Books

Books that dwell in a wide array of subjects are aplenty in the tourist hotspots of Kathmandu and pokhara. books on different subjects , beautiful picture books of the Nepal people and far off Himalayan and terai landscape , information about the ancient Nepal or the Nepali people , trekking information and travel guides as well as latest books on national and international contemporary issues , and popular fictions are available in bookstores of Thamel , kantipath and other tourist areas of Kathmandu valley and Lakeside area of pokhara .

Dhace cloth in Nepal

Nepal is also popular for Dhace cloth from which traditional Nepal clothers like Daura suruwal and Dhaca top are made . The fabric of Dhacea made in palpa dostrict of Nepal is considered the best . The fabric is also available in Asan, janabahal, Indrachowk areas and other cloth outlest in Kathmandu .

Rivers of Nepal

   The rivers of Nepal are alienated into three categories; Large Medium and small ge ; the koshi , gandaki and the karnali fall in this category and are located in the east , central Nepal and the west respectively .

The Tamur, Arun , Dudh koshi , Likhu , Tama koshi , sun koshi and Indrāvati  rivers make up the Koshi river system  and are known as sapta koshi . The Arun and Sun koshi originate in Tibes in the sapta koshi  flows down   throught many narrow gorges to eventually reach the vast open plaing until it merges with the Ganges India . please visit our Sunkosh river rafting .
http://www.himalayastrek.com/sunkoshi-river-rafting.php

Trishuli river

Trishuli was named after the ever-present Trident of lord Shiva , a popular god of the Hindus .  Given its easy access from Kathmandu and Pokhara this river is alsoNepal’s most popular for whitewater rafting .Ideal for novices as well as the experienced, the trishuli  flows though fascinating valleys, amazing gorges rolling rapids, while it also has relaxing sections making the trip a great experience . The usual trip lasts from a day to three days.

ceremics

ceramic is usually made from black clay both as the sun–baked terracotta and glazed earthenware in the furnace for attractive color and durability, Items of the family circle needs like water jars, animal figures, deities, and coin –containers are also made of clay. Pottery and Nepal ceramic are found in different parts of the Kathmandu valley. Although there are quite a few places to buy ceramic ware in Kathmandu, it is recommended that you visit the pottery centers in Bhaktapur and Thimi to observe the traditional ways of working on the wheel, for original designs, and for reliable buys.   

Lokta paper shopping in Nepal

 

Lokta paper is prepared from the bark of a particular tree found in the highaltitude hills of Nepal. The soft pulp obtained as a result of boiling , washing , and beating of the wooden fiber is spread in a wooden frame and  dried in the sun before it is put to use. Business stationery , decorative items like lampshade and wall paper . wrapping paper , carry , bags are popular nature. Lokta paper products  are available at moust tourist hubslike thamet, New Road and the three Durba shuares of Kathmandu valley.

Everest base camp trek

Everest base camp may an lounger mountaineer dreams or position at Everest bas camp. It isn’t technically difficult but must be taken with care due to the height. Fly into Lukla from Kathmandu and the trek starts from there to the Base camp(5,545 m  ) An optional hike up kala patthar (5,545 m) gives a stunning look at everest and the khumbu Glacier. Return through khumjung, khunde and on to Lukla (14days ) Bus drive to jiri to Lukla (21 days) . trek starting from jiti and back to jiti (28days). Trek can be extended a few days from sight  hikes passes and village visits .