
Sumérgete en la rica historia y cultura de Pokhara a través de sus museos y monumentos.
Pokhara, the tourism and adventure capital of Nepal, sits on the banks of the serene Phewa Lake and in the shadow of the majestic Annapurna massif and the iconic Machapuchare (Fishtail) peak. Much more relaxed and green than Kathmandu, the city is the world's base camp for hikers, lovers of aerial sports such as paragliding and travelers in search of nature and spirituality.
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Meeting point of Himalayan cultures: Gurung, Magar and Newar ethnic groups coexist with traditional settlements of Tibetan refugees.
Fascinating museum dedicated to the geology of the Himalayas, the history of the great expeditions to the eight thousand mountains, the Sherpa people and the legend of the Yeti.
Traditional Tibetan community with a Buddhist monastery, a wool rug hand-weaving workshop, and authentic craft shops.
The oldest and most important Hindu temple in Pokhara, perched on a small hill in Old Pokhara and dedicated to the goddess Bhagwati.
It showcases the legendary history, uniforms, weapons and decorations (including Victoria Crosses) of Nepal's feared and respected Gurkha soldiers.
Nepal's biggest food and music street party along the entire Lakeside waterfront avenue.
The festival of lights that honors animals (dogs, crows, cows) and the goddess Lakshmi with candles and night chants.
A massive and joyful explosion of colored powders and water in the streets of Lakeside to celebrate the arrival of spring.
Originally inhabited by the Gurung and Magar ethnic groups in the surrounding hills and by the Newar community in the valley, Pokhara was a crucial crossing point on the trans-Himalayan trade routes linking India to Tibet.
In the 18th century it became part of the unified kingdom of Nepal under the Shah dynasty. In the 1950s, the arrival of Tibetan refugees and the opening of the first roads transformed the valley, boosting textile crafts and local trade.
Since the 1970s, with the arrival of the hippie movement and the rise of mountaineering on the Annapurna Circuit, Pokhara evolved to become the epicenter of ecotourism, extreme sports and wellness in the Himalayas.
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Meeting point of Himalayan cultures: Gurung, Magar and Newar ethnic groups coexist with traditional settlements of Tibetan refugees.
Historic crossroads of trans-Himalayan trade and cradle of the epic of modern mountaineering of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Modern hotel buildings and country houses predominate, with isolated religious gems and the Newar charm of the old town.
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Zie volledige gidsInstead of staying on the main platform of Sarangkot, continue walking 10 minutes further towards the ruins of the ancient fort (Kaski Kot) to enjoy the sunrise in total solitude.
Take a local taxi to Lake Begnas at midday, rent a boat to cross to the small family restaurants on the other side of the lake, and enjoy a leisurely lunch with views of the mountain reflections.
Bring your palms together at chest level and bow your head slightly saying 'Namaste'; It is the most respectful and appreciated way to say hello and thank you.
In Buddhist stupas and monasteries (such as the Shanti Stupa or Tibetan settlements), always walk and turn the prayer wheels clockwise.
Don't drink tap water. Use sealed bottled water or refill your canteen with purifying filters at Lakeside's 'Safe Water' points.
Take advantage of Lakeside's many Ayurvedic massage and reflexology centers to relieve muscle overload after descending the Annapurna trails.
Pokhara is one of the best destinations in the world for tandem paragliding; Make sure you hire the activity through agencies authorized by the CAAN (Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal).
Swimming is not recommended in the areas near Lakeside due to the constant boat traffic and the presence of currents or mud on the bottom; opt for Lake Begnas for safe swimming.
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