The Basics
City Name: Pokhara
Where is it located?: Pokhra is west of Kathmandu near the starting point to the Annapurna Circuit.
Why do people go there?: This is the trekking capital of Nepal. There is where you to begin or end your trip.
How do travelers get there?: You can take a flight from Kathmandu or a bus
Currency: Rupee
City Code: 061
Population: 200,000
Languages: Nepali
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Pokhara District
Attractions: Devi Falls
Accommodations: Kathmandu Hostels
Tourist Office: Nepal Tourist_Office
Off-the-beaten-path: Sarangkot
Health Issues: Altitude sickness, hepatitis, meningococcal meningitis, typhoid
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Given the many mountainous regions of Nepal, it’s very important to check with weather conditions first. Broadly speaking, October through November and and late January through April are the best periods for trekking and exploring the mountain regions.
Common Phrases: Hello/Goodbye =Namaste; How are you?= tapaaii/timi lai kasto cha?; I’m fine, thanks. And you?=sanchai cha. tapaaiilaaii ni?; Good morning=subha prabhat; Good afternoon=namaskar; Good evening=subha sandhya
City Specific Events: Gurung Festival, Asar Festival
How to get around?: You can walk everywhere.
Good to know: Good place for preparing on ending from the Annapurna circuit.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Pokhara is the Pokhara Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Pokhara travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
