be fulfilled.

Bardiya National Park, your best chance to see a tiger!

Go into Gorkha town itself, which is one of the most historically interesting towns in Nepal.

The historic town of Gorkha

Itching to explore off the beaten track? Far-western Nepal and its remote villages are perfect for you.

Discover the villages of far-western Nepal

If you find yourself in the far west of Nepal, use it as a chance to scale the legendary 7,000m peaks.


Reaching 7,000 metres


Situated in the centre of Patan, Durbar Square is the heart and soul of the town. It's the most lively and interesting place in Patan.

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Namaste! Welcome to these pages on holidays in Nepal. Nepal is a country of legends influenced by its two direct neighbours: China and India. The birthplace of Buddha, enriched by its numerous temples and unique mountainous landscapes, has a lot to offer for its visitors. From the Tibetan temples to the valley of Everest, via the Himalayan mountain range, you will discover more than just simple landscapes during your travels in Nepal. Culture and religion hold a very crucial place in the discovery of « the dwelling place of God». A real ethnic blend, the Nepalese populace is welcoming and spiritual and will not hesitate to share their customs and traditions with you. Safaris in Nepal, riding elephants, trekking in the jungle, trekking towards Everest, this is what awaits the traveller that is avid of strong sensations and a change in scenery. With its cultural richness and exceptional environment, Nepal is a country that will not leave anyone indifferent. So, when is your next trip to Nepal?

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Pokhara, which could have been a haven of peace after 3 weeks spent in the mountains, turned out to be an unpleasant culture shock, a real tourist town where the behaviour of the foreigners was a real contrast to the culture of the country.

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Bungamati is a small, picturesque town in the Kathmandu region that's famous for being the birthplace of a popular regional god, Patan, Rato Machhendranath.

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With few visitors, this little town has a lovely, sleepy feel, particularly during the dry season. Residents hang out their washing or discreetly wash themselves, their modesty protected by sheets, outside on the paved streets, whilst the sound of wood carvers and their workshops break the silence that pervades the town. The main square is the hub, where a Sikhara, built in typical northern Indian style, is the focal point. The town is well known in the area, as it was the birthplace of Patan, Rato Machhendranath, a regional deity who's the God of Rain. The village annually welcomes Nepalese pilgrims from all over the region who come to worship at Bungamati. The festival is held every April or May, according to the lunar calendar and it's not unusual for the dates to be annonced only a few days in advance. The procession that carries the god's effigy leaves from Patan and arrives at Bungamati before doing an about turn. If, once you've visited the town's temples, you fancy a bite, then I recommend you try one of my favourite Nepalese snacks - 'moong dal', which are lentil crisps sold in small bags from stalls. The tastiest ones are in blue bags! If you choose the purple bags, be warned...make sure you have a sweet drink and some tissues to hand, as the hot spices will make your eyes water...

Situated on a hill dressed in the brilliant green of paddy fields, the village of Bungamati is known for its woodwork. Easily accessible by bus, it can be the destination of a charming escape from Patan. You will bump into hardly any tourists there and you can enjoy being in close proximity to the native population and their daily activities: drying rice in the sun in the village's public square for the women and working with wood in the surrounding workshops for the men. 
Although we date it from the Middle Ages, Bungamati was actually built in the 16th century around a very beautiful temple dedicated to Machendranath: the god of the Kathmandu Valley and the god of rain. It is guarded by two stone lions. 
Unfortunately, on the day following the festival dedicated to this god, an earthquake surprised the participants on 25 April 2015. According to the written information I have on the subject, Bungamati was seriously affected by the catastrophe.

Not far from <a href="/nepal/">Patan</a>, the little Newar village of Bungamati has a particularly peaceful atmosphere.

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