Pokhara is the finest natural city in the world. It is Nepal's tourism capital and second largest tourist destination. Pokhara is famous for its natural beauty and close view of the Himalayas. The world's highest peaks like Annapurna 1, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu can be seen very close. These peaks can also be viewed from a luxury hotel room. About 30% of the total arrivals of tourists visit Pokhara. Pokhara is also a lake city of Nepal. There are more than seven beautiful lakes which are all linked by trekking trails.

Devid's fall: - It is a beautiful waterfall formed from the outlet of Fewa Lake. Why it is named Devid's fall might be a matter of interest. Trekkers named Devin and David one day had their bath down near the Fewa dam but unknowingly the doors of the dam opened to reduce the water level. Both the trekkers did not notice the signal to run away and sadly they were washed way and one of them mysteriously disappeared down into the underground passage beneath the fall. Since then the fall was named Devid's fall. It is a site worth visiting in Pokhara.

Sarangkot: - Sarangkot is a small hill on the north west side of Pokhara. It is the best place for sunrise and mountain views of Machhapuchre (Fishtail), the Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri range, Lamjung Himal, Manaslu and the Ganesh Himal. Tourists go there early in the morning to view the rolling sunrise and the dazzling mighty snow peaks in the morning tender sun.

Fewa lake: - Fewa Lake is the finest lake of Nepal. It is 4.5km long and 200m to 1km wide. Boating on the lake is an exciting and most interesting moment. In the middle there is an island where Barahi temple is located. Every day thousands of visitors visit the temple. Surrounded by the green forest and lakeside city, Fewa lake reflects the beautiful images of Machhachapuchre.

Begnas lake: - Begnas lake is located 13km east of Pokhara city. This lake is in a round shape and is surrounded by green hills. On the north side, beautiful Annapurna four Himal is overlooking the lake. While boating on the lake the images of the mountain are seen in the lake. There are regular buses and taxis servicing Beganas lake and cycling is also popular.

Seti George: - The Seti River originates from the beautiful mountain the Machhapuchre Himal. The water is milky white and cool. The river before entering into Pokhara city disappears into a narrow natural tunnel. It is another natural wonder of Pokhara. Its width is hardly 2 metres and the depth is more than 20 metres but you cannot see the bottom of the river. Mahendra Pul (bridge) is the best place to view the rush of the river through a narrow gorge.

Gupteshor Mahadev cave: - South of the Pokhara valley there is a beautiful cave. The cave has different branches but the end has not yet been met. The main part of the cave is some 20m down. The bottom is wide and spacious. There is an image of Lord Shiva. One of the branches of the cave goes towards the Devid's fall and after a 20 metre easy walk, one can reach the fall. It is a very wonderful moment to stand just below the fall inside the cave. Gupteshor Mahadev cave is a religious site for the Hindus. Many Hindu devotees visit the cave on different occasions.

Mahenra Cave: - It is located on the north of the Pokhara valley some 10km from the city centre. This is the most popular cave in Nepal and is also unexplored. There have been made necessary arrangements made for the visitor with service of the guides. Nearby the cave there is another cave named Chamere cave or the bat cave where hundreds of bats live. Both caves are worth visiting.

World Peace Stupa: - It is one of the finest sightseeing destinations in Pokhara. Located on a small hilltop, world peace Stupa is the best place to view the Himalaya range just in front of your eye. Overlooking the Fewa Lake the stupa site is well managed. The access is easy and both options of trekking for one hour and driving are available to reach the stupa.

Tibetan Refuge Camp: - In the 1950s many Tibetan refugees arrived into Nepal. They settled in different parts of the country. In Pokhara there are four Tibetan refugee camps. All these camps today are like the Tibetan villages where they are maintaining Tibetan culture, tradition and lifestyle. To experience the Tibetan culture at least one centre is worth visiting.

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