Wednesday, October 28, 2015

GHANDRUK: let me take you to the himalayas

The Himalayan Range from Ghandruk



The Village Development Committee (V.C.D.) that is situated in the Kaski District of the Gandaki Zone is one of the best places for you to visit. The village having the population of around 4,7,48 according to Wikipedia has around 1,013 households. 
Ghandruk, a paradise on Earth is situated in the Narthern - central Nepal and is also one of the best places for trekking and travel lovers. 
As I mentioned earlier, this is surely a heaven on Earth. The annapurna range of Nepal lies in this place. You get to see different Himalayan ranges from this wonderful village. Ghandruk, also known as Ghandrung, is amazingly beautiful and famous for the trekkers and travelers. 
You don't ever have to worry about the accommodation at this place because every stop has a hotel with good features and facilities. The facilities includes wifi (one of the most needed things), best typical Nepali food, best view, and the people is amazing. Not forgetting their cultural Gurung dress as this place is one of the oldest typical villages in Nepal. 
Many number of tourist comes every year to visit this place. This place is in the bucket list of many photographers and travel lovers. Having an easy trails and trekking routes, you get to see Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre mountains.

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You have to reach Pokhara to go to this place at first. And from Pokhara, its 42 kilometers pitched road with around 5-6 hours walking distance.
A must visit place, walking in the trails of Ghandruk is an extra ordinary experience you have.
The above picture has (from left to right), Machhapuchhre, Annapurna 3, Gangapurna, Himchuli, Annapurna 1 and Annapurna South Himalayan ranges.
Down below is a video which shows a beautiful waterfall. This waterfall can be seen on your way to Ghandruk. 

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