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Beyond the Kathmandu Valley, major roads head in three directions, and many smaller roads branch off from them, making the central hills the most accessible - though not necessarily the most travelled - section of Nepal's jumbled, 700-kilometre band of foothills. To the northeast, the Arniko Highway follows the old Kathmandu-Lhasa trade route through broad valleys and misty gorges to the Tibet border; northwestwards, the Trisuli Road snakes its way down into a subtropical valley nearly 1000m lower than Kathmandu; and south, the Tribhuwan Rajpath , Nepal's first highway, cuts a tortuous cross-section through the hills on its way to the Tarai. If the scenery here is a shade less dramatic than what you'll encounter further west, the land is nonetheless varied and rugged, only partially tamed by defiant terraces. It's only when you leave the Kathmandu Valley that you appreciate how atypical it is of this hilly region. The majority of places described can be treated as easy overnights from anywhere in the Kathmandu Valley. The most popular are those that involve mountain views and hill-walking or mountain-biking: Nagarkot and Dhulikhel , with well-developed lodgings, are acknowledged classics. Kakani is equally scenic, though short on accommodation, and Daman is splendidly off the beaten track. These vantage points can't compare with what you'll see on a trek, but they're worth visiting if you haven't got time for a full-blown trek or you just want to get a quick dose of mountain views, and they can also serve as springboards for longer explorations. The Tibet border area, meanwhile, offers a whole range of activities, thanks to the opening of a new outdoor adventure centre. Although cultural attractions are relatively few outside the Kathmandu Valley, Panauti and Nuwakot are among Nepal's most intriguing villages, and all the more because they're so seldom visited. Despite a relative abundance of roads, buses in the central hills are slow and infrequent, and indeed few travellers brave them except to get to the start of the Langtang/Helambu and Everest treks. All the more reason to go by mountain bike or motorcycle, for the region contains some of Nepal's most popular and rewarding biking routes .
Peaceful cottage , Nagarkotfodors.com says "This small, inexpensive hotel (under $30) has rooms of varying standards, some with shared bath. Not surprisingly, the rooms with private baths are also the rooms with the best views. If you can book them, it is well worth the stay. The bedrooms are paneled, decorated with terra-cotta artwork, and have twin beds with big comforters. The windowed dining hall and balcony patio have panoramic mountain views. 12 rooms, 4 with bath. Restaurant, bar. No credit cards.
Address: Nagarkot, Nepal
Phone: 01/6680077
Email:pcottage@gmail.com
" Peaceful cottage and cafe dumont, nagarkotMadhew says "Peaceful cottage and cafe dumont offers you breathtaking mountain scenery,captivating landscapes and unspoiled wilderness.Nagarkot is still a good getaway from the heat of the valley.Unrivalled,unobstructed and unsurpassed views from the rooftop of the hotel.Very Highly recommended.
Just north of Mahankal shrine
Nagarkot,Nepal
Phone :01-6680077 , 6680056
" Killer panorama from NagarkotRoughguides.com says "Peaceful cottage and cafe dumont commands the most Killer panorama of the mountains and the kathmandu Valley from a high point on the ridge.Good restaurant.Hot water by the bucket in the common bath,attached baths have hot running water.$10/20.
Address: Nagarkot, Nepal
Phone: 01/6680077
Email:pcottage@gmail.com
" go there in Peaceful cottageter says "" the mountain view hotel in nagarkot"" Where to Stay and Eat - Medium standard hotel in NagarkotSpiritual guides says "
Peaceful Cottage (Nagarkot - 01-6680077,6680056), past the Mahakal shrine, has rooms with common bath (bucket hot water)
for Rs 250/350 and with bath and hot water for Rs 1200. It has a great view of the mountains. Some rooms have great view,
which should be reserved in advance or come early. It has a decent restaurant the Cafe du Mont that has great views." Peaceful cottage and cafe dumont ,nagarkotLonely Planet says "
Just beyond the View Point Hotel is the Peaceful cottage and cafe dumont
(01-6680077) which has rooms of varying standards.The prices start from $5/8 for hardboard partitioned cells with views ,and there are also better rooms with private bath and hot water for $10/20.Topping the rise is the cafe du mont with Magnificent views, and average food (you can't have everything!).
