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Lhasa City Tour

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Lhasa City Tour http://www.greatnepaltravels.com/lhasa-city-tour.html City tour in Lhasa is one of the popular tour packages in the city of Tibet.  Lhasa is the capital city of Tibet. It is a town with a worth of History dated 1300 years back in the history of Tibet. Geographically it is located between 29o 36'N and 19o 06' E and is elevated to maximum altitude of 3650 meters above sea level towards the north at  bank of Kyichu river. The politics, economy, culture and religion there are also the reason for the popularity of Tibet. Historical monasteries and temples are yet preserved in that city that includes Buddhist scriptures, arts, and crafts. This tour is definitely a shorter one but provides you with the best memories.

Potala Palace Sightseeing Tour

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Potala Palace Sightseeing Tour http://www.greatnepaltravels.com/potala-palace.html The  Potala Palace  is located in Lhasa, Tibet Autonomous Region, China. It is named after Mount Potalaka, the mythical abode of Chenresig or Avalokitesvara. The Potala Palace was the chief residence of the Dalai Lama until the 14th Dalai Lama fled to Dharamsala, India, during the 1959 Tibetan uprising. Lozang Gyatso, the Great Fifth Dalai Lama, started the construction of the Potala Palace in 1645 after one of his spiritual advisers, Konchog Chophel (died 1646), pointed out that the site was ideal as a seat of government, situated as it is between Drepung and Sera monasteries and the old city of Lhasa. It may overlay the remains of an earlier fortress, called the White or Red Palace, on the site built by Songtsen Gampo in 637. Today, the Potala Palace is a museum. The building measures 400 metres east-west and 350 metres north-south, with sloping stone walls averaging 3 m. thick, an

Seti River Rafting

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Seti River Rafting http://www.greatnepaltravels.com/rafting-in-seti-river.html Rafting in Seti River is designed for a short trip but the adventure seekers need not worry for they will be offered attractive mountain views and passing of crystal clear water in Seti River along with beautiful views of Annapurna and Manaslu. In terms of quantity, Seti River is comparatively small in size which is profitable for those rafters who are experiencing rafting for the first time in warm water. It is said that Seti River is considered as a finest river to learn ‘Kayak’, due to her supreme character designed for it. Usually the water of rivers are termed as cold but in contrast here, the water of Seti River is unbelievably warm and rafters think that this river is suitable and meant for the winter season plus it is good for the starting phase diploma as well as advanced course designed for the clinics of ‘Kayak’. It is an interesting river with unique characteristics of warmness.

Rafting in Trishuli River

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Rafting in Trishuli River http://www.greatnepaltravels.com/rafting-in-trishuli-river.html Geographically, Nepal is small in the map of the world but it is immensely beautiful in terms of natural resources. This is justified by the numbers of tourists who visit this Himalayan nation every year. Nepal is a land of Great Himalayas, beautiful rivers, vast bio-diversity and rich culture. Moreover, this is the best country for trekking, mountain flight, rafting, village tour and many more. Amongst them, rafting is one of the major attractions for tourism. Nepal is the second richest country in water resources as it is blessed with many small and big rivers. Trishuli River is an easy to get destination from Kathmandu Valley, Pokhara and from Chitwan as far as the trip is concerned. Rafting in Trishuli River is believed to be the best rafting that provides beautiful sceneries, adventurous ride on water and you can enjoy fresh fishes too. Trishuli River, from rafting point of

Helambu Trek

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Helambu Trek http://www.greatnepaltravels.com/helambu-trek.html Helambu Trek is a relatively short trek compared to the other trekking trails in Nepal. Helambu Trek, however, is equally popular among the trekkers as it is located nearby the capital city of Kathmandu. As the itinerary is quite short, Helambu Trek is suitable for those who do not have enough time for a longer trek. The trek lasts for just 8-9 days but it provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the traditional Sherpa village in Helambu and know about their culture that has stood for so many years. Helambu Trek encompasses the diverse range of river valleys, rhododendron forests, and the snow-clad mountain peaks. Helambu Trek is also known for its scenic and panoramic grandeur of the natural beauty and the unspoiled Sherpa culture still prevalent there. Helambu Trek starts with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal, a wonderful little town nearby Kathmandu. The trek formally starts from Sundar

Short Gosaikunda Trek (07 Days)

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Short Gosaikunda Trek (07 Days) http://www.greatnepaltravels.com/short-gosaikunda-trek.html Gosainkunda Trek is one of the most important and popular trekking routes for the domestic tourists. The presence of the holy and pilgrimage lake of Gosaikunda is one the reasons behind the importance of Gosaikunda Trek. Gosaikunda Trek is also equally popular among the foreign tourists for it provides an opportunity to explore relatively unspoiled and under developed section of Nepal. Another feature of Gosaikunda Trek is that it is not located that far from the capital city of Kathmandu. Because of its proximity with the Capital city, many foreigners choose Gosaikunda Trek as one of their trekking destinations while in Nepal. Gosainkunda Trek also provides the opportunity to explore the famous Langtang region and know about the ethnic settlements in the region. Besides the holy lake of Gosaikunda, the trek also offers chances to view snow-clad mountains mostly the Lantang Mou

Langtang Circuit Trek

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Langtang Circuit Trek http://www.greatnepaltravels.com/langtang-circuit-trek.html A walk in a pitched road is one thing but waking in a trek is full of challenges and adventures. Choose your trekking trail with well preparations because you never know the adventure can go dangerous. The Langtang Circuit Trek is a wonderful opportunity to explore the Langtang region situated in the Rasuwa district of central Nepal. Langtang Circuit Trek is considered as the third popular trekking routes in Nepal as it provides a wonderful chance for the domestic tourists and trekkers to visit the holy Gosaikunda Lake which falls on the way of the trek. Langtang Circuit is also equally popular among the foreign trekkers and tourists as the Gosaikunda Lake is not just popular for being a major pilgrimage destination for the Hindus but also for the natural beauty it commands. Langtang Circuit Trek also provides a chance to behold the great natural beauty of the Langtang region along with the great H