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Nagarkot is located 30 km to the east
of Katmandu on the valley rim, Nagarkot is the favorite weekend gateway for
those who seek Himalayan Scenery and rural serenity. From Nagarkot, you witness
the stunning view of mountains that extend all the way from Dhaulagiri in the
west past Mt. Everest to Kanchenjunga in the east. The surrounding countryside
of Nagarkot is great for walking. Nagarkot is situated at an elevation of (2,175
m.) and provides a grandstand panorama of the Himalaya. You can see five of the
world’s tallest Mt. Everest (8,848m.), Lhotse (8,516m.), Cho Oyu (8,201m.), and
Makalu (8,463m.). The snow peaks look especially gorgeous during sunset and
sunrise.
Nagarkot, surrounded by
terraced hillsides and picturesque farm houses, the hilltop resort is the
epitome of an idyllic escape. Short hiking options abound. The most popular walk
leads down from Nagarkot along a ridge to the temple of Changu Narayan-with
views of Sankhu village to the right and Bhaktapur to the left.
Many visitors prefer to
visit Nagarkot in the spring when surrounding valleys break out in a
rich kaleidoscope of different colored flowers. The flowers are
beautiful against the serene backdrop of the snow-covered mountains.
Ever popular among the tourists are the short treks and picnics which
Nagarkot offers. Treks from Nagarkot are unique and delightful. For
anyone who wants to have an adventure without exerting much efforts, a
hike to Nagarkot's surrounding areas would be a good option. One can
traverse short distances on trekking trails and come close to nature's
wonders such as the outer of verdant forests, flower-covered meadows and
unusual rock formations.
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