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Posted: 2006-04-20 21:40:56
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Kathmandu Valley : Kathmandu valley has historically been the centre of commerce and trade in Nepal . The fertile valley has always been a centre of agriculture and still is. Kathmandu is a melting pot of Hindu and Buddhist culture. Kathmandu and Patan contain a wide variety of temples, shrines, monasteries and medieval pagodas. Right outside the city are numerous chances to enjoy a glimpse of rural village life the way it has been for hundreds of years. I offer opportunities for guided treks around the valley I also have programs designed for touring the famous religious and cultural sites of Kathmandu . Tours are led by our knowledgeable and certified guides. Personal transportation is provided and all tours are private. So please let us introduce you to our home and history in Kathmandu . For more details on the attractions in Kathmandu valley, please refer to the guidebook " Attractions in Kathmandu & its Successful Management " by Ammar Raj Guni & Ananda K. Maharjan. Inside kathmandu valley there are some other important place such as Baisedhara Water Garden , Kapan monasteries, Nagarjun hill, Phulchoki etc. Around kathmandu valley * Changu Narayan (World Heritage Site), * Kirtipur,* Budhanilkantha,* Suryabinayak,* Nagarkot,* Sankhu, * Sundarijal,* Gokarna,* Chobhar,* Pharping, * Panauti,* Kakani,* Daman , Banglamukhi,* Godawari * Bajra Barahi,* Phulchoki,* Khokana,* The Zoo (Jawalakhel) etc. Here are some options for guided tours in Kathmandu , Patan, and Bhaktapur. These are various packages designed to give you a variety of cultural experiences during your tour. Each package is a one day tour. Day 01: Kathmandu Durbar Square + Monkey Temple + Boudhanath + Pashupatinath temple. Day 02: Patan Durbar Square + Bhaktapur Durbar Square + Changunarayan Kathmandu Durbar Square : The seat of royalty till the last century, Kathmandu Durbar Square is a wondrous cluster of ancient temples, palaces, courtyards and streets. The most note worthy among them are the Hanuman dhoka palace complex, the living goddess and the Taleju temple. For the more information refer the guide-book about “ Attraction of Kathmandu Valley and it's Successful Managementâ€. Patan Durbar Square : No where else can be seen a compression of marvellous monuments within a limited space like in the Patan Durbar Square . Besides the old royal palace, what dominates all others in grace and grandeur in this complex is the 17th century Krishna mandir. Other landmarks within the square are the marvellous Tushahity, Sundarichowk, Taleju-Temple etc. The Golden temple and the terra-cotta temple of Maha Bouddha are the highlights in the vicinity. Bhaktapur Durbar Square : Of the valleys three Durbar Square , the Bhaktapur Durbar Square is the best preserved. Still emanating the medieval aura. This splendid palatial complex has its gems in such artistic masterpieces as the 55-windows palace, the Golden gate and the Taleju. The 15th century Dattatreya temple and the world famous peacock window. Swayambhunath Stupa: One of the world's oldest Buddhist shrines, the stupa graces a hilltop, 77 m. above the valley bottom. This huge dome-like structure is surrounded by 13 gilded rings representing 13 Heavens and an elaborate canopy. Pashupatinath Temple : One of the most sacred Hindu shrine in the world. The two storied pagoda houses a sacred lignum or the phallic symbol of Lord Shiva. Although the temple dates back to the 4th century, it was brought into its present shape in the early 18th century. The temple is most noted for its gold-plated roofs and silver-coated doors. Boudhanath Stupa: One of the world's largest stupa of its kind. The unique aspect of this great Buddhist monument is that it is set in the octagonal mandala design. Also set into the riches around this huge structure are the hundreds of prayer wheels and the 108 images of the Buddha adoring the Stupa. Another notable aspect of the area is the presence of about four dozen monasteries around it. Changunarayan Temple : Which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, boasts of being the ol- dest pagoda dead 424 AD is the believed to be the oldest of all such written records. More place to visit and study in valley and around: (if you have time and interested): Dakshinkali: Canopied by four gilded serpents spiralling up to make up the pinnacle, this open shrine is dedicated to the ferocious Hindu female deity. Dakshinkali its location in the midst of a soothing jungle. Just 20 km. South from the valley. Kakani: At 1982 m. sea level is one of the most remarkable mountain balconies for viewing a chain of Himalayan peaks and sun set. The place 29 km. to the north of Kathmandu . Godavari: Godavari is a preferred place for devotees, the royal Botanical Garden attracts all those who love nature in its pristine form. The peaceful garden is also a preferred place for watching birds and lies 22 km. south of Kathmandu . Sankhu: Sankhu is north east from Kathmandu . This unspoiled Newar settlement is best known for its cultural richness as well as the 17th century Vajra Yogini shrines atop a nearby mountain. Adding to its medieval grandeur are the quaint streets and rows of old artistic buildings and temples. Bungamati: This village is has some of the most defined culture in all Nepal . Its main