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 Nepal is one of the most diverse and beautiful places on earth—home to more than 70 different groups of people, rich in history, and generally unaffected by the modern ways of the western world still in the remote areas. With the world's 10 highest mountains, lush tropics, arctic tundra, high deserts, all compressed into 147,100 square km., there is always another mesmerizing place for us to take you to quickly. And unlike other Asian destinations, you can visit Nepal any time of year. The elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters above the sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8848 meters, all within a distance of 150 km (North-South) & 500km (East-West) resulting into climatic conditions from sub-tropical to Arctic.


 If fascinating cities and ancient architecture is what you seek, take a journey back in time to today's Kathmandu, the Kingdom's capital and travel crossroads. Shop its bazaars, visit its countless temples, walk the grounds of ancient palaces, or have a cup of Chiya at one of the many tea stands that offers people watching like you have never known it.

Few destinations in the world can match Nepal in the variety of adventure tourism : be it mountaineering, trekking, pony trekking, mountain biking,  nature tours, culture tours, pilgrim tours, white-water rafting, kayaking, canoeing, mountain flights, hot air ballooning, Bungy Jump, jungle safaris, bird watching, fishing, hang-gliding etc.
In addition, we have several special interest tours like orchid tours, culture trek, honey hunting, hunting tours, village tours, fossil hunting, meditation courses and seminars, shamanism-Panimism tour, cave culture, snow leopard and blue sheep trek and many more that take place throughout the year.

 SIGHTSEEING IN KATHMANDU

World heritage sites:
Kathmandu Durbarsquare:

Kathmandu is situated in the heart of the Nepal and has a rich history. Considered by many to be among the most beautiful cities in the world. The Licchavi Dynasty whose earliest inscriptions date back to 464 AD were the next rulers of the valley. The Malla Dynasty consisted of Newar rulers, who ruled Kathmandu Valley and the surrounding area from the 12th century till the 17th century, when the Shah Dynasty founder Prithvi Narayan Shah conquered the valley as he created present-day Nepal. Most of ancient Nepali Architecture present in Nepal today is from the Malla/Newar era.

The city of Kathmandu is named after a structure in Durbar Square called Kaasthamandap. In Sanskrit, Kaasth is "wood" and Mandap is "covered shelter." This unique temple, also known as Maru Sattal, was built in 1596 AD by King Laxmi Narsingh Malla. The entire structure contains no iron nails or supports and is made entirely from wood. Legend has it that the timber used for this two-story pagoda was obtained from a single tree. Kathmandu is also sometimes called "Kantipur". "Kanti" is an alternate name of the Goddess Laxmi, and "pur" means the place where such a goddess resides. Thus, the name Kantipur demonstrates the ancient belief that it is the place where Laxmi dwells.

Durbar Square is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site and surrounded by several Hindu temples Kumari temple (living goddess). The "old" city is noted for its many Buddhist and Hindu temples and palaces, most dating to the 17th century. Kathmandu has two important Buddhist stupas, Swayambhunath and Boudhanath, and a famous Hindu shrine, Pashupatinath temple. 


PATAN:
Patan is one of the major cities of Nepal. It is one of the sub-metropolitan cities of Nepal located in the south-western part of Kathmandu valley. It is best known for its rich cultural heritage, particularly its tradition of arts and crafts. It is also called as city of festival and feast, fine ancient art, making of metallic and stone carving statue. Krishna Mandir (temple) and Golden Temple (Buddhist temple) is famous to see in Patan.

BHAKTAPUR:
Bhaktapur known as Bhadgaon is an ancient Newar town in the east corner of the Kathmandu Valley on the way to Nagarkot. It is the third largest city in Kathmandu valley and was once the capital of Nepal during the great Malla Kingdom until the second half of the 15th century.

Bhaktapur is known for its fabulous culture and indigenous lifestyle. It is listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO for its rich culture, temples, artworks in wood, metal and stone. Many tourists visit Bhaktapur yearly to feel the indigenous lifestyle and to see the majestic view of the Himalayas from there. 55 windows Palace, Golden Temple, Nyatpola temple and Bisket festival is as well known.