They say a picture is worth a thousand words… You knew I was gonna say that huh? Who told you? Was it them? They told me to write this anyways. I had no choice! Free will is an illusion after all… Anyways, what is this post about again?
Nepal in 35 Photos? What does that entail exactly? Can you quantify a nation’s worth in photos better than you can in words? I don’t see why not. When planning a trip, it’s the mental images of that destination that come to mind most often. Those are the things that get the blood pumping just thinking about stepping off the plane.
Nepal is no different than anywhere else in this regard. It would be more practical to write an essay explaining the virtues of visiting the birthplace of the Buddha, the domain of Mount Everest, monkey temples, and more! But, instead, I’ll let you decide for yourself as we look at a gallery of the greatest the country has to offer. It’s 30 Nepal photos determined to get you in travel mode. Look at it at your own risk, for it will likely be hard to resist going if you keep your eyes focused on this post!
Kathmandu Durbar Square: the Historic and Cultural Heart of Kathmandu. It’s one of the three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley.Full of life, culture, and many stories past and present.
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Yatachhen Pukhu: a large pond in the heart of historic Bhaktapur, one of the three historic cities of the Kathmandu Valley.It’s a lot quieter here than in Kathmandu. Less chaotic too.
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Mount Everest, known as Sagarmatha in Nepali: The highest peak in the world, its located in northeastern Nepal and can be accessed via tours by plane, helicopter, and trekking from Kathmandu.
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Poon Hill at Sunrise: a hill station accessible from treks coming from cities like Pokhara. It’s reachable within two days and offers views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain Ranges.
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The spiraling entrance to Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave in Pokhara: a major tourist attraction in Pokharaand a major marvel in its own right before one even steps foot in the cave itself.
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The view from Birethanti Bridge: taken in the midst of the Ghandruk Trek. Here, you’ll experience the brilliance of fresh air and fresher water.
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Sunset view of the Narayani River: Its accessible from Chitwan by local bus. Narayani Beach is a great site for boating, eating, and hanging out.
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Boats docked at Phewa Lake in Pokhara. Enjoy a cheap and pleasant ride across the lake, offering beautiful images of mountains and the city skyline.
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Thai Monastery pictured in Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha: it’s part of the extensive Lumbini Park, showcasing a bevy of monasteries built in different cultural styles.
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The intricate interior of the Cambodian Temple in Lumbini Park, Lumbini.Its grand open space really allows to admire all that it has within.
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Sunset view overlooking the Annapurna Mountain Range, from a captivating overlook with astounding views. Beautiful at any time of day but be sure to catch the sunset here.
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The panoramic waterfront setting at gorgeous 20,000 Lake in Southern Nepal, is accessible from Chitwan National Park and entirely worth the trip.
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Colorful Hall on the left side of the Great Drigung Kagyu Lotus Stupa located in Lumbini Park, Lumbini: It’s one of the highlights of the city for sure.
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The flashy commercial complex at Pokhara Lakeside: where one can enjoy a plethora of food and drinks with the beautiful backdrop of Phewa Lake.
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The imposing Dattatraya Temple is tucked away in one of the historic squares of Bhaktapur in the Kathmandu Valley. As you can see, here is more empty than the heavily touristed other areas of Bhaktapur.
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One of the well-preserved Buddhist artifacts atthe National Museum of Nepal in Kathmandu.
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The amazing architecture of Lalitpur Durbar Square glows on a Winter Night. This is the third of the historic Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley.
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A boating trip in Phewa Lake, Pokhara, on the way to Tal Barahi Temple on a relaxing journey.Depending on the weather, you can get extremely clear views of the snowcapped mountains.
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The lush mountains of Northwest Nepal, are perfect for trekking and home to many guesthouses, lodges, and restaurants. These amenities make it perfect for weary travelers venturing up the mountains.
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Part of the Bindhyabasani Temple complex in Pokhara, quaint and atop a hill offering spectacular views over the city’s skyline.
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A rare one-horned rhinoceros is caught crossing the river during a canoeing trip in Chitwan National Park. It was polite enough to stop and pose for us too.
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The abundantly elegant Nehnang Pawo Monastery, located in Bouddha, Kathmandu, tucked away on a side street.Because of this, it just sort of springs up outta nowhere.
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A shining sunset over the marshes found in a jeep safari in Chitwan National Park, a popular pastime in a popular tourist destination.It’s a must-do if you want a fast and easy way to see animals in Chitwan. Walking Safaris are also really good though.
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Local public transportation heading out of Pokhara: it’s indicative of what to expect traveling in Nepal.However, there are other options, though these are the most common for locals to get around with.
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A sea of Prayer Flags near to the legendary Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, once again known as the birthplace of the Buddha.
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Pimbahal Pokhari Krishna Temple set beautifully on a pond in the heart of Lalitpur, not too far from Kathmandu.Set in a quiet area, surrounded by cafes and shops, it’s an underrated gem!
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Perfect weather from the rooftop bar at Nectar Hostel in Kathmandu, showing neat views of the city’s buildings.Rooftop buildings in Kathmandu are worth it just for this!
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Stone steps lead into the hillside town of Ghorepani, a popular stop on the Poon Hill trek for overnight stays.The small hillside towns have a quaint yet accessible charm all their own and are good places to meet fellow tourists.
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Early morning at the Boudhanath Stupa in Bouddha, Kathmandu. Notice everyone walking clockwise as is the religious tradition for practitioners.Walking clockwise is considered good luck while walking counter-clockwise is the opposite.
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Momo, sometimes written as Mo:mo: perhaps Nepal’s most celebrated dish. This one here is located at Narayan Dai Ko Famous Momo, a popular spot near the entrance to Kathmandu Durbar Square.
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A gang of monkeys just tryna enjoy the sunset at Swayambhunath Temple in Kathmandu: Swayambhunath is perhaps the most impressive temple in Nepal’s capital, perched atop a steep hill and overlooking the city.
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Devi’s Fall or Davis Falls: a popular natural site in Pokhara named afterSwiss tourists who died inside the water before the modern-day railing was constructed there.
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Dal Bhat: one of the most popular Nepalese dishes. It’s hardy, rich, and filling, featuring rice, lentil soup, greens, meat, potatoes, and more depending on the meal.
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The Stupa Garden in Kopan Monastery: It’s part of a large complex located on the outskirts of Kathmandu, a decent walk away from Bouddha.
Conclusion
So that’s Nepal in Photos, full of Nepal Photos aka Photos of Nepal and uh… Nepal in the most photoey way! Of course, it’s difficult to capture an entire country just through photos and if I really wanted to, I should have included 1000 photos, but.. what was I writing? Yeah, hopefully these images get the bulk of Nepal’s beauty across vividly. It includes a hefty mix of natural beauty, history, and culture that should convince you that Nepal is a fantastic destination!
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I am the creator of the Globe Junkie and author of all this heat and/or trash you find on here. It's my first blog so don't hate! If you do, I'll wag my finger at you!
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