highlights are the Macchendranranth temple and a Buddhist monastery. Bungamati is equally famous for its dextrous wood-carvers. Surya Vinayak: It is one of the valleys four main Ganesh shrines. It is in Bhaktapur. Devotees throng this temple to pay homage and offer animal sacrifices to the elephant-headed deity. The place is also pleasant to view the Bhaktapur city as well as the Himalaya Panorama. Natural history Museum : It has fine display of Himalayan butterflies, snakes and plants. Rare birds and insect species. National woodworking museum: The building of museum itself it the museum and contain very finely carved pillars, windows, doors and struts. Also there are wood carving samples that go back the Pujari Math. Patan Museum : The Patan museum inside Patan Durbar in the Durbar Square specialises in bronze statues and religious objects, which add up to nearly 900 items. Some of the art goes back to as early as the 11th century. Most of the statues are of Buddha . Vishnu Lokeswar and Devi, covering both the Hindu and the Buddhist iconology. Chovar Gorge: Manjushri (Buddhist saint) came upon a huge lake long ago and saw a huge lotus emanating bright light at its centre. So he cut a deep gorge in the wall of the lake and let the water gout in order to observe and worship the lotus. The bed of the lake because Kathmandu valley and the place where he cut the lake is said to be Chovar. An intricate cave is located there as well as a Ganesh Temple . Nagarkot: At a height of 1985 meters above sea level. The hilltop is visited for viewing beautiful sun rises and sun sets on the clear day Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Gauri Shanker and the Everest can be seen. Dhulikhel: This old Newar town is rich in culture and for temples and stupas. From here long mountain range can be seen. National Bronze Art Museum : It has a collection of same of the finest pieces of bronze created by valley artisans and the number of items (about Hindus and Buddhist religion) is about 900. Bronze and Brass Museum (Pujari Math): The Bronze and Brass museum is housed near the pujari Math. Much of the displays have been restored and are in excellent condition. Pokhara Valley : If Kathmandu is the cultural hub of Nepal , Pokhara is its centre of adventure. An enchanting city nestled in a tranquil valley, it is the starting point form many of Nepal? most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The atmosphere on the shore of Phewa Lake is one of excited vitality as hipster backpackers crowd the many bars And Restaurants exchanging recommendations on guest houses and viewpoints, both by the lake and above the clouds. Pokhara is a place of remarkable natural beauty . The serenity of Phewa lake and the magnificence of the fishtailed summit of Machhapuchhre (6977 m.) rising behind it create an ambience of peace and magic. At an elevation lower than Kathmandu , it has a much more tropical feel to it, a fact well appreciated by the beautiful diversity of flowers which proper in its environs. Indeed, the valley surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forests, gushing rivers, emerald lakes and of course, the world famous views of the Himalaya . Finally, Pokhara is part of a once vibrant trade route extending between India and Tibet . To this day , mule trains can be seen camped on the outskirts of the town, bringing goods to trade from remote regions of the Himalaya . This is theland of the Magars and Gurungs, hardworking farmers and valorous warriors who have earned worlwide fame as Gurkha soldiers. The Thakalis, another important ethnic group here, are known for their entrepreneurship. Most important places of pokhara valley which are extra such as * Phewa Lake ,* Bahari Temple ,* The old bazaar,* Tibetan refugee camp,* Mahindra cave,* National museums,* Tibetan settlement,* Begnas tal (lake Gorkha Gorkha is a scenic hill town with great historical significance. King Prithvi Narayan Shah, who unified the kingdom of Nepal duiring eighteenth centuary, was born in the township of Gorkha . Situated on a small hillock at an altitude of about 1000m. Gorkha offers panoramic views of snow-fed mountains and this beautiful township has always remained as the center of attraction for many visitors. Attractions of gorkha are given below: * Gorkha Durbar * Manakamana Temple . 4.Lumbini : This is a small town in the southern Terai plains of Nepal , where the ruins of the old city can still be seen. Shakyamuni Buddha was born in Lumbini, in southern Nepal , twenty-five hundred years ago. Since his time, Nepal has been a sacred ground for Buddhist as the birthplace of Buddha. Shakyamuni Buddha was born to a royal family. The restored garden and surrounding of Lumbini have the remains of many of the ancient Stupas and Monasteries. A large stone pillar erected by the Indian Emperor Ashoka in 250 BC bears an inscription about the birth of the Buddha. An important part of the Lumbini is the temple of the Maya Devi. It has a stone image of Maya Devi giving birth to Lord Buddha as she holds onto a branch. To the south of the temple is a pool where queen Maya Devi is said to have bathed and given her son his first purification bath. 5.Other attraction of Nepal : * Janakpur: Dhanusadham, Janaki temple,* Royal Chitwan National Park ,* Nuwakot 7 Storey,Darbar,* Gosaikunda,* Muktinath,* Tansen,* Namche Bazaar,* Daman ,* Biratnagar,* Hile,* Antu