Pokhara
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Pokhara can be found at the central area of Nepal, west of Kathmandu. The city also lies on the ancient trading route between Tibet and India. It is now one of the tourist centers of Nepal. Pokhara is famous for its greens and scenic views
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Sights to See
Shopping Spree
The Phewa lakeside is a popular shopping zone for tourists. There are many shops around the area selling a wide range of products mostly aimed for touristic purposes. The prices are not overly heavy on the pocket and some shops have negotiable prices on their items. Bargaining is a good way to make the most out of shopping in the area. Many shops also sell things with concern to daily needs of the tourists. Some shops may offer custom-made items to your liking. This is an excellent place for finding souvenirs or items as gifts for family and friends.
Some popular items you might find in the Lakeside shops:
- Handicrafts
- Hand-made jewelry
- Pashmina shawls
- Tanakha paintings (on cloth or paper)
Accommodations
Five and Four Stars Hotel
Shangri-La Village Pokhara - a luxury hotel 5 minutes from the airport and a couple kilometers from Phewa Lake. The surrounding area is landscaped into an elegant garden while rooms are provided with balconies for enjoying the scenery of Pokhara. It is a bit far from the main tourist area though.
- Address: P.O. Box 333, Gharipatan, Pokhara, Nepal
- Tel: 977 61 462222
- Website: www.hotelshangrila.com/
Fulbari Resort and Spa - a plush hotel with excellent views of the Himalayas. The hotel also offers a variety of packages such as golfing, recreational and summer packages. The area surrounding the hotel has also been modeled in fine architecture to go with the magnificent scenes offered by Pokhara.
- Address: P.O. Box 334 Chhinne Danda Kaski Pokhara 15, Pokhara, Nepal
- Tel: 977-61-432451
- Fax: 977-61-431482
- E-mail: resv@fulbari.com.np
- Website: www.fulbari.com
Two and Three Stars
Base Camp Resort - is just a minute's walk from Phewa Lake and is walking distance from the city. They offer information and reservations for different activities such as tours, outdoor recreation and other activities of tourist interest.
- Address: Lake Side, Pokhara-6, Nepal
- Tel: +977 61 5 22949, 5 23653, 5 27058, 5 21226
- Fax: +977 61 5 20903
- E-mail: basecamppkr@wlink.com.np & basecampktm@wlink.com.np
- Website: www.basecampresort.com
Fishtail Lodge - located just beside Phewa Lake. Its setting is ideal for nature lovers. Birdwatching, boating and sightseeing are some of the activities to enjoy. The profits of Fishtail Lodge is donated to the Princess Jayanti Memorial Trust and goes to a good cause.
- Address: P.O. Box 10 Lakeside, Pokhara, Nepal
- Tel: 00977-61-520071/520984/522428
- Fax: 977-61-520072
- E-mail : info@fishtail-lodge.com.np
- Website: www.fishtail-lodge.com
Backpackers and Budget Lodge
Pokhara View Garden Hotel - a budget hotel managed by The Kathmandu Guest House. It is located on Peace Street and near the tourist hub of Pokhara.
- Address:Lake Side, Baidam, Pokhara, Nepal
- Tel: (977 61) 528 592
- Email: info@ktmgh.com or info@kghhotels.com
- Website: www.ktmgh.com & www.kghhotels@.com
Hotel Snowland - conveniently located at Pokhara's center of tourist activity. It is known to have helpful staff.
- Address: Lakeside, Pokhara, Nepal
Dining Places
Holy Momo Cafe - a cafe in Lakeside serving affordable Nepalese and Western food.
Mike's Breakfast - a dining place with a good location. They serve non-Nepali food that are great considering the price you pay.
Punjabi Vegetarian Restaurant - a restaurant in Lakeside, Pokhara offering Indian vegetarian food.
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