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Nepal
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2 Cities in Nepal
Kathmandu
October–November (post-monsoon, crystal-clear skies) or March–April (spring blossoms before trekking season peak)
5 walks
Kathmandu sits in a valley that was, geologically, an ancient lake — the Kathmandu Lake drained roughly 10,000 years ago. The city is home to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites within just 15 km of each other, including the living goddess (Kumari) whose incarnations have been venerated since the 17th century.
Dal Bhat (rice, lentils, curried vegetables — eaten twice daily by locals)Momo (Tibetan-style steamed dumplings)Sel Roti (crispy ring-shaped rice bread)
Nepal Himalayas
October–November (post-monsoon clarity, best mountain views) or April–May (rhododendron forests in bloom)
3 walks
The Himalayas are the youngest mountain range on Earth — still growing roughly 5mm per year as the Indian tectonic plate pushes into the Eurasian plate. Tsum Valley remained sealed from outsiders until 2008 and its Tibetan Buddhist culture is virtually unchanged from centuries ago.
Dal Bhat (the trekker's fuel — unlimited refills at most teahouses)Yak cheese and butterTibetan butter tea (po cha) for altitude warmth
Must eat in Nepal
Dal Bhat (rice, lentils, curried vegetables — eaten twice daily by locals)Momo (Tibetan-style steamed dumplings)Sel Roti (crispy ring-shaped rice bread)Newari Samay Baji (beaten rice feast platter)Butter tea (po cha) in the Tibetan quarterDal Bhat (the trekker's fuel — unlimited refills at most teahouses)Yak cheese and butterTibetan butter tea (po cha) for altitude warmth
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