Danda,* Bandipur,* Devghat,* Sirubari,* Ghale Gaon,* Kakani,* Panauti,* Namobuddha,* Helambu,* Tharu village & their culture etc. 10 Days in Nepal Tour. With me, your choices for safe, high quality, low cost adventure travel are limitless. The model program below details one possible adventure. Designed specifically for those short on time, this program reveals the unsurpassed beauty and magical culture of this ancient land. These programmers could be changed to accommodate individual group choices and preferences. Day 01 Well come to Kathmandu ! I will provide transportation to the hotel and answer all your questions about the schedule of treks or tours. No activities are planned for the day. You are free to explore picturesque down town Kathmandu Day 02 The Kathmandu Valley is historical center of Nepal . On this day you will be guided through Durbar Square , the Monkey Temple and Bouddhanath Stupa in Kathmandu , and then through two other nearby ancient cities Patan and Bhaktapur. These three major cities of the valley have strong artistic and architectural heritage. Day 03 You will be awakened early morning to watch the sunrise over the Himalaya . Hovering over the highest peak of the world (weather permitting) in the comfort aircraft will be a great moment on your travelling life. During the one hour flight time you can see all the spectacular glaciers, snow-capped peaks and gorges glide below as you fly towards your destination to circle around Ammadablam bringing you eye to eye with the highest point of the world-Mount Everest. Around noon , you will fly to Pokhara (30 Mts.), offering some beautiful scenery of mountains. In Pokhara, you will have a couple of hours to yourself, to row in a boat on the lake, or to take a stroll along its shores. You will spend the night in Pokhara. Day 04 &05 This is the beginning of your three days/ two nights trek. Your final destination is Ghandrung, a beautiful mountain village. During your trek you can view the Himalayan peaks of Annapurna (80091m), Machhapuchhre (also know as Fishtail, 6993m) and Lamjung Himal (6983m). Along the way through the mountain villages, I will explain the lifestyle and culture of the local inhabitants. Porters will carry your baggage. You will spend the nights in the selected lodges. Day 06 You will trek to Birethati/ New bridge heading back to Pokhara by the afternoon. Day 07 In the morning you will be driven to Chitwan National Park a wildlife reserve, where You will spend the night. Chitawan is home to hundreds of wild animals including tigers, rhinos, Spotted deer, boars and over four hundred species of birds. Day 08 Staying in a comfortable resorts inside the National Park you will enjoy a jungle Safari program, which will include a walk through the jungle, an elephant ride, bird watching canoeing and more. Day 09 Drive/ fly back to Kathmandu by afternoon. It is your last full day in Nepal , and you will be free to shop or simply walk around Kathmandu . Day 10 You leave Nepal taking with your unforgettable memories in this way. Pilgrims Tour in Nepal : I offers once in a life time opportunities in the remote and wondrous region of Nepal , Tibet and India for Hindus and Buddhists. I offer a variety of special tours some of which include shorter treks. Here is a description of our extended Mt Kailash tours but keep in mind that you can design your own trip to include everything you want to experience. Like all Eco-Trek treks and tours, all you have to do is send us a message and we will start creating the trip that you want. Yatra to Holy-Kailash and Manasarover ( Have in mind I have company) To the world Hindus and Buddhists, Mt Kailash is the high, remote western borderland of Tibet is the centre of the universe, the holiest of holy. It definitely looks the part, rising like a lone apparition form the windswept alpine meadows that surround it on all sides. On its immaculate white 22,000-foot summit legend says, the worlds of humankind and gods meet. Pilgrims come from as far away as the tropical plains of southern India and beyond to walk the ancient, shrine studded pilgrims trails that circle the base of the holy-peak. Following in their footsteps, walking alongside rugged nomads, Hindu holy men and jewel-adorned aristocrats on horseback, it is easy to believe, as they do, that a single pilgrimage around Kailash burns away a thousand years of ignorance and bad karma. Breathing that rarefied air, eyes filled with brilliant rock, snow and sky, passing a veritable Canterbury Tales-worth of medieval style fellow travellers, magic seems logical, the power of the place undeniable. Before or after completing the circuit, the group will visit the exquisite turquoise color Lake Manasarovar , also considered to be very sacred. Good Health: Even though participants do not need to submit any health certificate those with a history of medical problems, particularly cardiac or respiratory, should consult a doctor before deciding to undertake the trip. It is rigorous and challenging trip where all the time spent at high altitudes. At least 2 months regular practice is recommend either 2 hours daily running, swimming, or joining on a health club may help to complete the yatra very successfully. CONTACT ME Ammar Raj Guni Mobile: 00977-9841249988 P.O. Box: 8974 CPC No. 378 Kathmandu, Nepal E-mail: info@sundarnepal.com yourfriendlyguide@yahoo.com |
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