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BEST HOLIDAY DESTINATION

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BEST HOLIDAY DESTINATION

KATHMANDU, NEPAL Nepal is a country of eternal beauty and attraction.

Bounded by the lofty heights of the Himalayas.

Interesting cultures, ancient history and indigenous people, picturesque scenery and some of the greatest walking on earth.

Highest mountain peak of the world, Mount Everest that stands tall at 8848 meters.

Lumbini-Famous for the birthplace of Gautama Buddha who laid the foundation of Buddhism in the country.

Rich traditions of art, historical sites, customs, culture and heritage.

Best destination for pleasure trip and adventure activities.

BOUDHANATH (STUPA)

Holiest and most recognizable sites in Kathmandu.

Largest temple in Nepal.

An octagonal base.

Surrounded by prayer wheels, and has colorful prayer flags draped from its 36-metre central spire.

Five statues of Dhyani Buddhas, representing the five elements (earth, fire, water, air and ether.

Surrounded by around 50 monasteries and shops .

EVEREST REGION

1,500 mile long Himalaya range contains every one of the world's fourteen 8000 meter peaks.

Base camp-must be taken slowly because of the altitude. It is reached after overnight stops at small settlements.

Trekkers may also be lucky enough to observe Everest climbers, acclimatizing themselves for the trip to the top of the world via the deadly Khumbu icefalls.

First mountain climbers in Malaysia-Datuk M.Magendran and follow by N.Mohanadas in 1997.

DURBAR SQUARE12th century temples surrounded by square, and the two adjoining squares.

The jewels in the crown are the Hanuman Dhoka itself-the complex of royal palaces.

The magnificent Taleju Temple built in 1564 by Mahendra Malla.

The Kumari Bahal an intricately carved three-storey structure built in 1757.

Kasthamandap building was constructed using a single sal tree.

Maju Deval is a Lord Shiva temple that built by triple-roofed dating from 1690.

BHAKTAPURA small town about 10 kilometers from Kathmandu is famous for its many varied temples.

Tallest temple with five-storey Nyatapola Temple built in 1702 during the reign of King Bhupatindra Malla.

Many buildings feature intricately carved woodwork.

Golden Gate, intricately carved and set into a bright red gatehouse, National Art Gallery, with an extensive collection of Tantric cloth paintings.grain laid out to dry in the sun, potters at work in Potters' square, locals weaving baskets, drying laundry or collecting water, and children playing.

PASHUPATINATH TEMPLEMost important Hindu temple.

Constructed by pagoda style of architecture

Stands on the banks of the Bagmati river that very popular for cremation.

Distinctive gilded rooftop, intricately carved and four silver-plated main doors surrounded by statues of deities.

Priests called Bhattas and chief priest called Mool Bhatt or Raval.

Cremation in progress, with a shrouded body lifted on top of a log fire, followed by ritual bathing in the river.

ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENFound 18 kilometers south of Kathmandu in the foothills of Mount Phulchowki; Opened by King Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev in 1962.

Hold over 500 species of plant in 82 hectares.

Decorative Coronation Pond, visitor, greenhouses, and collections of rhododendrons (Nepal's national flower), lilies, orchids, cacti and ferns. Spring and autumn are the peak flowering seasons and therefore the best times to visit.

The Godavari Spring, found 200 meters from the Botanical Gardens' main gate, is also well worth a look.

This freshwater spring spouting ice-cold water from the Godavari River is reputed to have been created when the Buddhist Mystic Padmasambhava struck a rock.

GARDEN OF DREAMSThe Garden of Dreams is located at Kaiser Mahal, Tridevi Marg, Kathmandu, Nepal.

A beautiful enclave found a stone's throw from the centre of Thamel.

The Garden occupies about half a hectare. Its lush lawns, sunken flower gardens, large central pond, fountains, gazebos and three neo-classical pavilions are kept in pristine condition.

Built by Field Marshall Kaiser Shumsher (1892-1964), son of Nepal's Prime Minister Chandra Shumsher.

NARAYANHITI PALACE MUSEUMThe Palace served as the primary residence of Nepal's monarchy for over a century until 2008.

The Palace comprises 52 rooms (19 are open to the public) and occupies 74 acres.

It was designed by American architect Benjamin Pol in the style of a contemporary pagoda.

The Museum showcases the belongings of former royalty, such as pictures of Queen Elizabeth II taken when the Windsor’s were on friendly terms with the Shah dynasty.

Including extensive gold-plating, numerous chandeliers and a large tiger-skin rug.

The Museum's extensive grounds are open to visitors to look out for fruit bats and 20 foot-tall bamboo.

CHITWAN NATIONAL PARKEstablished in 1973, the Chitwan National Park is a 932 square kilometer nature reserve of jungle.

Meaning of Chitwan- 'heart of the jungle.

Visitors has an excellent chance of spotting one-horned rhinos, deer, monkeys, wild boars, hyenas, gharial crocodiles and over 450 species of bird.

The Park is also home to leopards, wild elephants, sloth bears and majestic royal Bengal tigers.

KOPAN MONASTERY-Buddhist Monastery, meditation courses.

THAMEL-Commercial Neighborhood, Night life, shopping, Yoga, Outdoor recreation.

LANGTANG NATIONAL PARK- Red Panda, backpacking, protected area, parks, wildlife.

DHARAHARA- Tower with nine-storey built in 1832 containing 213 steps.

SWAYAMBHUNATH- An ancient religious architecture atop a hill in Kathmandu Valley.

Inclusive with multi-active week of rafting, mountain biking, bungee jumping, jungle safari, trekking, and etc.

Unbeatable terms of actions, adventure, culture and fun.

NEPAL CAN BE AN ADRENALINE ADVENTURE, A CULTURAL EYE OPENER, OR A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE, DEPENDING ON THE ITINERARY AND MINDSET OF THE TRAVELER.

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