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Durgas are the various demonic manifestation of Parvati, the Shakti of Shiva, and Navadurga means nine Durgas, Mahakali, Kumari, Barahi, Brahmayani, Mahesvari, Viasnavi, Indrani, Mahalaksmi, and Tripurasundari. Navadurga dance, a legendary traditional mask dance of Navadurga Bhawani of Thecho is performed every year during Vijaya Dashami and the days following the "Yomari Punhi" festival.
Nepal is known for its spectrum of diversities. From culture, ethnicities, geography, to food. Here lies a bit of paradise in every nook and corner you choose to explore. Mentioned below are four must-visit travel destinations in the hilly region of the country for you to add to your next travel season.
Looking down upon the Kathmandu valley from various viewpoints, the rapid urbanization at times feels like an urban jungle. Towering buildings, widening roads, and shrinking open spaces has left little room for citizens and visitors to experience nature and its wonders. Discovering lush greenery, vibrant flora and sound of flowing water is as close to stumbling upon an oasis.
Looking down upon the Kathmandu valley from various viewpoints, the rapid urbanization at times feels like an urban jungle. Towering buildings, widening roads, and shrinking open spaces has left little room for citizens and visitors to experience nature and its wonders. Discovering lush greenery, vibrant flora and sound of flowing water is as close to stumbling upon an oasis.
Janakpurdham featured prominently in Ramayana, one of the two most popular epics of Hinduism, the other being Mahabharata. Janakpur is the birthplace of Goddess Sita (a.k.a. Janaki, daughter of King Janak). Janakpur, or Janakpurdham, was once the capital of the Mithila kingdom, and it is about 400 km from Kathmandu city.
Seasons in Nepal might not be a surprise for those who have traveled to Nepal multiple times. And, those who haven't had the opportunity and yet planning to travel Nepal might find it quite difficult to choose when to travel to Nepal. Understanding the seasons of Nepal can be quite helpful for those who have been planning a trip to Nepal.
Sunrise view in Nepal is one of the popular and most rewarding tour activities in Nepal on several popular mountain view points in Nepal. Not only popular for the breathtaking views of the sunrise and sunset over the giant mountain peaks, it is also one of the best way to view the heavenly panoramic Himalayas of Nepal.
All the way from the edge of the Himalayas, the beauty of the country is spread all over to the plains of the Terai. From the exquisite green wonders of mother nature to the beautifully built culture of the people from hundreds of years, Terai is filled with some of the most fascinating places with a diverse lifestyle, both culturally and geographically.
Nepal, although being a small country, holds a surprising number of natural wonders all over in it. Nepal is not only the home for most of the highest peaks but also a sanctuary of lakes that give you heavenly experience through their beauty. Some of the most beautiful lakes to add in adventure bucket list to keep wander list spirit moving.
Pokhara city, the getaway to the Annapurna circuit allows you to experience magnificent scenery, culture, and traditions. The city has established itself as a tourist hub and as one of the must-visit destinations in Nepal. An ideal place to partake in fun activities such as sightseeing, paragliding, ultra-light, para hawking, canoeing, hiking and sky diving.
Indra Jatra, one of the highly celebrated street festival in Nepal marks beginning of the festival season and the beginning of a tourist season in Nepal. The festival is celebrated in the oldest town Basantapur Durbar Square or Hanuman Dhoka in Kathmandu by the local community with huge arrangements. The chariot of Kumari, the Living Goddess, is taken out in procession through the streets. People wear masks of various goddess and exhibit by dancing in the streets on music played with traditional musical instruments.
