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teamhimalaya · 2 months ago

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Helambu Cultural Trek - 11 Days

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Day 1 : Arrive in Kathmandu received by Team Himalaya staff.

On arrival meet our TH staff for a courtesy transfer to respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu at the Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and having meals in one of the many world-class restaurants, pubs, and bakeries. Our guide will inform you of details regarding the Helambu Cultural Trek.

Accomodation

Hotel

Day 2 : Drive to Sundarijal and trek to Chisapani 2,300 m – 04hrs.

Start this wonderful outdoor journey with a morning short drive towards the eastern Kathmandu valley rim at Sundarijal which is situated at a distance of 15 k.m. from Kathmandu city, from this small town at Sundarijal our trek begins with an uphill walk through a small farm village, a beautiful cascade of waterfalls and reaching an entrance of Shivapuri National Park, from here through a patch of forest and passing many scattered farm fields and villages then reaching the ridge top at Chisopani where the air gets cooler as this small village stands at 2,300 meters overlooking a grand panorama of snow-capped mountains from Annapurna-Manaslu-Ganesh Himal, Lang tang Himal towards Jugal Himal range, view of whole Kathmandu valley, this spot offers stunning sunrise and sunset views as well.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Tea House

Elevation

2300

Day 3 : Trek to Gulbhanjyang 2,125 m – 05 hrs.

After an enjoyable morning with the sunrise over the grand mountain panorama, the walk starts with a downhill path to a nice village of Pati Bhanjyang which is a Hindu Brahman and Chhetris village, from here our walk carries on with a slow climb uphill for an hour then on the gradual winding through patch of forest and villages reaching at Gulbhanjyang for overnight stop after a good day’s walk of 4-5 hours.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Tea House

Elevation

2125

Day 4 : Trek to Kutumsang 2,446 m – 04 hrs.

Today the walk is quite short, starting by following the trail with a climb uphill and sometimes downhill which leads to another popular village of Chipplin, from here walk continues through farm villages overlooking a grand panorama of surrounding green landscapes and rolling hills till the day ends at overnight stop in Kutumsang, a nice Sherpa-Yolmos and Tamang village with great views of snow capped mountains, afternoon free at leisure to explore this small pretty village surrounding.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Tea House

Elevation

2446

Day 5 : Trek to Thadepati 3,597 m – 05 hrs.

From this nice village start the fresh morning walk with a climb north up to the Yurin Danda ridge through serene rhododendrons, pines, and oak forests and to a small pass at 3,510 meters and then with a short descent to the forested area.

Then this pleasant trek passes through the cool shade of rhododendron forests and comes to an open area, where there’s a Nepal army post and with few small teahouses, after this exposed place walk leads to a short climb diverting from the main path that joins to Gosainkund area, our wonderful walk completes at Tharepati for lunch and overnight stop. Tharepati with a few lodges and teahouses is the highest point of this trip offering grand panorama and awesome views of rolling landscapes and high stunning peaks of Langtang and Jugal Mountain range, afternoon free at leisure or for a short walk around this fabulous spot

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Tea House

Elevation

3597

Day 6 : Trek to Malemchigaon 2,560 m – 05 hrs.

After a wonderful time at the highest spot of this trek at Thadepati, our journey continues with a short climb to the top ridge, then heading downhill path through a dense forest of rhododendrons, hemlocks, firs, and pines tree lines.

The walk carries on further passing through several Sheppard’s huts and temporary settlements and then reaching Melamchi Khola ( stream), crossing the river, and then with a gentle climb reaching our overnight stop at Malemchigaon, a typical mountain and hill village of Buddhist religion inhabited with Yolmo’s and Tamang ethnic tribes, the houses windows and doors and furniture decorated with pretty intricate carvings, here after lunch free at leisure to explore this nice village.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Tea House

Elevation

2560

Day 7 : Trek to Tarke Gyang 2,590 m – 04 hours.

Today another short day walk towards the main village of Helambu area at Tarke Gyang, he trails steeply descends to the Melamchi River from the village, then crosses the river by a suspension bridge, then the walk leads to a climb above the river for an hour reaching the overnight spot at Tarkeghyang village via Nakote village, Tarkegyang, renowned for its famed green apples and intricate Tibetan design wood carving on furniture and other products. Afternoon at leisure, visit this lovely village, where its windows and furniture have nice traditional carving, and visit the oldest Buddhist monastery, Ama Yangri on the top of the village.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Tea House

Elevation

2590

Day 8 : Trek to Sermathang 2,610 m – 04 hours.

