Shambhala Mountain Center Blog » travel to Nepal http://www.shambhalablog.org Buddhist Meditation, Yoga and Group Retreats - Experience mindfulness, learn how to meditate, take guided Meditation courses, learn meditation & yoga techniques & buy daily meditation supplies-Shambhala Mountain Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:37:55 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Top Ten Things to Do in Nepal : #1 – #3 http://www.shambhalablog.org/121/top-ten-things-to-do-in-nepal-1-%e2%80%93-3/ http://www.shambhalablog.org/121/top-ten-things-to-do-in-nepal-1-%e2%80%93-3/#comments Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:44:17 +0000 brian http://www.shambhalablog.org/?p=121 #1 – Climb Mount Everest
Okay, you don’t have to climb to the top, but you can make your way towards the base, passing through some of the planet’s most incredible mountain landscapes. Outside of Everest, Nepal has 11 other of the world’s highest peaks. You can hike by yourself, with a guide or you can participate in a Nepal group trip like those offered by Shambhala Mountain Center.

#2 – River Rafting Adventure
Nepal has some of the best rivers in the world for rafting. You can experience intense rapids, beautiful wilderness areas and lush green valleys.

#3 – Bird Watching
Nepal is home to over 879 species of birds. In fact, about 10% of the world’s birds are found in Nepal. The most popular bird watching spot is the Phulchoki hill, the highest peak on the valley rim situated 20 km southeast of Kathmandu. Here more than 250 species have been recorded to date. This is a perfect activity after a Nepal meditation retreat when you are relaxed and focused.

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]]> http://www.shambhalablog.org/121/top-ten-things-to-do-in-nepal-1-%e2%80%93-3/feed/ 0 Top Ten Things to Do in Nepal: #4 – #6 http://www.shambhalablog.org/112/top-ten-things-to-do-in-nepal-4-%e2%80%93-6/ http://www.shambhalablog.org/112/top-ten-things-to-do-in-nepal-4-%e2%80%93-6/#comments Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:35:52 +0000 brian http://www.shambhalablog.org/?p=112 #4 – See the Sunrise at Nagarkot
30 kilometers outside of Kathmandu is the small town of Nagarkot. A sunrise from this sleepy town will take your breath away. In addition to the rising sun, you will also experience magnificent views of the Himalayas. Nagarkot is located on the rim of the Kathmandu valley at an elevation of 7,200ft. You can see Himalayas that extends from Dhaulagiri in the west to beyond Mt Everest in the east.

#5 – Visit Royal Chitwan National Park
Royal Chitwan National Park is the oldest national park in Nepal. With the largest population of single horned Indian Rhinoceros and Bengal Tigers, there’s a good chance you’ll see at least one. Altogether, the park is home to 43 species of mammals, 450 species of birds and 45 species of amphibians and reptiles. You can explore the park via canoe, elephants or guided jungle walks.

#6 – Collect Nepalese Handmade Paper
Nepalese handmade papers are made using traditional methods carried on from hundreds of years. These beautiful paper products can include photo albums, notebooks, picture frames and more. Nepalese handmade paper is a great gift to bring home to friends and family.

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