Bandipur Village Tour 2024-2025

About bandipur

Bandipur is situated in the Mahabharat Range in Tanahu district, it lies 143 km to the west of Kathmandu, 73km to the south of Pokhara, 70 km to the Bandipur Village  and 8 km from Dumre Bazaar on the Prithivi Highway in a height of 1030 m. A town with Newar residency gives traditional and natural flavored of culture and old traditions with beautiful scenery. Presents sightseers alongside a heady blend of past, design, incredible sights, marvelous caves and unspoiled landscapes are the major attraction of Bandipur. Bandipur has been delineated as a usual view tower; indeed, one can relish a remarkable panorama of the whole Annapurna Scope plus the tops of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Langtang. Separately from the stunning sights of the Himalaya and the Marsyangdi Valley, a sojourn to the town is an opportunity to become a close gaze at Newar traditional life. With its varied attractions fluctuating from the artistic to the scenic, Bandipur entices visitors of all hobbies to come and notice something for oneself.

Historically, Bandipur was after a prosperous interchange centre, as its pleasant constructing alongside their neoclassical facades and shuttered windows, will attest. Primarily a easy Magar village, Newars from Bhaktapur stayed here in the main nineteenth century, seizing supremacy of its malaria-free locale to develop it into an vital halt on the India-Tibet transactions route.

PLACES TO VISIT

What are some beautiful places you can visit in Bandipur?

• Bandipur Bazaar

The heart of Bandipur is the medieval-looking Bandipur Bazaar that sweeps in a gentle arc alongside the top of the hill in an east- west axis. The stone –paved main road is lined alongside compact town houses alongside ornate windows and doorways and rooftops of tin or slate. All alongside the road, a obscured veranda extends is front of the lines of house bestowing shade in summertime sun and monsoon rain.

• Tundikhel

Tundikhel, an earth to the northern conclude of Bandipur’s main Bazaar, is a brilliant vantage point for thinking the Marsyangdi valley (below 500 m) and the magnificent Himalayan Scope (above 8000m) in a solitary frame. It includes the remarkable tops of Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, Langtang, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal, amid others. The legendary Gorkha Palace and the renowned Manakamana Top are clearly visible from here .Other sights contain Bimalnagar and Dumre Bazaar.

• Thani Mai (Purano Kot)

Purano Kot, primarily a fortification, lies at a distance of concerning 500 m to the west of the main bazaar .It seizes concerning twenty minutes of facile and gentle rising to grasp the top .There is a tiny temple adjacent encompassing a number of aged statues. Subsequent to it stands a presently crafted temple of Thanithan Mai. The innate people trust that hoping to the deity Mahadev at this spot across a drought will hold rain. As this spot lies on a hilltop above the bazaar, it provides stunning sights of the massifs and the bazaar exceptionally at sunrise and sunset.

• Teendhara

This picnic spot lies to the east of the main bazaar and can be grasped in fifteen minutes. The term of this locale derives from the early three water spouts that is yet the main basis of water for the villagers. The shrine dedicated to Noble shiva lies adjacent alongside rest houses and shady spouts dispersed concerning making this a favorite locale for picnickers.

• Nature stroll in Raniban

This varied Sal forest is placed to the east of the main bazaar. It is a serene haven for nature enthusiasts alongside plentiful innate flora and fauna, encompassing langurs, orchids, butterflies etc.

• Exploring the Siddha Cave

Bandipur‘s hillsides are dotted alongside caves, frequently grasping spirtual meaning for the locals. The have to –see destination here is the Siddha Cave discovered merely in 1987.Rich In stalactites and stalagmites, it is said to be the biggest cave in the Himalayan region. Siddha Cave is placed just above the precipice of Bimalnagar, from whereas it is a 30 minute climb.

• Hike to Ramkot Village

Ramkot is a two hour facile hike to the west of Bandipur .It passes across Muchuk village from whereas you can additionally sojourn Mukundeswari. Ramkot is a normal Magar village alongside established round houses, untouched by present progress presenting an opportunity to experience authentic lifestyle of rural Nepal. From here, one can go on to Chabdi Barahi, a pilgrimage spot that can be grasped afterward two hours of facile hiking

• Orchid Trail

Bandipur hosts extra than 24 species of orchid. The month of June is the best period to relish the disparate assortments of orchid in maximum bloom. Even though you can discern orchids in most portions of Bandipur, the best path to relish these gorgeous flowers is on the method to the silk farm west of Bandipur Bazaar.

What are some religious places I shouldn’t miss out?

• Khadga Devi

This exceedingly revered temple of Khadga Devi might be wrong for a residential house were it not for the final.The shrine does not encompass each idols, but a Khadga, a frightened sword- a gift from Noble Shiva to Mukunda Sen, the king of Palpa .Wrapped in layers of fabric, legend has it that anybody looking at the bare sword invites instant death. The khadga is worshipped as a signal of the female manipulation .this temple is opened to devote merely after a year on the date of Phulpati, the seventh date of the Hindu festival of Dasain normally in October.

• Bindhebasini Temple

This pagoda –style temple from the outdated era is placed to the southeast of the main bazaar .Enshrined here is a picture of the goddess Bindhebasini .It additionally encompass idols of supplementary goddess. Across the New Year festivities in April, the picture of Bindhebasini is locale on a chariot and pulled across the town amidst supplementary revelry.

• Mahalaxmi Temple

This pagoda-style temple from the outdated era is placed to the southeast of the main bazaar. Its struts and tympanum is adorned alongside figures of Bhimsen and assorted mythical creatures.

What type of festivals do people celebrate in Bandipur?

As alongside Newar towns elsewhere, Bandipur additionally brags year round festivals and a plethora of supplementary traditional shows.The exceptional festivals of Bandipur includes the Khadga Jatra (October) and Bisket Jatra (April) .the Magars mark the maximum satellite date of Baisakh Purnima (April) ,in that unmarried women present the Ghatu dance alongside wedded women chanting the folk songs. The sorathi and Chutka are supplementary accepted dances of Bandipur.

Major attractions.

What are the major attractions of Bandipur Village  tour?

• Living museum of Newari culture

• Amazes visitors with its geology as much as with its scenic and cultural attractions

• Stunning sights of the Himalaya and the Marsyangdi Valley

• neoclassical facades and shuttered windows

• Large number of temples and places with religious importance

• Incredible sights, marvelous caves and unspoiled landscapes

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu and meet with staff of Alpine Excursion Treks at the Tribhuban International Airport and transfer to Hotel. Welcome drink and relax.

Day 02 Full day Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with Tour languages Guide by private car. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 03 Drive from Kathmandu to Bandipur by private car and transfer to Resort/Lodge/Home-Stay.

Day 04 Village Tour in and around the Bandipur. Overnight in Resort/Lodge/Home-Stay.

Day 05 Village Tour in and around Bandipur. Overnight in Resort/Lodge/Home-Stay.

Day 06 Exploring the Siddha Cave which is 750 meters long and probably the biggest cave in Asia. Overnight in resort/Lodge/Home-Stay.

Day 07 Drive from Bandipur to Kathmandu by private car and transfer to Hotel.

Day 08 Full day Sightseeing in Bhaktapur and Patan City with Tour Guide by private car. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 09 Departure to International Airport.