Slowly and gently as this wonderful journey comes to an end losing altitude day by day from here onwards on the downhill and flat land walking through beautiful forests and enjoying a visit to these villages of the Helembu area, our walk continues through many chortens and summer meadows to reach Gangyul a small village, then following the path with wonderful views of green rolling hills and natural vegetation and reaching at Shermathang for overnight stop, this is another pretty Hyalmo village of Helambu area, here with time to visit another old monastery.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Tea House

Elevation

2610

Day 9 : Trek to Malemchipul Bazaar, drive to Kathmandu – 05 hrs drive

After a wonderful time in the high mountains walk ends after a few hours of trekking towards Melamchi Bazaar with a drive back to Kathmandu, the morning starts with an easy descent reaching a warmer area as the road leads to a lower area in the flat land till it reaches Dubachaur and walking further reaching a bridge over Melamchi Khola, and to busy Malemchipul Bazaar, with a short rest here after completing the walk of this memorable and impressive trek, and then an interesting drive of four hours reaches Kathmandu after a wonderful time in the high hills of Himalaya.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Day 10 : In Kathmandu full day sightseeing tour.

The morning after breakfast at a given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Day 11 : International departure homeward bound.

Last day in Nepal with a wonderful memorable time in the Himalayas around Helambu Cultural Trek with Team Himalaya and transfer to the airport for the flight back home or to respective destination.

Food

Breakfast

Not Satisfied with this itinerary?

This represents our standard and highly recommended itinerary. Should this itinerary or date not align with your preferences, we are more than willing to tailor your vacation to meet your specific requirements. The following are our established departure dates. These dates and prices are applicable for joining a group. Allow our travel experts to assist you in personalizing this journey according to your individual interests.

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What Is Included ?

Pickups and drops from hotels and airports.

3-night Tourist star hotel with Breakfast in Kathmandu.

Kathmandu To Sundari Jal, malemchipul to Kathmandu by local transport.

Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour guide with private vehicle.

All meals during the trek. (BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNERS).

All necessary paperwork, national park permits, and Tims card.

All our government taxes, VAT, and tourist service charges.

An experienced, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly, and English-speaking Trek guide and porter to carry Luggage. (2 trekkers 1 porter)

Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, and medicine all stuff.

Twins share comfortable and clean private rooms during the trek.

Down jacket and sleeping bag by team Himalaya (which need to be returned after the trek).

Trip achievement appreciation certificate.

Fresh fruit is seasonal during the trip.

Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)

Helambu cultural Trekmap.

Official expense.

Travel and rescue arrangement

What Is Excluded?

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.

Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porter, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc)

International airfare to and from Kathmandu.

Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing tour entrance fees.

Travel and rescue insurance

Excess baggage charge

Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early, late, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than scheduled.

Tips for trekking staff and drivers (tipping is expected ).

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alphaeverestbasecamp · 2 years ago

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Top 5 Peaks for Beginners in NEPAL

Mountain climbing is one of the most incredible sports. People climb mountains for many reasons. Thrill seekers like to challenge themselves, some climb for fun, but for others the desire to reach the heights of Nepal grows over the years. The journey through the valleys, hills and mountains is a sight to behold as it makes you understand why people spend the night challenging themselves to reach the top of the mountain. Besides the inspiring views, there are many reasons to be motivated to climb mountains. Mountaineering is also an opportunity for cultural exchange and a chance to see how the locals live. Overall, mountain climbing is a rewarding experience where you can develop friendships, learn new skills, and open your mind to new possibilities.

If you are one of those people who are looking for a challenge, is it natural for you to wonder if mountain climbing is good? I don't have mountain climbing experience, can I climb the mountain? Maybe you have climbed high places like Everest Base Camp, Annapurna region or traveled all over the world and want to explore high places? Maybe you want to climb Everest one day or even the highest mountain in the world but you don't know where to start? But you will finally have the time and motivation to at least try mountain climbing or there may be thousands of other motivations.

Here is an article to help you by giving you the 5 best figures suitable for the beginner climbers. The days at the top will be tough, but that's the beauty of climbing. After all, "The best view comes after the hardest climb".

