in Nepal

Pokhara

A relaxed lakeside city beneath the Annapurna range, Nepal's base for trekking, paragliding and Himalayan sunrises.

Notable spots

Phewa Lake
Nature
Row past mountain reflections to the island temple of Tal Barahi.
Sarangkot
Scenery
Famed sunrise viewpoint over the Annapurna and Machapuchare peaks.
World Peace Pagoda
Landmark
Davis Falls
Nature
Paragliding over Pokhara
Scenery

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov and Dec

👕 Pokhara in Oct: Short sleeves, plus a light layer for air-conditioned interiors.

Photo: Phewa Lake — Jmhullot (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia