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.

Pokhara

Chitwan National Park

Lukla

Located just 33 km from Kathmandu, Nagarkot is the closest village to the capital  from where it's possible to see Everest.

Nagarkot

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As with my visit to Gorkha, I went to Nagarkot because of its close proximity to the Himalayas and for the opportunity to see the world's tallest peak, Mount Everest. This 8,848 metre high giant is used as a symbol for <a href="/nepal/">tourism in Nepal</a>. Only a handful of seasoned mountain climbers can even consider attempting the ascent. For the ordinary mortals amongst us, simply seeing it is an immensely rewarding experience. Nagarkot is a pretty mountain village and serves as a nice base from which to head out on any of the numerous hikes that exist here. The choice of walks to do is practically unlimited, and each has its own particular collection of wonderful views to offer.
I had an absolutely delightful time walking in the countryside of the surrounding area and admiring the Himalayas, even if I didn't actually get to experience the joy of seeing Everest. I do recommend coming here to try your luck yourself. Though Lady Everest didn't choose to reveal herself to me, I've still been left with wonderful memories of my time in Nagarkot anyway.
 
*Following the powerful earthquakes that struck Nepal in April and May of 2015, the country is gradually being rebuilt. This article was written before that natural disaster occurred.

Located just 33 km from Kathmandu, Nagarkot is the closest village to the capital from where it's possible to see Everest.

<a href="/nepal/">Our trip to Nepal</a> started on a difficult-to-navigate, bumpy, pot-holed road. After a seemingly endless procession of bends in the road, in a dismal state (altitude sickness is awful), we finally arrived in Nagarkot. It's a small village, very discreet, with prayer flags hanging here and there... the suffering we endured on the bus was just so worth it.
After a 3-week slog on a bus going left, right and centre, we wanted to take a week to stop and breathe in life in Nepal. We wanted to rest, and sink into the local culture. We got up at 5am every morning to drink in the beautiful sunrise. What you see is an environment that is never still, where even sometimes, because of the misty clouds, the line of the horizon would blur and the land and the sky melt into one another, all of which is revealed as the sun comes up.
And then, from time to time, the sun would pierce the clouds, slashing and draping the view with uncountable shades of pink, orange and blue. Enchanting, fleeting moments in the Himalayas.
This week-long holiday also gave us the opportunity to meet the locals and build new friendships. Here, you are welcomed with open, smiling faces. Oh, and if a villager invites you back to their home, leap at the chance, you won't be disappointed! You will meet their family, drink traditional tea and eat sweetcorn. As for communication, you'll all get by using approximative sign language, a lot like a good game of charades!
 
 *Nepal after the powerful earthquakes that shook the country in April and May 2015. The country is slowly coming back to its feet. This article was written before the disaster struck.

Behind the clouds in Nepal, there is a little village hidden in the Himalayas called Nagarkot Each morning holds in store a variety of landscapes revealed by the sunrise. It is sublime, colourful... And in the distance, when the sky is clear, you can see Mount Everest wearing it's eternal coat of snow and ice.

I left Kathmandu by motorbike to reach Nagarkot, the destination that is loved so much by the Nepalese of the valley. The journey itself is an adventure: although it is close to the capital in terms of kilometres, it is a long trip (between 2 and 3 hours by motorbike) because after going straight along the motorway, during which time your visor becomes covered in dust, the road begins to wind along the mountainsides in a steep ascent and the magnificent panoramas unfold before your astonished gaze. We cross rivers first, then pine forests before finding "civilisation" again, or rather a lonely village with several hotels offering spectacular views over the valley. There is no need to stay several days in the village itself, because it is mainly interesting for its viewpoints, especially at dawn or sunset when the sun melts into the horizon, between two mountain peaks, and its golden rays paint the sky with a range of incredible colours.

Nagarkot is a little village some thirty kilometres from Kathmandu, perched on the top of a mountain and offering, if you are lucky, a breathtaking view over the surrounding countryside.

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