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# Backpacking across Nepal Part 4 : Pokhara

After the magical new year celebration in Kathmandu, off to the mountains I went, and to be more precise, Pokhara, a must for all trekkers, sportsmen, walkers, and other nature addicts and those that love strong and exciting sensations.. Pokhara is located approximately 6/7 hours by bus (always with “Mountain Overland“).. This place does not really have any beautiful things to see, but its hippy …

# travel inspiration : all you need to know about the Diwali @Nepal part 3

Diwali, or Tihar ; the light festival.. Here I am, back to Katmandu after my dreamy stay in the jungle, to celebrate the light festival.. The locals are quite busy getting ready to celebrate and you can feel the atmosphere has changed in the streets of Thamel or Baktapur, which are even more so crowded and agitated as usual.. To give you an idea of …