Panauti, Khopasi & Baithali

Balthali has been the new destination for local and international tourists for the past few years. The place lies in the eastern part of Kathmandu, 42 Km from the city. The regular bus from the bus station leaves in an hour, which stops at its last destination, Panauti bazaar. People believe that Panauti lies on one single rock. The Newar people populate the town. Similarly, temples, monuments, community shelters can be seen everywhere. The vast courtyards and the remnants of the ancient Durbar square can be seen still in the centre of the town. If someone waits for a while, they can also get a bus to Khopasi, the starting point for the hike to Balthali. Panauti, Khopasi & Baithali is the blog for those who want to dig deep into the hidden valleys of Nepal.

Similarly, during the hike, one can get a chance to see Nepal’s one of the oldest Hydroelectricity projects. The holy man's village and a terrace field are the next attraction of the hike. The thick forest with plentiful floras, colourful rhododendron and Sal trees covers the hills. The panoramic view of the Himalayas in the north will greet anyone. Furthermore, Nature lovers and bird watchers can explore and discover rare species of wildlife, tradition and bird watchers.

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Furthermore, the major attraction of the Balthali village is a typical Tamang village, Dada Gaun, where a Buddhist Community lives. Here people and animals live together side by side. The walk to Pada Gaun, which lies in 2100, is beneficial for where the spectacular views of the whole Himalayan range to the north and the beautiful green forest of Mahabharat are seen.

In the end, Duke Nepal Adventure highly recommends visiting this place for a short trip and relaxation.

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