Picturesque villages of Nepal you shouldn't miss

 

Nepal’s the first village : Ghale Gaun

Ghale Gaun village, the best village among south Asian villages, is the perfect example of home stay based tourism destination in Nepal.

It is situated at the foot of Lamjung Himal in north central Nepal. It is an exotic pristine village endowed with an unparalleled scenic grandeur and a home to world famous Gurkha soldiers- the Gurungs. Repository of a unique ethnic culture Ghale gaun is a true microcosm of stunning natural beauty mixed with an unspoiled ethnic lifestyle. Being surrounded by snow-capped mountains, it becomes a must visit place for all mountain-village lovers.

Wearing traditional dresses, super-friendly villagers welcome tourists with warm greetings by offering unique local foods like Dhido, Sel roti made from Kodo, Changra curry etc.

Trek to Ghale gaun village is one of the best newly opened trekking routes in Nepal which makes it less crowded as well as a offbeat trail. It passes through the dense forests, lush greenery, waterfalls, post card perfect landscapes, goats and sheep grazing across the pastures while discovering the rich culture of the Annapurna.

Here, mornings and days are sweat-free; then the evenings and nights are mesmerizing, filling the dark canvas with glittering lights from the tiny houses, mirroring the clear night sky with deep silence engulfing the whole village. You may get lost in your positive thoughts looking at the starry sky while sitting at small window, sipping hot water.

Ghale gaun trekking offers superb breathtaking view of majestic western Himalayas including Machhapuchhare (6693m) Annapurna (8091m), Annapurna II (7939m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Lamjung Himal (6932m), Bouddha Himal ((6974m), Himalchuli (6747m) and many more smaller peaks. 

Trip Highlight

• The beautiful village is surrounded by Annapurna Circuit trails.
• Slide show program about Gurung culture, life style, natural beauty & many more.
• The SAARC village Tourist Museum.
• Tour to Buddha Monasteries, Khudi Bazar, Birds watching at Marshyangdi River & Khudi stream Bank.
• Gorgeous sight of sunsrise and sunset from the view-tower at Gorkha Army Park.
• Good for cultural, singles' Tour, religious, seniors' Tour, photography, natural cruises, family travel, environmental education and home stay with cultural program.

Elevation: 2100 Metres Lamjung District.

Activities: Trekking and Hiking

Transportation: Domestic airplane and private vehicle (108 Km northwest of Kathmandu and 12.5Km northeast of Pokhara.

Group Size: 2-12 people, Drive to Khudi 7 Hour, . After 5 hours waling in the middle of the forest you will reach to Ghale Gaun.

 

 

 City of Lakes "Chhore-Patan"

Chhore-Patan is also known as the ‘City of lakes.’ Chhorepatan offers superb breathtaking panoramic view of majestic western Himalayas including Annapurna Himalayan Range and Manaslu Himalayan Range and rest other. Chhorepatan Hiking is one of the best unexplored hiking routes in Nepal which passes through nature and discover the rich culture of the region.

Chore-Patan Hike passes through the forests, villages and awesome waterfalls and rivers, lush valleys, beautiful landscape. Chore-patan is situated at the foot of Davis fall and Gupteshwar Mahadev cave. 100 years ago Chore-Patan used to be a hunting place for Tigers. There is Janti Luka ko Dhunga. It’s a trap for tigers. Churepatan can be witness form World Peace Pagoda. Bulaudi Khola, Pardi Khola , Fusre khola are rivers which you can see from the hill.You can hike fron chhorepatan to World Peace Pagoda(5-6 Km away).

Trpis Highlights

• David Fall

• Gupteshwar Mahadev cave

• Tigers cave

•  Tibetain Refugee Camp

• Lakeside
• Hike ( Chhorepatan to World Peace Pagoda) 
• Foksing-Nirmal Pokhari
• Bayeli, Dopahare, Kristi and Ranni 
• Mattikhan ( This name is replaced by KOTKALIKA. This place used to be palace when Nepal was not unified By King Prithivi Narayan Shah.Chaite Dhasin is a festival where animal Scarified activity do yearly.
  

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Chhorepatan is a place in the region of Western Region in Nepal.

Name: Chhorepatan (Chhorepatan)
Status: Place
Region name (Level 2): Gandaki Zone

Region name (Level 1): Western Region

Country: Nepal
Continent: Asia
Chhorepatan is located in the region of Western Region. Western Region's capital Pokhara. (Pokhara) is approximately 8.5 Km/5.1 Mi away from Chhorepatan. The distance from Chhorepatan to Nepal's capital (Kathmandu) is approximately 145 km / 90 mi .

