Regions of Makalu Adventure Yoga/Meditation Tours

Kathmandu Valley
The Kathmandu valley essentially consists of 3 sister cities namely the city of Kathmandu itself, Patan and Bhaktapur all of which remain the home to a world class artistic and architectural heritage having 7 UNESCO world heritage sites within. These three ancient cities of the Valley represent an epitome of harmony in urban design, elegant architecture and refined culture. These cities pack a concentration of religious monuments unequalled in the world. The rich tapestry of the cultural heritage of Nepal is synthesized in the Kathmandu Valley itself where visitors finds themselves immersed in the Yeti legend. Home to some of the most intriguing architectural monuments and artistic tradition rivaling anything found in the great cities of Europe,  Kathmandu’s amazing culture and artistic heritage are enough to evoke in visitors a sense of mystery forever. No wonder many visitors to this country are found spending all their time in the Kathmandu valley itself trying to unlock its mystery. The aroma with which the capital rises each morning and the caravan of pilgrims who swell into the open to pay homage to millions of deities are the sights to behold if anyone truly seeks to immerse into its mysteries.

Although grown into a sprawling and chaotic modern city as anywhere else in the world, Kathmandu still swings into mysteries and melodies of the age long gone by.  All you need to do to uncover this mystery is to have an extremely laid back approach and you will be a changed person forever.

Pokhara:
Imagine a perfect triangular mountain, capped by snow and buffeted by the icy winds of the Himalaya. Imagine a millpond calm lake, perfectly reflecting the snowy peaks. Now imagine a village on the lakeshore, thronged by travellers and reverberating to the sound of 'om mani padme hum' from a hundred shops selling prayer flags, carpets, masks, singing bowls and CDs of Buddhist mantras. That's Pokhara.

Nepal's second city, at least in tourist terms, Pokhara is the end point for the famous Annapurna Circuit trek and the starting point for a dozen more treks through the mountains of the Annapurna Range, including the perennially popular Jomsom Trek and the equally dramatic (but less busy) trek to the Annapurna Sanctuary. It's unashamedly touristy, in the Thamel mould, but the setting is spectacular - the perfect pyramid of Mt. Machhapuchhare looms high above Pokhara, reflected in the placid waters of Phewa Tal.

For many travellers, Pokhara represents a last chance to stock up on creature comforts before hitting the mountain trails. For others, it's a place to enjoy a steak dinner and cold beer after weeks of daal bhaat in the hills. Even if you aren't a dedicated trekker, there's plenty here to keep you busy. Pokhara has numerous museums and there are some fascinating caves, waterfalls and Tibetan villages in the surrounding hills.

For the adventurous, Pokhara offer a slew of adventure activities, from trekking and microlight flights to river rafting and jungle safaris. Paragliding from Sarangkot viewpoint has to be one of the most thrilling experiences in the subcontinent. Alternatively, bring a good book and spend your days reading in a café overlooking languorous Phewa Tal.

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