1. Mera Peak 6476M

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Elevation: 6,476 m / 21,246 ft

Climbing Experience Level: Beginners

Type: Non-technical/mountain climbing type

Location: Makalu Barun National Park

When to climb: March-May or September-November

Accomodation: Tea houses and 1-2 camps above 5000M

What makes Mera Peak suitable for beginner level climbers is its non-technical climbing style. What are we talking about? Simply put, the climb does not require fixed ropes, ice axes, ladders or other alpine techniques to climb to the top. It's safe to hike in your hiking boots and crampons. Walking in your cleats can take a little practice, but once you put these shoes on, you'll get the hang of them in no time.

From Mera Base Camp to the top of the mountain, you will walk on ice and snow. This will be the hardest part of your entire journey. Mera Base Camp is not included in many other tours, but we believe this is the best option when attempting to climb Mera Peak. This will give climbers an extra day to rest/decompress at 5400M. It's no use running up a hill, your body is not doing well and is breaking down on your last step up.

The high pitch of the Mera 6100M is another highlight of this trip. The camp was built in the shadow of what appears to be a fallen mountain. Both the Mera base and the high camp expose you to alpine camping.

Once you start your ascent from the high camp, the view of the surrounding mountains gets better and better and never ends. From the top of Mera Peak, you will have the widest and best view of the Himalayas due to its geographical location. 8000M+ peaks like Mount Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu and Kanchenjunga are seen. Other mountains like Ama Dablam, Baruntse, Chamlang are also visible in the distance. Like any other mountaineering trip, the whole climb is physically and mentally challenging. But once you're on top, it's worth it.

2. Island Peak 6189M

Details:

Elevation: 6,189 meters / 20,305 feet

Experience Level of Climbers: Beginner

Type: Semi-technical Climbing/Jummar

Location: Everest Khumbu Region/Imja Valley

When to climb: March-May or September-November

Accommodation: Tea house and alpine camp at Island Peak BC and high camp

Island Peak 6189M, is one of the most popular peaks in Nepal. The ascent of the island follows Everest Base Camp and is included in the itinerary. Although this peak is smaller than Mera Peak, the final descent from the summit is the last steep, almost 90 degree vertical drop.

Island Peak, which is classified as a semi-technical climb, in which we say that the climbers will use fixed ropes to climb up and abseil while descending down. Summit Day is the most difficult, as it can be a physical and mental challenge for beginner climbers. There is a wide gap along the trail, so climbers will also need to use a ladder (which must be installed) from the base camp to the upper camp. This part of the climb makes it one of the best climbing experiences to learn mountaineering skills and also gives climbers an understanding of the level of fitness needed to scale larger mountains.

The summit is very exposed and only a few climbers can fit at a time. That said, once you reach the top, you will feel the joy of accomplishment and the surrounding Himalayan views will make it worthwhile.

3. Chulu West Peak 6419M

Details:

Elevation: 6,419 m / 21,059 ft

Experience Level of Climbers: Beginner

Type: Semi-technical/Jummar

Location: Annapurna Region, Manang District

When to climb: April - May or September - November

Accommodation: Tea house and alpine garden in Chulu West BC and high camp

Chulu West 6419M Peak, is another mountain rising above 6000M in the north-midwestern part of Nepal. The peak is located in the beautiful area of the Annapurna region. Crossing one of the best hiking trails in the world, climbers set up at Chulu Base Camp from Ledar Village to begin their mountain climbing journey. The peak resides in the back of the great Annapurna massif, Himlung Himal in the northeast and in front is the great peak of Manaslu.

The climb of Chulu West Peak is a semi-technical climb, which makes it suitable for beginners climbers. With few technical aspects, climbers must rely on their stamina and physical strength when climbing. The climb is usually over ice and snow to the top of the mountain. Once at the top, climbers have a view of the Annapurna massif and the surrounding mountains of west-central Nepal.

Climbing in the Annapurna region can be a different experience than in the Everest region. If you want to go even further and enjoy one of the best routes in the world, climbing the Annapurna region is an experience in itself. Chulu West Peak is the right choice for climbers looking for a less crowded option.

4. East Lobuche Peak 6119M

Details:

Elevation: 6,119 m / 20,072 ft

Experience Level of Climbers: Beginner

Type: Semi-technical/Jummar

Location: Everest Khumbu Region

When to climb: April - May or September - November

Accommodation: Teahouses and alpine gardens in BC and high camp

Lobuche East 6119M Peak, is another famous peak above 6000m in Nepal. This figure is often used by the Everest team, as one of the top trainings before going on the Everest Expedition. The base camp is located just a day away from Everest base camp.

