Villages are the perfect places that prevail a unique experience while you travel. The experience of a peaceful environment is an utmost priority which we struggled to find everywhere. It is only a village to experience such a calm environment. Besides this, happy faces are another important factors that enhance the traveling adventure. Village people are extremely helpful. The hospitality they offer is something precious. The main thing, I am inspired by local people is their commitment and attachment for others across the villages.
Their lifestyle is so simple, everyone who visits there wishes to have such one. This is something that surprises and in the end, motivates us in today’s era of livelihood. Today, health has been the prime focus for everyone. In this scenario, the village is promoting a healthy lifestyle as well. It is usually surrounded by a green forest and there is no such pollution at all. And the important thing is villages are the source of organic food as well.
Popular villages nearby Pokhara
- Pamdur
Pamdur is a small village, which is nearby Pokhara city. Though it is located on a way to Panchase, it isn’t that popular among foreigners. It is because of the lack of awareness about that area. However, this place has come into notice recently. Many foreigners go for one day hike and return to Pokhara the same day in the evening. It is because there are no accommodation facilities available across the village, however, public transportation is easily available.
- Panchase
Panchase is a popular tourist area, which is also close to Pokhara. This village is popular among foreigners since many visited this place as a part of acclimatization for the Annapurna circuit trek. The road is a dirt type, however, there is a jeep facility available in a gap of a few hours. There is a homestay available, so there wouldn’t be a problem with the accommodation. Panchase has religious importance among the Hindus also. There is a temple at the top of this village.
- Ghandruk
Ghandruk is a popular gurung village. It is a well-renowned place among the national and international community. This village is a bit far from Pokhara city. It takes almost an hour to reach there by vehicle. You can get a public bus or jeep from Harichowk, Pokhara. If you want to travel by yourself only then you can ask your hotel or travel agency to book a vehicle on your behalf. There is a good facility for hotel or homestay services.
- Bandipur
Bandipur is an exotic tourist destination situated across Tanahun. This village has historic importance since it was a point of trade many years ago to facilitate the India- Tibet trade. There is a proper arrangement of accommodation services and even the transportation service is good as it is located nearby highway.