Pokhara is the most
popular destination for visitors to Nepal.
There is little in its past by way of
neither history nor culture impact and the
only important role that the old Pokhara
played was that it was along the route of
trade between India and Tibet. Today it is
one of the fastest developing cities of
Nepal, mainly due to tourism.
The natural beauty of its lakeside location
and its proximity to the mountains has made
in the natural choice for trekkers and
adventures. Pokhara is also the base for
some of most famous trekking circuits of
Nepal. By itself surrounding area provides
ample scope for short walk and day trips,
suitable for children or weary trekkers that
can be made around the valley.
Pokhara’s popularity has led it to
accommodate people of many nationalities and
there is no dearth of hotels, guesthouses
and other lodgings, ranging from the deluxe
to the super economy.
Foreigners find the Pokhara an oasis where
leisurely meals good books and shorts walk
can easily fill several days- ideal if you
are recovering from (or gearing up for)
travel to India. It is the combination of
the magnificent location, good-value
accommodation and food, and the proximity of
local village life that accounts for much of
Pokhara’s appeal.