Lobuche East Peak is rated 2B, as is Island Peak. Climbers will want to use ropes to assist, abseil and feel comfortable on exposed terrain. The climb is mostly over snow, ice and rocks. The summit is narrow, exposed, and Everest is visible from the top of the mountain, unlike the top of Island Peak. The climb is a 60-70 degree climb and can be challenging for beginners climbers. It can also be the perfect mountain to climb whatever your climbing goals are.

5. Pisang Peak

Details:-

Elevation: 6,100 m / 20,013 ft

Climbing experience level: Beginners

Type: Semi-technical

Location: Annapurna Region, Manang District

When to climb: April - May or September - November

Accommodation: Lodges and alpine lodges in Chulu West BC

Pisang Peak is located in Manang District, Nepal. This summit is between Annapurna I and Manaslu. This is another peak above 6000 meters in the Annapurna region, suitable for beginner climbers. This peak also falls on the Annapurna Circuit and the climb begins after the picturesque town of Pisang.

Pisang Peak is listed as a 1B climb but features technical rock climbing on the way up. Fixed ropes should be used when climbing. Climbers must pass over rocks, ice and snow. Climbers will need to be in good physical condition while climbing like other mountains in Nepal.

Peak climbing in Nepal

#Mera Peak #Island Peak #Chulu West Peak #East Lobuche Peak #Pisang Peak

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himalayan-heroes · 2 years ago

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captainhimalayangirl · 5 years ago

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Accomodation in Nepal

Finding a place to sleep is hardly ever a problem in Nepal, although only the established tourist centres offer much of a choice. Prices vary considerably, depending on where you stay and when. You can pay anything from a couple of dollars per night in a trekking lodge to more than $350 in a wildlife resort, but guesthouses, where most travellers stay, typically charge between $5 and $35.

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Village stays and homestays

Outside the high seasons (late September to mid-November and late February to late March), or if things are unusually quiet, prices can drop by up to fifty percent: the simple question “discount paunchha?” (“any discount?”) will often do the trick. Note that official tariffs don’t generally include the government and service taxes (13 percent and 10 percent respectively); rates are usually quoted as “plus plus”, meaning both need to be applied. Offers made on the spot at ordinary guesthouses, however, are generally all-in – make sure you check.

Most places have a range of rooms, from budget, shared-bathroom boxes to en suites with a/c and TVs. Single rooms are usually doubles offered at between half and two-thirds of the full price. Hotels and guesthouses take bookings, and reservations are often necessary in the busy seasons, during local festivals or if you’re arriving late at night.

Lodges

Off-the-beaten-track lodges are aimed at Nepali travellers, and are usually known as “hotel and lodge” (confusingly, the “hotel” bit means there’s somewhere to eat). Some are reasonably comfortable, but more often than not you’ll have to settle for something fairly insalubrious. Stark concrete floors, cold-water showers and smelly squat toilets are the rule, though you’ll rarely pay more than Rs350. It’s a good idea to bring your own sleeping-bag liner to protect against bedbugs and lice, and earplugs to block out the inevitable noise. In the Terai, try to get a room with a mosquito net and a working fan (or a/c).

This is not to say that Nepali lodges are to be avoided. Often the most primitive places – where you sit by a smoky fire and eat with your hosts – are the most rewarding. Trekking lodges on less-travelled routes can take this form, though there are some remarkably comfortable ones out there too.

Guesthouses

Many tourist-oriented places to stay in Nepal call themselves guesthouses. This category covers everything from primitive flophouses to well-appointed small hotels. Most places offer a spread of rooms at different prices, and sometimes dorm beds too. By and large, those that cater to foreigners do so efficiently: most innkeepers speak excellent English, and can arrange anything for you from laundry to trekking/porter hire.

Despite assurances to the contrary, you can’t necessarily count on constant hot water (many places rely on solar panels) nor uninterrupted electricity (power cuts are a daily occurrence, though some establishments have generators). If constant hot water is important to you, ask what kind of water-heating system the guesthouse has – best of all is “geyser” (pronounced “geezer”), which means an electric immersion heater or backup.

All but the really cheap guesthouses will have a safe, and the smarter places sometimes have security boxes in each room.

Budget guesthouses

Kathmandu and Pokhara have their own tourist quarters where fierce competition among budget guesthouses ensures great value. In these enclaves, all but the very cheapest places provide hot running water (though perhaps only sporadically), flush toilets, foam mattresses and clean sheets and blankets. Elsewhere in Nepal, expect rooms to be plainer and scruffier. Most guesthouses also offer some sort of roof-terrace or garden, a phone and TV. They’re rarely heated, however, making them rather cold in winter. Rooms in most budget places cost Rs300–1000, and standards vary considerably; the cheapest options often have shared bathrooms.