Maybe also interesting: Distances from Chhorepatan to the largest places in Nepal.

 

 

 

 The sweetest Ghanruk Village

Ghandruk village is the most visited trekking area in Nepal. Ghandruk village, the second Gurung village of Nepal is promoting rural tourism with the local resources. The major attractions of Ghandruk village are friendly Gurung community and the people. Besides this, the unspoiled culture, rural lifestyle, local foods, guest reception and the mesmerizing view of glittering Himalayas will capture your heart. 

Ghandruk village (1,940 m), a culturally inhabited region of Nepalese Gurung community. The village is located in Kaski district, in between Lumle and Dangsing village. It’s one of the most recognized overnight halts during the trekking time in Annapurna region. The village also attracts local travellers from across the country. The view of Annapurna Mountain ranges including Machhapuchre and Himchuli are spectacular from Ghandruk. 

The village is a halt of trekkers at the time of trekking in Annapurna region. People who are going for the Annapurna Base Camp trek, Poon Hill trek, Annapurna Circuit trek and lower Mustang trek stay a night at this place.

A short day trek (approx. 6 hours) from Nayapul will take you towards this attractive village. One doesn’t need a hard climbing and down falling and to take long and exhausting walking. Also, there is no worry about high altitude sickness. Foreigners require a TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) and ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) permit before to enter Ghandruk village. Those who are looking for a public vehicle to reach Nayapul from Pokhara (72 KM, approx. 3 hours), you will find a public bus in every next 20 minutes from Prithivi Chok. Trek lovers can enjoy the walk through the bank of rivers and lush green forest with the diversity of birds. 

 

Beautiful Indigenous Sikles Village

Sikles is a beautiful indigenous Gurung village located in Kaski District. This beautiful trek is a great preface to the beauty of the Annapurna range and the rich culture and their lifestyle of Gurung community. Sikles is one of the largest model trekking Gurung village in Nepal. 

• Full of adventure, on the way to Hugu there is no any resting places or any village is found. There might be wild animal’s threat. The way towards Hugu is more challenging but yet beautiful as it pass by the side of river that flows from Kafuche Lake.  
• On the way to the Hugu, you will be witnessing amazing waterfall which is on the half way to Hugu. The route in between Sikles to Hugu is greenery, forest way, river bank side walk and amazing overall.
•  Sikles, a beautiful tourist destination in Kaski district, which offers majestic panoramic views of the mountains has been attracting a large number of domestic tourists recently. 
•  The destination is home to the indigenous village of the Gurung communities and was declared as one of the 100 most important tourist destinations in Nepal by the government. This has also boosted its appeal to foreigners visiting Nepal.
•  The beautiful villages with the houses roofed by stones and the warm hospitality shown by the locals are the other attractions of Sikles.

• The indigenous village that lies on the lap of the Annapurna range is famous for ecotourism. “Gurung tradition, cultural dance, peaceful environment and hospitable locals are the unique selling propositions of Sikles.
•  Sikles village is a mostly Gurung ethnic village and known as primarily the second largest Gurung village in Nepal. 

• Beautiful snow-capped mountains views, walking through rocky terrain, rich in flora and fauna. Every day, hike through the wonder of green nature, cold and fresh air, the green forest turns into different your enjoyment. 
•  The village has five traditional neighborhoods around Sikles trekking. They are Lama-Thar, Sabha-thar, Harpu-thar, Dhaprang-thar and Gairi-thar.

• You are approached through a close look at the formation of mysterious mountain wonders like Annapurna 4th to the north and Annapurna 2nd and Lamjung Himal.

 

The starting point of Mardi Himal trekking route Lwang Village:

Lwang Ghalel homestay is one of the most successful village tourism product in Nepal. The village is just about 30 km northwest of Pokhara. But they have preserved their cultural heritage very well to feel the uniqueness of remote Nepalese village. Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) and the homestay management committee have taken care of the hygiene and basics to host tourists.

Day 01: Drive or fly to Pokhara from Kathmandu

Day 02: Drive to Lwang village (Lwang Ghalel).

Day 03: Visit tea garden, village and canyoning site. You can participate and learn the village life, observe feeding and milking cattle, churning of yogurt and making butter, traditional way of grinding cereals to make flour for your meal. Learn about their custom and help them prepare your meal.

Day 04: Drive back to Pokhara.

Day 05: Drive to next destination.

