The second largest valley in Nepal houses the beautiful lakeside hamlet of Pokhara. This picturesque town lies in the shadow of the Himalayas and is another destination hotspot. With the Annapurna Mountain range towering in Pokhara’s existence has everything to do with its location, which attracts thousands of travelers from around the world each year. It is west of Kathmandu, and easily accessible. To get to Pokhara you can either fly, take a bus, or private transport since it’s located roughly 200 km west of Kathmandu. The journey itself between Kathmandu and Pokhara can definitely be part of the adventure flying over the snow-capped Himalayas to the north and green Mahabharata range to the south is thrilling, while the overland journey past sparse rural settlements nested along the Trishuli River provides a view of life particular to Nepal's middle hills. Each day you can find all three transportation options between the two cities.
Pokhara is an enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley even lower than the capital Kathmandu. It is also the starting point for many of Nepal's most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the magnificence of the fifth-tallest summit, Machhapuchhre (6977m) rises high above. This city should be a part of anyone’s adventure in Nepal. Whether you decide to stop through on your way to bigger adventures or decide to stay and meander around this quiet hamlet by the lake, Pokhara will delight everyone who visits.
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