Mid-range guesthouses

Mid-range guesthouses (for lack of a better term) are increasingly popular. Rooms tend to be bigger and come with a fan (or even a/c), and often a phone and TV. Toilet paper is provided in the bathrooms, and the hot water is more reliable. The better ones will provide a portable electric heater in winter. Expect to pay Rs1000–3500 for a double room of this sort. Most mid-range guesthouses quote their prices in dollars, though you can pay in rupees and sometimes even with credit cards.

Hotels and resorts

It’s hard to generalize about the more expensive hotels and resorts. Some charge a hefty premium to insulate you from the Nepal you came to see, while others offer unique experiences. Prices for international-type features begin at around the $50 mark, but you should expect to pay in the region of $100 a night or more for a genuinely classy place. This guide also recommends several smaller resort hotels that offer something unique, like a breathtaking view or historic building. Jungle lodges and tented camps inside the Terai wildlife parks are typically the most expensive options of all, charging $250 plus a night.

Village stays and homestays

A growing number of programmes enable visitors to stay overnight in private homes in traditional villages far from the tourist trails. Village stays (also called village tourism or homestays) offer a unique opportunity for comfortable cultural immersion, and could become a good way to disperse visitors and spread the economic benefits of tourism into rural areas. The idea is that a tour operator contracts with a whole village to accommodate and entertain guests; rooms in local houses are fitted with bathrooms and a few tourist-style comforts, host families are trained to prepare meals that won’t disturb delicate Western constitutions, and a guide accompanies the guests to interpret, if necessary.

There are numerous village tourism programmes, including one in Chisapani, southeast of Pokhara near Rup Tal, run by the reputable Pokhara-based Child Welfare Scheme, and others that can be organized in and around Tansen and Bandipur. A few language institutes and other organizations in Kathmandu and Patan also organize homestays with families in and around the valley. Outside of Kathmandu, Ghalegaun, Ghandruk, Panauti are famou for organizing private as well as community homestays.

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heavenhimalaya · 2 years ago

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Lobuche Village is a small Sherpa settlement on the way to Everest Base Camp in Nepal. At an elevation of 4950 meters (16,210 ft.), Lobuche serves as the last stopover for accommodation before Gorakshep in the Everest region.

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worldofwardcraft · 3 years ago

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The blood-soaked cup.

April 11,2022

Normally, WoW confines its opinions strictly to issues having to do with politics. But today finds us venturing into the world of sport. Recently, the US men's soccer team qualified for the World Cup, the quadrennial tournament that is the most-watched sporting event on the planet. And while we applaud their accomplishment, it must also be noted that the sponsor of this competition is a brazenly corrupt organization and the host country a horribly barbaric society.

Founded in 1904, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is the governing body of the world's most popular sport. But for years that organization has been a hotbed of unbridled corruption. In 2015, for example, fourteen of its directors were indicted in the US over alleged bribery, fraud and money laundering in connection with an estimated $150 million worth of media and marketing rights for FIFA games in the Americas. At the same time, ousted FIFA president Sepp Blatter and board member Michel Platini were charged with fraud by Swiss authorities over a bribe to ensure Blatter's reelection.

In 2010, FIFA announced that the 2018 World Cup would be played in Russia (a brutal dictatorship) and the Persian Gulf nation of Qatar (a brutal monarchy) would host it in 2022. But, as The New York Times reported, US Department of Justice investigators determined that money was paid (we don't know how much) "to five members of FIFA’s top board ahead of the 2010 vote to choose Russia and Qatar as hosts."

Beyond the bribery, Qatar was a problematic choice for several reasons. For one, its intense summer heat meant FIFA had to move the tournament to November. Further, the tiny nation (about twice the size of Delaware) had almost no existing infrastructure to support the games. Which is why the oil-rich country doled out a staggering $200 billion to build seven new stadiums, an airport, hotels, roads and a public transport systems.

But, as The Business & Human Rights Resource Centre testified, all that construction led to human rights abuses against as many as 24,000 migrant workers from India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka who toiled on those projects. In addition to unpaid wages and withheld benefits, these workers endured squalid accomodations and working conditions so unsafe as to cause the deaths of 50 workers and injuries to some 38,000 in 2021 alone, according to the International Labour Organization.

Amidst the hype and hoopla, the games and goals, we shouldn't forget that this year's soccer World Cup comes covered in sordid corruption and needless deaths.

