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Best places to visit in Nepal

For decades, a trip to Nepal has been the dream; the ultimate goal of many people. It is a destination known the world over. Despite the devastating earthquake that his the country in Spring 2015, Nepal, also known as "the Home of the Gods", has quickly rebounded and a trip there is still extraordinary. Whatever you choose to do, you are bound to return from your trip a changed person.

Nepal is so diverse that it often feels like a thousand different destinations in one. To help you make your decisions, the entire Evaneos Travel family and those who love Nepal will share their experiences and provide advice as to the landmarks you just cannot miss out during your trip.

The capital city, Kathmandu, is a pure jewel. Nowhere else in the country will you experience such cultural diversity. It's quite easy to pass hours away on Durbar Square without even noticing the time go by. Pashupatinath is a sacred location with an absolutely incredible atmosphere. Many visitors say that they've never experienced such strong emotions than they did here. Also near the capital, Swayambhunath is an equally important religious centre, but this time of Buddhism. With its beautiful lake, Pokhara is not to be missed if you're keen on walking. It attracts hikers of all levels. The roof of the world, Mount Everest, is in fact not just for experienced mountaineers.

Besides these classic tourist attractions, the Durbar Square in Patan, the grand Stupa in Boudhanath and the typical mountain life in Gorkha are equally sensational landmarks for those looking to discover the profound, typical and authentic aspects of Nepal. A trip to Nepal is the ideal opportunity to follow the trails of a tiger in Chitwan National Park as well as in Badiya National Park.

So, it's now up to you to decide which of these ideas will inspire your upcoming trip to Nepal!

Annapurna Circuit is the best known of Nepal's treks amongst hikers. We were warned that it could get extremely busy, and that turned out to be a pretty accurate description.
In the Katmandou valley, there are as many districts as there are towns. Each site in the area surrounding Katmandou, which makes up the Katmandou Valley, offers a unique experience that you should not pass up, under any circumstance, during your holiday in Nepal.
An essential stopover before attacking the Annapurnas mountains - at 3,185m you'll need all your strength to cover its rocky, vertiginous heights.
Manang is a mandatory stop in the trek. This time-out allows the body to acclimatise to the to the lower oxygen levels of high mountains. The Annapurnas mountain range is an excellent opportunity for hiking amateurs wishing to exploit their passion.
The Thorang La pass is the highest pass in the world, with an altitude of 5416 metres.
Perched at an altitude of more than 3,700 metres, Muktinath is a major pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists.
Langtang is a region north of Kathmandu, on the Tibetan border. The area is home to numerous mountains, the highest being Mount Langtang Lirung at 7,246m high.
Machapuchare is a sacred mountain in the Annapurnas range in central Nepal. It's peak is 6,993m high.
The Annapurna Sanctuary Trek leads up to the Annapurna Base Camp, which lies at an altitude of 4,100 metres.
One of the highest lakes (at 4900m of altitude) in the Annapurna region of the Himalayas.
Phewa Lake, or Phewa Tal in Nepali, is a huge lake beside the town of Pokhara in central Nepal.
I visited Pashupatinath for the same reason I went to Benares and I certainly found what I was looking for. It's a temple dedicated to Shiva on the banks of the Bagmati River and a place where you can watch some startling ceremonies.
TeraÏ is a region situated in the south of the country. Being on the Nepalese/Indian border it's home to Taru ethnic groups.
In Sanskrit, the Himalayas means "abode of snow". This group of mountains covers an area of more than 600,000 km² and is home to the highest summits in the world (14 of its summits are more than 8,000 metres high).
A small village in the Himalayas and a classic stage of the trek around the Annapurnas.
A stop on the famous "Annapurna Circuit" at 4000 m of altitude.
Lodge at an altitude of 14895 feet and stop-over of Nepal's second most famous hike.
Trekkers doing the Helambu and Langtang treks often stay at Kutumsang, which is at an altitude of 2,470 metres. Only a few of its houses were left standing after the earthquakes of 25th April and 12th May 2015.
Chisapani is the first stop on the Helambu Valley Trek - a little town with breathtaking views of the mountains. And just as well!
A village perched high up on the mountain, which you reach via an alternative route on the hike through the Annapurnas.
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