Kathmandu

Kathmandu
A stroll around Kathmandu is like walking in a living museum. The city is laden religious temples, shrines and statues of deities. The sight of pilgrims paying homage to the holy carved stone idols or practicing sacred rituals are common in this city. Certainly, some parts of the city are filled with modern buildings and noisy traffic – testament that no city can escape modernity. However, the ambience of the traditional city is powerful enough not to be overwhelmed.

The city in progressSince Nepal opened up to the modern world in the early 1950s, Kathmandu has endured many political, cultural and social changes. Now the city appears to be living a dual life; the modern one and the deeply-rooted traditional life. The skyline of a traditional city has been altered by many new buildings sprawling over several parts of the old areas. Yet most streets are shared by various types of vehicles, street vendors, cows and beggars – same as always. Some of the streets such as Makhan Tole and Thamel have evolved into trendy hangouts for tourists and backpackers looking for cheap lodges, pubs, travel agents, and restaurants – all facilities that have erupted in response to tourism, which has become one of the major sources of national income. Nonetheless, much of the city life of the Nepalese still revolves around old traditions and religious practices.
The home of religious artsLying in the Kathmandu valley, the city is considered the spiritual center of Nepalese of varying beliefs – primarily Hinduism and Buddhism. All manner of religious buildings, can be found throughout the city. One religious landmark, which is also the city’s most popular tourist attraction, is Durbar Square. The area comprises Buddhist and Hindu temples, museums and red brick monuments that feature a range of masterpieces of Nepalese arts from intricate stone sculptures to erotic carvings (that appear pretty naughty to some eyes!). The architectural style is a blend of Chinese and Indian, which were adopted by the Newars, the native inhabitants of the Kathmandu valley. Most of the structures are believed to have been built during the 15th and 18th centuries; four temple complexes (Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Stupa, Boudhanath Stupa and Hanuman Dorka Durba Square) are UNESCO world heritage sites. There are several places in the area worth a visit such as the stone statue of Hanuman (the monkey god), the Temple of the living goddess, Swayambhunath Stupa, the Bouddhanath stupa and the Pashupatinath temple. These places are revered by the locals; travelers who are not Buddhists or Hindus are not allowed into some temple areas.

About Pokhara and Dharan

Pokhara in Nepal is mainly known for its beautiful rivers, deep caves, amazing looking lakes and majestic mountains. It is the land of picturesque and immaculate beauty. Located in central Nepal, the place beckons swarms of tourists to immerse themselves in exotic realm filled with beautiful elements of nature. To explore the pristine beauty put up at Barahi in Pokhara. It is one of the finest hotels in Pokhara offering beauty mixed with comfort and luxury.
Tranquility, pure bliss and supreme facilities await you at Barahi in Pokhara. It is named after the presiding deity of Fewa Lake. The hotel offers a harmonious blend of the beauty of the place as well as the superior set of comforts. Far from the hustle bustle of the city life, the Location of Barahi in Pokhara presents a tranquil oasis to the guests in the heart of the Lakeside. It is the centre of tourist attractions and hub of tourist area. The place is perfect for the leisure travelers looking for the right mix of adventure and relaxation. The beauty of the Lakeside and the spectacular setting make the hotel a comfort zone offering the guests an ideal base.
Barahi in Pokhara is also ideal for the adventure tourists looking to try out the spine tingling adventurous activities that send their adrenaline pumping and heart beat racing. Trekking, mountain climbing, mountain biking or other such mountain expeditions, whatever be your choice to spend your mountain holidays, you will have a pleasurable vacation in this delightful resort. Along with the prime location, the Barahi in Pokhara offers the warmth of Nepalese hospitality and furnishes superior accommodations. The hotel aims to offer the tourists with international standard of accommodations and world class services at an affordable price range thereby making it one of the finest hotels in Nepal. The accommodation units at Barahi in Pokhara are done in Nepalese style of décor and furnished with the highest standard of comfort. The ambience and the décor of the rooms are truly one of the best features that exude full comfort to the guests. Focus is on offering the guests complete comfort and a sense of well being. The styling and the interiors are beautiful in offering the guests a special feel of the place. The Room Facilities at Barahi in Pokhara are facilitated in all the well appointed guest rooms. The guest units are facilitated with the premium range of amenities. From the rooms, you can also enjoy the scenic views of the Fishtail Mountains and the Annapurnas.