#world cup #fifa corruption #human rights abuses #qatar world cup

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stayinformed · 6 years ago

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aranaccessories · 4 years ago

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Anyone fancy a beanie test knit? It's such a long time since I started working on this pattern, but I finally had the chance to get the design written and am nearly ready to go. The hat is cabled, and worked in the round using Aran weight yarn and 2 sizes of needle (5 & 5.5mm, which if memory serves is US8 & 9). Both of these hats were knit in Drops Nepal. One size is given (Adult) with suggestions on modifying for a larger or smaller hat. Ideally I'd like 2 testers; what I am mostly checking is whether the sections where you have to move the stitch marker to accomodate the cabling are easy to follow. Let me know if you're interested, and fancy knitting a hat in the next few days! I know this close-up is too small to get a good idea of the finished hat; I'll try and post that in my Stories 🙂 #testknittersneeded #testknitting #aranaccessories #beanieknitpattern #cableknithat #dropsgarn #dropsyarn #dropsfan #dropsnepal #aranknitting #knithatpattern #knittersgonnaknit #instaknit #knitstagram #cableknitbeanie https://www.instagram.com/p/CGK03VWpl5w/?igshid=1vgyi2abzil7a

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traveladventuresinnepal · 4 years ago

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Lumbini- The Land of Spiritual Awakening

The birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini, is a Buddhist pilgrimage site best known as a place where Buddha achieved enlightenment. Lumbini, which is situated about 350 km south-west of Kathmandu, Nepal is also enlisted under the World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1197. The place carries great significance as it stands as the primary pivotal place of the life of Buddha. The monuments, monasteries and museums there exhibit the roots, beliefs and culture of Buddhists.

Attraction Sites in Lumbini

Including the Lumbini temple, there are several other old temples as well like the Mayadevi temple whereas, other temples funded by Buddhist Organizations are still under construction. There is also a Holy Pond widely known as Puskarini where it is believed that Buddha’s mother took a dip prior to his birth and the very place where Buddha took his first bath. The Ashoka Pillars are among the earliest sculptural remains and are regarded as important sites from the life of Buddha. People also visit the Buddhist Pagoda style built shrine known as the World Peace Pagoda. It is located at the opposite end to Eternal flame. Considered as an oasis of peace, it is certainly a great place to meditate. Next, we have a religious monument built in a Burmese style which gives a regal look to its entire structure. This religious site known as Myanmar Golden Temple is wholly dedicated to Lord Buddha. Besides them all, there has been a sanctuary set up for the cranes in Nepal at Lumbini Crane Sanctuary.

Best Time to Visit Lumbini

People commemorate the birth of Buddha and his teachings. Thus, the people celebrate Buddha Jayanti and that is when the town comes back to life. To witness this auspicious occasion, April and May are the best months to visit Lumbini. However, when the weather is switched to autumn from monsoon, that is the months of October and November, those are the best seasons to visit Lumbini as the temperature will have cooled down a little and the weather in Lumbini will have been perfect to view the sunset and sunrise.

How to Get to Lumbini

Exploring the nooks of Lumbini comes to be quite pocket friendly yet enriching. People wanting to travel to Lumbini may depart from either Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan or India. You can also take a ride via bus from Kathmandu if you are willing to run through the forests of Nepal. To roam around the streets and alleys of the spiritual land, you are also made accessible to road maps and itineraries.

Accomodations in Lumbini

You will find most of the accommodation options located nearby the Lumbini Bazar. During auspicious occasions, accommodations may be used to its full capacity and in that case, you may stay at the nearest town Bhairahawa. The restaurants and hotels are well maintained and meets its standard threshold.

To make your visit enriching yet convenient, Buddha Air has been the frequently rated as the best means to achieve your goals. To learn more about the exciting packages it offers, please refer to Buddha Holidays and book your seat right away! You surely wouldn’t want to miss out on this spiritual stroll around the alleys of the religious land. Would you?

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Pokhara Chitwan Tour - 8 Days

Trip Highlights

An interesting trip with a scenic and cultural tour in Kathmandu and beyond.

An ideal fascinating Pokhara Chitwan Tour.

Visiting historical world heritage temples and monasteries, palaces.

Visit Asia’s number one national park at Chitwan enriched with flora/fauna.

Visit of scenic Pokhara valley with an amazing Annapurna Himalaya panorama.

