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

Situated 20km South of Kathmandu, Dakshin Kali is a site of great importance to Hinduism in Nepal.

Dakshinkali

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Dakshinkali is a lovely temple, known for its ceremonies and sacrifices. Sensitive souls should abstain from going there on a Saturday or Tuesday (celebration days) with the risk of witnessing a spectacle which will definitely appear unpleasant to you. However, these are also the days of interest to immerse yourself into a completely different culture to our own (at least those who are non Hindus). The offerings also take the form of flowers, spices and fruit. The atmosphere is consistently good in a zen way, all forming a rather nice ensemble.
The sacrifices were not my favourite moments of the day, particularly when the hibiscus juice resembling blood flows along the steps, in order to heighten the sensational effect... A detail which seemed a bit gory to me (but all a question of perception). Whatever it be, lovers of escapades beyond the beaten track will be delighted! An unexpected experience during<a href="/nepal/">your journey in Nepalese lands.</a> 
I must add that I visited Nepal before the 2015 earthquake, so it is possible that the places may have changed a lot since.

A temple dedicated to Kali and an honoured place of pilgrimage in the Kathmandu Valley.

Dakshin Kali is one of the most visited <a href="/nepal/">tourist attractions in Nepal</a>. The roads surrounding the site are home to a real open-air market, with all sorts of trinkets on offer.
Every Tuesday, but it's even more impressive on a Saturday, when the Hindus descend upon the temple, where they offer sacrifices, which are supposed to appease the goddess Kali's wrath. I'd even suggest arriving on Friday - so you don't miss out on the morning ceremonies. Before you make the journey to Dakshin Kali, I should probably tell you exactly what happens there. Kali is known by Hindus for her wrath. To appease this and satisfy her thirst for blood, the faithful come by their thousands to sacrifice their chickens, goats and more... The animals are beheaded one by one; the priests-come-butchers literally wade in a pool of blood. To be honest, I personally found the whole show a bit grim and sickening. I much preferred the offerings of flowers which were made in the temple a little bit further up.
 
 *After the powerful earthquakes which hit Nepal in April and May 2015, the country is slowly rebuilding itself. This article was written before the disaster.

Situated 20km South of Kathmandu, Dakshin Kali is a site of great importance to Hinduism in Nepal.

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