Nepal is mainly located in the Himalayas, and it is the 48th largest country by population. It borders China in the north and has India in the south, east, and west, while Bangladesh is located only 27 km from its southeastern tip. Tourism is one of the largest industries in Nepal, and every year people from around the year visit Nepal and explore its natural beauty. It is home to 4 world heritage sites – Lumbini, Sagarmatha National Park, Chitwan National Park, and seven monuments in the Kathmandu Valley. 

6 best tourist spots of Nepal to include in your itinerary 

(1) Kathmandu 

The capital city of Nepal – Kathmandu has a very lively atmosphere, and the streets are filled with locals and tourists throughout the year. The city has a historical touch, which can be seen in the temples and carved statues all around. In the past, for many years, Kathmandu was one of the three rival royal cities of Nepal, along with Bhaktapur and Patan. The best highlight of this place is Durbar Square, and it is the largest palace square in the three royal cities and a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can visit many temples here with varied sizes, designs, and styles. The best time to visit Kathmandu is from late September to December. At this time, the views of the glaciers and local festivals are the best. The temperature in October ranges from 20 degrees Celsius to 4 degrees Celsius. Apart from this, March and April are also considered to be the best time since the temperature rises during this time, and Spring begins.

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Kathmandu – the capital of Nepal

(2) Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur is the third Royal City in Nepal, which lies on the old trade route to Tibet. The city is a bit remote, and because of this, it has developed independently. This has also led to a distinguished growth, which makes this city unique in itself. The population is primarily Hindu, and the best place to visit here is Durbar Square, where in addition to the royal palace, several temples are also situated. The whole area is a UNESCO world heritage site. This city is also known as Nepal’s Cultural Gem, Living Heritage, City of Devotees, among so many others. The best time to visit Bhaktapur, Nepal, is during the Spring, which is in the months of March to April, and Autumn, which is the months of October to November. During this time, the weather in Nepal is pleasant, and the clarity of the sky makes the view of the Himalayas more beautiful. The other months, especially June, July, and August, are either too hot or humid for travel so that time can be avoided. 

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Bhaktapur – Royal city of Nepal

(3) Boudhanath Stupa 

The Boudhanath Stupa, which is located just outside of Kathmandu, Nepal, is one of the largest stupas of its kind in the world. It is believed that it was built sometime in the 6th century or even possibly earlier. It is located on the old trade route to Tibet and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The different shapes and sizes of stupas represent the five elements, earth, water, fire, air, and sphere, which are also the attributes of the five Buddhas. 

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Boudhanath Stupa – Top tourist spot of Nepal

(4) Chitwan National Park  

Chitwan National Park demonstrates a very different side of Nepal. It is one of the best places to experience wildlife and safari. It has a tropical monsoon climate, which is very different from the normal temperature of Nepal. It is famous for its wildlife, and tourists visit this place to have an amazing experience of a close view of animals like rhinos, Bengal tigers, leopards, sloth bears, buffalo, deer, and many others. The freshwater dolphins and crocodiles can also be seen here, but that is a rare sight. For bird watchers, this is a paradise to visit as there are more than 500 species of birds that can be easily identified. The best time to visit this national park is from October to February. The average temperature is around 25 degrees Celsius with high humidity, but the mornings are cool. The time between June and September is the monsoon season, and this place experiences heavy rainfall. 

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 (5) Swayambhunath – Monkey temple

The Swayambhunath temple is the second most important shrine in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, after Boudhanath. Due to the numerous monkeys in the temple area, it is popularly known as the monkey temple in Nepal. The Swayambhu stupa is painted with the eyes of the omnipresent god and represents the centerpiece of the temple area. It was originally a prehistoric site, but the temple complex dates to the 5th century. It is a significant part of the lives of the Vajrayana Buddhists of northern Nepal and Tibet. 

The best time to visit the temple is early in the morning before 9 am. This is the time you can find many rituals and pilgrims in the temple area. It is open 7 days a week from 12 am to 11:59 pm. 

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(6) Lumbini

Lumbini in Nepal is a famous place which is known as the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama. It is situated on the main tourist track, which is almost 250 kilometers from Kathmandu in Nepal. It is a worthwhile detour on the route from Pokhara to the Chitwan National Park. Most of the visitors are Buddhist pilgrims from around the world, and this place is a known UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Maya Devi Temple is dedicated to Buddha’s mother and is believed to be the place where Buddha was born. This incredible place in Nepal contains ancient stone relief from the 2nd century AD, which indicated the birth of Buddha. The best time to visit Lumbini is in the months of October and November. April and May can also be considered as the best months to visit as it the time of Buddha Jayanthi, and tourists from around the world visit this place. 

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Lumbini, Nepal – the birthplace of Buddha

Apart from the tourist spots, Nepal is also famous for its trek routes: 

Annapurna Region 

Annapurna Region is one of the most popular trekking regions in Nepal. There are three main routes in the Annapurna Region, which interest and combine in places, but trekkers can opt to do a portion of a variation on the routes. This route is sometimes called the “Apple Pie Circuit” because most of the teahouses along the route serve their own version of fried apple pie. Muktinath is on the way to Annapurna but is a destination in its own way. North of Muktinath is Mustang, a small region that was opened to tourists in 1992. This area is unspoiled and has its own fascinating and amazing culture. This trek is possible at any time of the year. However, the best time to travel to the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal is during Autumn, i.e. in the months of September, October, and November. The time between mid-September to mid-November is the peak time to visit. If Autumn is not possible, then the second-best time is Spring. 

Everest Trek

The Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the most famous treks in Nepal, and the beauty is mesmerizing. The fantastic mountain peaks will take your breath away. This trek offers a spectacular close up view of the world’s highest mountains. This trek in Nepal can be visited throughout the year in all seasons. However, the best time to visit is between March to mid-May and between September to mid-November. Winters are generally not preferred as the weather is very cold, and the snow makes the trekking experience difficult. 

Langtang Trek 

The Langtang Trek has brilliant trekking routes, and more than 20% of trekkers of total Nepal visitors explore the Langtang region yearly. It has some well-known thin valleys at the base of Himalayas in the north of Kathmandu Valley. This trek in Nepal is very adventurous and is visited by a lot of tourists throughout the year. 

The best time to visit this trek is during the Autumn season, which is during September and mid-December. At this time, the climate in Nepal is pleasant and temperate, along with the astonishing views though the nights are a bit cold. 

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Adventurous trek of Langtang, Nepal

Ghandruk Trek

This trek route is located in Phedi, Nepal, and is located less than a 1-hour drive from Pokhara. This route takes you through dense rhododendron forests, paddy fields, and up steep stone slab steps. You can explore and enjoy the amazing view of the lower Annapurna region of Nepal. This is a 3-day trek, and the main attraction of this trek is the heritage village of Ghandruk. The village has fantastic views of Hiunchuli, Himalayas, and Machapuchare. In your whole visit, you can enjoy the picturesque villages, and you will have ample time to live a local life. 

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Dhampus Village Trek

This is a popular and short trek in the foothills of scenic mountains. It has some of the fantastic viewpoints in the Annapurna region of Nepal. The famous attractions of this place include Fewa Lake, Pokhara Valley, and the World Peace Stupa. The average temperature in Dhampus is 16 degrees Celsius, and the weather is pleasant during Spring and Autumn. The best time to visit Dhampus Village is Autumn that is October and November. Apart from Autumn, Spring is the best time to visit this place. 

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