Pokhara Chitwan Tour is an amazing luxurious cultural tour, besides several adventurous trips in Nepal. Team Himalaya offers a breathtaking, which is completely beautiful tour within Nepal’s famous city areas, which is a major highlight wonders of Nepal. Pokhara Chitwan tour starts with a Kathmandu city tour on the world heritage sites and visiting the popular tourist hub of Pokhara and Chitwan National Park known as the oldest national park in Nepal. Pokhara Chitwan tour is one of the most gratifying, convenient, and popular tours in Nepal. If you want to take a break from living in the fast lane and unwind in the laps of nature, it is a perfect tour for you, not very far from the Nepalese capital.

While in Pokhara, the Lake City of Nepal, you can boat in the serene lakes like Phewa, Rupa, and Begnas that borrow a deep emerald color from the surrounding lush forests. At night, you can take a good night’s rest at several luxury hotels clustered around the lakeside areas. Other than that, you can relish the views of beautiful western mountains and indulge in over half a dozen adventure sports.

Similarly, if your thirst for nature isn’t satiated, Chitwan is the right place for you. The jungles of Chitwan National Park wait for you with a wildlife experience like no other. Be it tracking the one-horned rhinos and royal Bengal tiger in their own habitat, playing with elephant calves, or going on a jungle safari on an Asiatic elephant’s back, Chitwan National Park offers you all. At night you can unwind the day’s tiredness by watching a spectacular cultural show put together by the region’s indigenous people – the Tharus.

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Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

On arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, you are received by Team Himalaya staff and then transferred to respective hotels, where the TH guide will brief orientation about the program and other related information and then we tour the suburb of Kathmandu city to Swayambhunath also popularly known as ‘Monkey Temple’. This is one of the world’s most glorious Buddhist Chaityas. It is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four sides of the spire bases are the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is 3 km west of Kathmandu City and is situated on a hillock of about 77m. Above the level of the Kathmandu Valley, it is included in the World Heritage. From here one can have a view of the whole of Kathmandu city and its valley in the backdrop of a distant snow-capped mountain range on a clear day.

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Day 2 : Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley.

Today, after breakfast our interesting tour continues with a drive towards Pashupatinath Temple one of the holiest of all holy Hindu temples. Situated 5 km east of Kathmandu, the temple of Lord Shiva-Pashupatinath with two-tiered golden roof and silver doors, is famous for its superb architecture. Visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed on the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River. Apart from Hindus, no one is allowed to enter the main Temple premises, however, we take a short walk by the bank of the Bagmati River where one can observe the pilgrims and Hindu priests' activities. This River is also a cremation site for the Hindus. From here a short drive led to the Bouddhanath, northeast of the Pashupatinath area. The Stupa of Bouddhanath is located 8 km east of Kathmandu. This colossal and ancient stupa is one of the biggest in the world. This area is also known as ‘Little Tibet’. After a visit here, observing the Tibetan Buddhist way of life. Our tour continues towards Patan Durbar Square which is situated in the south of Kathmandu, and it is separated by a bridge over the river Bagmati. Patan is also known as Lalitpur meaning, the City of Arts. As you enter the old Palace courtyard (Durbar) the tall terracotta house looks fascinating with intricate window carvings, and the Stone Temple of Krishna with the pillar of Garuda the vehicle of Lord Vishnu and as well of Lord Krishna. After the historic visit with lunch at the Patan area, drive back to the hotel.

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Day 3 : Drive to Chitwan National Park – 05 hrs journey.

From Kathmandu, we take a morning drive of nearly five hours on the main south-west central highway. The scenic drive leads past Kathmandu Valley and then follows the river Trisuli most of the way towards the south. On reaching Chitwan we meet the staff from the Lodge and travel by four-wheel drive or by an elephant to the Jungle Lodge through the park entrance. On arrival meet and welcome by the senior naturalist or the manager for the brief welcome information. Nepal’s tropical, dense jungles are in the low land of Terai, which runs from east to west in this fertile country. These exotic jungles provide a home and habitat for the most endangered species of wildlife, the Royal Bengal Tiger, horned Rhinoceros, the Genetic Gharial crocodile, and freshwater Dolphins. In one of these jungles, you will find one of the most exciting safari destinations in the world. Safari on the back of elephants or in the four-wheel drive to view the diverse wildlife and many different species of exotic birds. Other thrills are canoe rides, jungle walks, and bird watch excursions in the comfort of the cozy lodge, built out of local material that blends well with the natural surroundings, with all the homely basic facilities.