Lwang village tour could be combined with short trek from 2 days to 8 days in the region. The village is in the foothills of the Mardi Himal and Mt Fishtail. The Gurung village is also the starting point of Mardi Himal trekking route (The Hidden Paradise). The major occupations of villagers are tourism (homestay), military service, overseas employment, organic tea factory & agriculture. Place of attraction:

• Typical Gurung Village Typical Gurung Village stone roof & wall house, like other villages, Lwang village also has diversity in many culture & caste but mostly Gurungs are the natives of this village. The people of Lwang village are kind, open-hearted, well-mannered & well cultured. Here Gurung community has a rich tradition & culture. The Gurung people are helpful & honest.

 • Tea Garden

 • Paragliding Spot

• Buddhist monastery

• Chorten (Peace Stupa)

• Temple of Lord Shiva

• King Furlong (Ancient Fort) Accommodation & facilities

Lwang village has 11 houses which provide home stay facilities. The home stays are registered under the ministry of tourism of Nepal. The 11 houses can accommodate around 60-70 people at a time. The houses provide clean rooms with basic amenities like toilets, bathrooms, hot & cold shower etc. There is no restaurant or hotels in the village. Since home stay package include food & accommodation, the guests are provided with breakfast, lunch & dinner in the same house where they are staying.

 

 

First-hand experience of village life in Sirubari.

The Sirubari Village Homestay program gives visitors a first-hand experience of village life in Sirubari, a pristine Gurung village in Syangja district of Nepal. Throughout the year, the weather remains pleasant in this beautiful hamlet. From Pokhara, a short drive and walk across a picturesque landscape leads us to Sirubari. The inhabitants of Sirubari who are well known for their hospitality, will do their best to make you comfortable in their homes and village. Sirubari Village Homestay is one of the best way to explore local life of Nepali people. And it is one of the famous package in Nepal fr the travelers. Sirubari village Homestay tour is a model home-stay tour package in Nepal.

Sirubari, a village in Syangja district southwest of Pokhara, is a short drive from Pokhara followed by a comfortable walk. The village is on a south-facing slope at 1,700 m above sea level. The climate is ideal at all times of the year with no snow ever falling in the village itself. However, the ideal time to visit is between September and June. The houses are mostly built from local materials and are well constructed and comfortable.

 

Traditional starting point of the Annapurna Circuit trek 90 mins away from Bandipur Village

The Newari town of Bandipur is one of central Nepal's hidden gems. It combines traditional village architecture, epic Himalayan views, lovely countryside walks, local adventure sports, and excellent accommodation. It's also an ideal place to break up the drive between Pokhara and Kathmandu while getting a relaxing taste of rural Nepal in the process. Bandipur's architecturally striking boutique hotels are an attraction unto themselves, as many have been converted from traditional Newari merchant houses. The rooms are often austere, with exposed roof beams, ochre brickwork, wooden shutters and few pieces of furniture. However, in some hotels, you'll find rooftop terraces that take full advantage of the grand views. The nicest lodging options can be pricey (for Nepal), but there are many smaller budget guesthouses lining the town's main street. Bandipur is three hours’ drive from Pokhara, five hours' drive from Kathmandu, and 90 minutes from Besisahar—the traditional starting point of the Annapurna Circuit trek.

For superb early morning views, walk 30 minutes up to the hilltop viewpoint at the Tani Mai Temple. You'll be treated to a sweeping panorama of both Himalayan peaks and the Marsyangdi Valley below. For an easier hike with nearly as breathtaking views, stroll to the Martyrs Memorial Park, or to nearby Tundikhel, a former parade ground that now serves as the town's main football field. Head to the far end of the Tundikhel ridge, grab a cold drinks and savor it as the sun sets over the blushing Himalayan range in front of you.

Bandipur is also a good location for some longer hikes. A nice half-day walk leads downhill to the Siddha Gufa, the largest cave in Nepal. You'll explore it by torchlight as you gradually descend into successive chambers via a series of ladders and ropes. A resident sadhu lives deep in the cave, chanting alone in the atmospheric gloom. Adventurers can abseil down through the roof of the cave 'Mission Impossible'-style. Rock climbing is also possible on the nearby cliffs, and there is superb cannoning route to Chitwan National Park.

A couple of tour operators in Bandipur also offer paragliding from a launch site just above the town.

Another half-day hike will take you to Ramkot, a traditional Magar village that boasts one of the region's last surviving thatched-roof roundhouses. Local villagers have set up the simple Mountain View Restaurant at the end of town, where thatched cabanas front an eye-catching horizon of Himalayan peaks spanning Dhaulagiri and the Annapurnas as far as Manaslu Mountain and the distant Langtang region.