Ghorepani:

This area, north of Pokhara "Gorepani" offers some of the most dramatic close-up views of the highest and most beautiful mountains in the world. The abrupt variation in altitude found here is astonishing. From the Pokhara airstrip (850m) the summit of Machhapuchre (6997m) is less than 20 miles away, with no obstructing ranges to spoil the view. In fact the views in the whole area are fabulous. The Pun Hill, from where we can have a wonderful glance of the mid-western lined mountains, the incredible latitudinal range, unusual geography and a pleasant climate make trekking in this area a real naturalist's dream. The return trail follows one of the most important trading routes between India and Tibet.  This is also a major pilgrimage route. We meet traders and both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims during the trek. The Magars and Gurungs (backbone of the famous Gurkha regiments) are main inhabitants of this region.