Nirvana Country Club, Health and Golf Resort is one of the best resort and golf course in the kingdom of Nepal . It was built by British in 1962 in Ghopa Camp, Dharan, and Eastern Nepal . This is one of the biggest and oldest golf courses in Nepal within a area 69 hectares of land. We have 20 fully furnished Bungalows AC and Non-AC, conference facility, eighteen hole golf course, yoga, meditation, natural health center, tennis, squash, swimming, and multi cuisine restaurant.
We also organize day trip to Koshi Tappu Wild Life Reserve, for Bird watching group, day trek and hiking, boat ride on Koshi river and pilgrim trip to Barhachhetra and other Temple Beside we are actively promoting it's own honey farm, in house grown herbs, organic vegetable and dairy farming. Among the many dignitaries that visited Nirvana Country Club were His Holiness Jagat Guru Sankaracharaya Madhav Ashramji of Joshi Math India , Prince Charles and Princess Diana while on their visit in Nepal as well as current ambassador and businessman.

A very large number of birds are seen along the wide Koshi River and in the grassland and marshes. Koshi is exceptionally good for sighting waterfowl and waders. The wetland of Kohsi Tappu is one of the greatest ecological assests. The Kusaha pond seems to be a favorite haunt as it gets overcrowded with birds Koshi Tappy Wild Life Reserve and Koshi Barrage is only 45 minutes drive from Nirvana Country Club. Nirvana Country Club offers special packages for birds watching groups.

To the north of the Indo Nepalease southern border on its eastern part, the reserve sprawls in an area of near about 150 sq.km in the flood plains of Saptakoshi one of the three tributary rivers of great Gangas. The place is famous and popular for the availability of Buffalos arne, the breeding place of elephants and remarkable possibilities for a birds watching. The reserve can be called the paradise of birds. Many rare and endangered species find safe habitat in this place. A total of 450 species of birds have been found and in the reserve.

These include 26 species of duck, 2 species of ibises, many species of stork, egrets, and herons; there are other two endangered and rare species swamp partridge and Bengal florican. Birds occurring in this area are Black ibis, Honey Kites, Ospreys, Marsh and Peid Harriers, Stork Billed Kingfishers, Black headed Orioles, Himalayan Ruby Throat, Peregrine Falcon, Sand pipers, Vultures, birds are seen just about anywhere we go around the reserve or barrage. Boating provide and excellent opportunity to see birds on the beaches and on the river.
Besides the birds the reserve provides habitat for some of the wild animals. The arna (the wild buffalo) of the reserve is not only famous in Nepal but also in the world.

Big game fishing (Masher) programs can also be included in this trip.

Climate

Climate
Nepal has four distinct seasons. Spring, from March to May, is warm and dusty with rain showers. Summer, from June to August, is the monsoon season when the hills turn lush and green. Autumn, from September to November, is cool with clear skies, and is the most popular trekking season. In winter, from December to February, it is cold at night and can be foggy in the early morning, but afternoons are usually clear and pleasant, though there is occasional snow in the mountains.
Because Nepal is quite far south (at the same latitude as Miami and Cairo) the weather is warmer and winter is much milder at lower elevations, including Kathmandu at 1400 metres. It rarely snows below 2000 metres.
The monsoon in the Bay of Bengal governs the weather pattern. The monsoon creates a rainy season from the middle of June to the middle of September. It is hot during the monsoon and it rains almost every day, but it is a considerate rain, limiting itself mostly to the night. During this season, trekking in most of Nepal is difficult and uncomfortable. Clouds usually hide the mountains and the trails are muddy and infested with leeches.
It usually does not rain for more than one or two days during the entire autumn season from mid-October to mid-December. During winter and spring there may be a week or so of rainy evenings and occasional thunderstorms blanket the hills with snow. The Himalaya makes its own localised weather, which varies significantly over a distance of a few km. Despite the sanguine assurances of Radio Nepal that the weather will be "...mainly fair throughout the kingdom", always expect clouds in the afternoon and be prepared for occasional rain.
Most of the precipitation in the Himalaya occurs during the summer monsoon. There is less snow on the mountains and on many of the high trails during winter. Everest itself is black rock during the trekking season, becoming snow-covered only during summer. There are always exceptions to this weather pattern, so be prepared for extremes. Winter snowstorms in December and January may make an early spring pass crossing difficult and can present an avalanche danger, especially on the approach to the Annapurna Sanctuary.
In Kathmandu, spring and autumn days are comfortable and the evenings are cool, usually requiring a light jacket or pullover. Winter in Kathmandu brings cold foggy mornings and clear evenings, but pleasant day temperatures with brilliant sunshine most days after the morning fog has lifted. It never snows in Kathmandu, though there is frost on cold nights in January and February. The hottest month is May, just before the rains start.