" The Most recommended Hotel in NagarkotOne of you backpackers says "
There are several places to stay in Nagarkot, but Peaceful cottage and cafe dumont is argubaly the best recommendation for all those budget backpackers wanting the fanstatic views of sunrise over the Himalaya.
For any backpacker or hitckhiker wishing to spend overnight in Nagarkot, the favourite spot for panoramic view of mountains and sunrise and sunset is Peaceful cottagge and cafe dumont,Nagarkot.This 2-star hotel has a great view over the valley, and all deluxe rooms have a balcony with a view.The normal price is 10-20$ for a double and they give a whopping discount up to 50% on rooms. Recommended.
Just north of Mahankal shrine
Nagarkot,Nepal
Phone :01-6680077 , 6680056
" Peaceful Cottage and cafe dumont,NagarkotBackpacker says "Just north of Mahankal Temple
Nagarkot,Nepal
01/6680077 6680056
pcottage@gmail.com
Nagarkot. This Hill Resort is situated northeast of Kathmandu valley (2175 meters), about 10 kilometers from Bhaktapur town and just an hour's drive from Kathmandu. It has been a weekend spot for mountain viewers in quite and comfort. The sunrise and sunset from this hill resort present you the breathtaking view (subject to weather condition) of the Himalayan ranging from Dhaulagiri (8167 meters) in the west to the Mt. Everest(8848 meters)in the east, including Mt. Langtang (7246 meters) and Mt. Ganesh (7406 meters).Nagarkot was about an hour and a half journey outside Kathmandu, so it was lovely to see all the Nepalese countryside - lots of lovely quaint little houses and paddyfields
Peaceful cottage is a recommended solid budget choice in Nagarkot. It's just off the main street, making it a quieter option and there's a wide range of rooms to suit most budgets.If awesome view is your first preference to visit Nagarkot, then, Peaceful cottage, definately be your first port of residence. Perched at the heart of Nagarkot, it offers Breathtaking views of both the Kathmandu Valley and the Eastern Himalayan Region. It has 12 tastefully decorated and well furnished Standard and Deluxe rooms with private balconies that offers you the breath-taking views of the snow-clad mountains and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and are equipped with private baths, bathrobes, luggage storage.
Nestled at the heart of the Nagarkot hill Hotel Peaceful cottage will pamper you with the captivating mountains,wilderness and the unspoilt landscapes and sceneries.All rooms are well furnished and spacious with pinewood paneling,attached baths with 24 hours Hot/Cold running water. It is situated at the heart of the northern ridge at an altitude of 2000m, commanding a most spectacular view of the Himalayas stretching from Mt. Manasalu in the west to Mt. Everest in the east.You can have the panoramic view of Langtang Range,Unobstructed mountains,tiny villages,indrawati valley, kathmandu valley from the rooftop of the hotel.One can enjoy 360 degree unparallel and unrivalled view which makes your journey to Nagarkot worth coming.
You can relish a variety of delicacies served at the cafe Dumont restaurant. The hotel staff are enthusiastic and will do their utmost to ensure you have a pleasant stay.Peaceful cottage, perched on a hilltop, the 360 degree views from this cosy little retreat are truly awe-inspiring and you often find yourself looking down on the clouds below you.From its vantage point on top of a knoll, it looks out onto a magnificent vista of rugged mountains,villages, rivers,valleys, etc.
Type
Resort
Ideal for
those who want the nearest and the best place from Kathmandu for killer panoramic views of the Himalayas,unobstructed mountains,etc. Ideal for acclimatization- (before trekking or going to Tibet).
Rooms
12 rooms
Season
Open all year round.
Special Features
Grandeur and majestic scene of the Himalayas from Ganesh to mt. Everest.
See 8 of the 10 highest peaks in the world.
360* Panoramic view of the Himalayas
Trekking information
Hill Top Garden Lookout
Delicious food
Bathroom and Washbasin attached to each room.
Economical Comportable and homely atmosphere
Parking Lot.
Location
32 Kms./1 hr. easy driveway from the hustle bustle of Kathmandu. 7200 ft. above the sea level.Atop windy hills having 360 undisturbed panaromic view of the Himalayas, and the entire valley, including Mt. Everest.
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