Nepal has abundant destinations including historical, cultural, natural, and adventurous for all types of travelers across the globe. Nepal’s tourism promotional body the ‘Nepal Tourism Board’ endorses 7 places in Nepal to visit in 2024. From all seven provinces of Nepal, NTB recommends one each destination which is listed below and explained in brief.
Province: Gandaki Elevation: 4,130m Trek duration: 5-7 days Location: Kaski district Distance (from Pokhara to Base Camp): 81 km (approx.) Best Time: Spring (March-May), & Autumn (September-November) seasons Attractions:
Scenic natural beauty
Beautiful Landscapes
Local Gurung ethnicities and their culture and lifestyle
Impressive views of the Annapurna Ranges, Dhaulagiri Ranges, Machhapuchhre, and other
Province: Lumbini Area: 968 sq. km (374 sq. mi) Established Date: 1976 AD (established as Royal Karnali Hunting Reserve), 1984 AD (changed into National Park) Location: Bardiya district Distance (from Kathmandu): 586 km Best Time: Spring (March-May), & Autumn (September-November) seasons Attractions:
Tharu Cultural Museum
Crocodile Breeding Center
Elephant Breeding Center
Ancient temples
839 species of flora including 173 vascular plants
Fauna Species- 642 species of animals, 407 species of birds, 125 species of fish 53 mammals, 23 reptiles & amphibian species
Province: Bagmati Elevation: 3,842 m (12,605 ft.) Location: Dolakha district Distance (from Kathmandu): 150 km (approx.) Best Time: Spring (March-May), & Autumn (September-November) seasons Attractions:
Kalinchowk Bhagwati temple
Wonderful landscapes of Kuri village
Fantastic views of Mt Jugal, Sumeru Parbat Gaurishankar, Mt Ganesh, and Pathivara
Province: Karnali Elevation: 4,100 m (Til Village) Location: Humla district Best Time: Spring (March-May), & Autumn (September-November) seasons Attractions:
Isolated and beautiful Limi Valley
Ancient crafts and culture in Kermi Laikyo Gompa and Lhundrup Choeling Gompa
Biggest Namkha Khyung Dzong Monastery in Yalbang, Humla
800-year-old Rinchhen Ling Gompa Monastery
Incredible views of Mt. Saipal, Api, Byas Rishi, Kanjirowa, Kailash, and other peaks