Kakani
:
Kakani is popular for panoramic mountains
views of Annapurna (8091m/ 26,545ft), Manaslu (8165m/
26,781ft), Ganesh Himal (7446m/ 24,422ft), Lantang
lirung (7245m/ 23,763ft) and 20 other mountains over
6000 meters (19,680ft) above sea level. You can also
see the natural beauty of the Kathmandu Valley, the
people and their culture and traditions. This is a
one day trip from Kathmandu. Nagarkot :
Nagarkot is situated east of the Kathmandu
Valley at an elevation of about 1800 meters (5,904ft).
This spot is popular for mountain views particularly
at sunrise and sunset. Among the 25 mountains above
6000 meters (19,680ft), Annapurna (8091m/ 26,545ft),
Manasalu (8165m/ 26,781ft), Ganesh Himal (7446m/ 24,422ft)
and Lantang lirung (7245m/ 23,763ft) can be seen.
This is also a one day trip from Kathmandu.
Phulchoki :
It is one of the most prominent peak
2829m/ 9050ft. high, which surrounds the valley of
Kathmandu. This mountain, as it’s name suggests
( Phul means flower in Nepali) is a natural garden
of wild roses, yellow jasmine, iris and other native
flowers. The summit is a rich grove of rhododendrons
of various hues. A jeep able road leads to the top
of the hill where there is a Buddhist shrine. A youthful
hiker stands a good chance of scaling the peak in
a little more than three hours. The place has all
the makings of a peaceful resort area.
Nagarjun :
It is about 10km/6.2 miles from Kathmandu
city. There is a Buddhist shrine at the top, which
is very holy for both Buddhist and Hindus. To reach
the top one has to climb for about 15 to 20 minutes.
From this point a panoramic view of the Himalaya ranges
can be seen.
Dhulikhel :
Dhulikhel is situated in the central
part of Nepal. This is just 32 km from the Kathmandu
valley. The main attractions of Dhulikhel are the
grand and panoramic mountains views, numerous temples,
and different types of landscape and a diversity of
people. This ancient town is situated 30 km east of
Kathmandu. It is a popular Himalayan viewpoint. From
there you can have a complete panoramic view of the
snowy ranges from Karyolung in the east to Himalchuli
in the west. The old part of this town is an interesting
area to wander around with some fine old Nepalese
buildings and several interesting temples. From there
you can also take a day trip to the Tibet border or
Tatopani, a place which is famous for hot sulfur spring.