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Day 4 : At Chitwan. Jungle Safari & Nature Tours

The jungle program begins early in the morning before breakfast, with a Jungle walk with bird watching and an elephant safari for a few hours. And then return to the Lodge for breakfast, with an hour break, another jungle tour till lunchtime at 1 p.m. Afternoon activities start at 3 p.m. for an elephant safari or Jungle walk as per the Lodge set program.

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Day 5 : Drive to Pokhara -04 hrs.

With early Jungle activity, after breakfast drive to the main road at the park exit point, for the wonderful scenic drive to Pokhara, another tourist exotic destination with fabulous scenery of the surrounding landscapes, lakes, and the close view of Annapurna- Manaslu range of mountains including the majestic towering Mt. Machhapuchhre ‘The Fish Tail’. The drive lasted for about 5 hours on the western highway. On reaching Pokhara, we check into the hotel, situated near the beautiful Phewa Lake. After refreshment, we head for an afternoon walk by the lakeside where there are many shops and delightful restaurants.

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Day 6 : Tour in Pokhara.

After breakfast, we head towards a short drive towards the end of Pokhara for the grand view of Davis Falls, depending upon the season. In the dry season, the water level might be quite low but in the late summer and in the midst of monsoon, the view of the torrential waterfall here is truly wonderful. From here drive leads to the hub of Pokhara, the local bazaar close from here view the Seti River Gorge, which is a narrow, deep gorge down below the bridge. From here a short drive brings you to the Bindabasani Temple area, where the local comes to visit and offer prayer to various Hindu God and Goddess, this place also offers a grand view of the Annapurna Himalayan range. From here another short visit to the Tibetan Refugee camp, which is almost the same setup as in the Patan area with carpet and other handicraft industry.

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900

Day 7 : Drive to Kathmandu -06 hrs.

After a great time at Pokhara with a magnificent view of the Annapurna-Manaslu-Dhaulagiri and the striking Mt. Maccahapuchare, the drive continues for nearly 5 hours, on reaching Kathmandu check into respective hotels.

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Day 8 : Transfer to airport for international departure.

Today as per your international flight time, keep your confirmed air ticket, and your passport handy. Our Staff will transfer you to the airport for your final departure from this amazing country, Nepal.

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Trip Highlights

An interesting trip with a scenic and cultural tour in Kathmandu and beyond.

An ideal fascinating Pokhara Chitwan Tour.

Visiting historical world heritage temples and monasteries, palaces.

Visit Asia’s number one national park at Chitwan enriched with flora/fauna.

Visit of scenic Pokhara valley with an amazing Annapurna Himalaya panorama.

Altitude Graph

Itinerary Detail Close All

Day 1 : Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Food

Dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1350

Day 2 : Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley.

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1350

Day 3 : Drive to Chitwan National Park – 05 hrs journey.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Day 4 : At Chitwan. Jungle Safari & Nature Tours

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Day 5 : Drive to Pokhara -04 hrs.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

900

Day 6 : Tour in Pokhara.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

900

Day 7 : Drive to Kathmandu -06 hrs.

Food

Breakfast /lunch/dinner

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1350

Day 8 : Transfer to airport for international departure.

Food

Breakfast

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All arrival and departure transportation airport/hotel /airport by private vehicle.

Accommodation in Kathmandu at Tourist standard on a bed/breakfast only basis.

Sightseeing tour on private vehicle as per the group size from car to coaches.

Service of cultural / city English-speaking guide as per the tour activities itinerary and program.

All entrance fees, while tour in Kathmandu Valley sightseeing / all jungle activities in Chitwan with National Park fees and sightseeing fees in Pokhara sightseeing.

Trip map of Kathmandu valley.

All ground transportation from Kathmandu- Chitwan- Pokhara- Kathmandu by tourist coach / Bus.

Accommodation on standard Jungle resort on a B- L- D (Lunch Breakfast and Dinner) Basis including Tea and coffee, while we are on the Chitwan National Park tour.

Tourists' standard accommodation in Pokhara on a bed and breakfast basis.

Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural programs.

What Is Excluded?

Nepal entry visa / personal travel and medical insurance.

Expenses of a personal nature and gratitude (tipping).

Personal gear for a tour and medical kit.

Lunch and Dinner, while you are in Kathmandu / Pokhara.

What Is Excluded?

Nepal entry visa / personal travel and medical insurance.

Expenses of a personal nature and gratitude (tipping).

Personal gear for a tour and medical kit.

Lunch and Dinner, while you are in Kathmandu / Pokhara.