What more could you ask for? Mountain lover or not, it's pretty tough to beat the mighty Himalayas. There's plenty of different treks to choose from, whether you're a novice or have heaps of trekking experience. No matter what your level and trek that you decide on, you won't be disappointed.
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| Annapurna range- Poon Hill trek |
Adventure
If
you want some adventure, take a bus ride in Nepal. It's as simple as that. Even if you think that
the bus is packed and there's no room, fear not. There's always room! Hop on top or hang off
the side like the locals do. If this isn't risky enough for you, do it while driving through the mountains...I'm sure that'll get your heart racing!
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| can you see me? |
Buff momos
One
of the best ethnic dishes in the world that I believe is still under
the radar. A dumpling with buffalo meat and achar (a tomato based
sauce) seems to be the local's favorite. A plate of ten momos will cost
you a hefty $.60. Which is why I ate these like they were going out of style. :)
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| Pretty sure I ate these in less than ten seconds |
Pokhara is a beautiful, lakeside town surrounded by the Himalayas. Trek up to the World Peace Pagoda, watch the sunrise over the Annapurnas, or sit in kayak while the sun sets. Or better yet, do it all. It's a place to kick back and relax from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu.
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| Phewa Lake- Pokhara |
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| World Peace Pagoda |
One
of the best places in the world to do a meditation course is the Kopan
Monastery. Set in the hills of the Kathmandu Valley, it holds a variety of courses throughout the year. Even if you're not Buddhist, the Introduction to Buddhism course is an excellent place to quiet your soul and meet people
from all over the world.
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| cushions that got comfortable after day 7 |
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| Kopan Monastery |
World Heritage Sites
Although
some of Nepal's world heritage sites have been damaged or destroyed
from the 2015 earthquake, there is still more than plenty to see. From Bhaktapur,
to Boudhanath, to Patan Durbar Square, the stupas and pagodas are
definitely worthy of UNESCO world heritage status.
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| Patan Durbar Square |
We all know that the sites in a foreign country are always great to see, but it's the people that make
this country such a magical place. Hospitable, humble, and full of life, the Nepalese people truly are one of a kind. You'll find yourself not wanting to leave these amazing people.
Birthplace of Buddha
Now a famous Buddhist pilgrimage site, the gardens of Lumbini make for a great day exploring the grounds where Buddha was born. You'll witness monks reciting mantras and shrines and temples from around the world. If you're looking for a unique place to stay, check out the Korean Monastery where for $3/night, you'll get a mat to lay on and three full meals. That's my kind of place! :)
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| Monks reciting mantras |
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