Pokhara

Pokhara is Nepal at its most relaxed — a lakeside city where the Annapurna range rises directly out of the water on a clear morning. It's the country's adventure capital, but also a place made for slowing down with a coffee by Phewa Lake.

Beyond the lake, Pokhara is the gateway to the Annapurna region's treks, a launchpad for paragliders, and home to viewpoints like Sarangkot where sunrise paints the Himalaya gold. Its easy pace and stunning backdrop make it a favorite stop for every kind of traveler.