Terai Region

It extends from the Nepal-India border in the south to the base of Siwalik Hills (Churia) in the north. Its elevation ranges from 70 to 200m with subtropical climate.

Hilly Region

The region lies between the Himalayan and Terai region soaring up to 4,877 m.

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The altitude of this region is above 5,000 m. The region encompasses eight of the 14 highest summits of the world crossing over an altitude of 8,000 m including Everest, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and etc.

Geography

Nepal is a mountainous and landlocked country lying on the southern slopes of the Himalayas between India and China. Its area is 147,181 sq km. It is 885 km east to west and 145 to 241 km north to south. The country is divided into three geographical regions.

Nepal: a beautiful and stunning Himalayan country

Nepal is one of the most beautiful and stunning Himalayan countries in the world. Though small in size, it is known in the world as a nation of colorful nature and cultures. In the countryside the way of life is still traditional, nature is at its best, high mountains and lush valleys are ideal places for trekking and mountaineering, flora and fauna invites a nature lover for a rendezvous with them. Nepal is rich with traditions of art and culture and Kathmandu, the capital city, is a treasure house of ancient art and culture.

Hile

Hile is situated about 13 km north of Dhankuta Bazaar. The panorama of the major peaks of eastern Himalaya including Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest), Makalu, Lhotse and Kumbhakarna can be enjoyed from Hile.Hile sits on a ridge and is basically rows of houses on either side of the road. There are however dingy settlements on the slope on one side of the road. Surprisingly this little town has quite a few hotels and at least one of them is solid though furnishing and service leaves much to be desired. The Tongba (Alcoholic drink made from millet) is great if you can digest it.
If you turn left from Hile approaching from Dhankuta, the road leads on to the Arun valley and Makalu treks. Pushing straight up the road leads on to Basantapur, Taplejung and the Kanchenjunga trek. A few Tibetan families still remain as does the two Gompas. The rest of the inhabitants are a mixture of Chetris, Magars, Rais, Tamangs, Brahmins, Limbus and people of Indian stock. There are good views of the Makalu massif from here. Walk up from the town and go past the army barracks until you see a path cut out on the left side opposite a few houses. Climb up over a grassy ridge and you will see the Himalayas, weather permitting. There are many pleasant walks around Hile. A walk to the Pakhribas agricultural center built by the British many years ago is interesting.

Machhapuchhre Trekking - A Thrilling Experience of wilderness

Pokhara has been a popular destination for the tourists and trekkers since the decade of 1960. It has still remained as a gateway to Annapurna trekking routes. RoundAnnapurna trek is one of the interesting trekking routes out of ten in the world.Annapurna sanctuary or the base camp of Mount Annapurna and Annapurna circuit both are the popular destinations and trekking routes among the trekkers. Like Annapurna area there is another interesting & joyful trekking area around the southern base of Mount Fishtail also called ‘Maachhapuchhre’. There are various Seti River side or the Mardi River side. These river Valleys have been the areas rich in traditional and cultural heritage of indigenous ethnic communities. Ghachok, Dhiprang, Mirsha are some of major human settlements along the Seti River Valley. Agro-based far Ming system, traditional cultural activities, festivals and celebrations of rural community are the major attractions for the new visitors. At the same time hot spring ponds at the bank of Seti River, water-falls and honey hunting spots of Dhiprang have added further attraction to the tourists. Likewise, Lahachok, Rivan, Lwang- Ghalel are the rural settlements along Mardi River Valley. Besides their traditional cultural activities, Lwang is popular for Buddha monastery, tea garden and for a model of Gurung village. The Mardi-river Valley in Rivan & Lahachok area is an appropriate place for swimming, fishing and watching migrant birds. A natural Cave formed by rock and limestone at Patikhola and Tea garden of Lahachok Deurali are the other attractions of the areas.After half an hour drive by Jeep from Pokhara, trekking can be started immediately crossing the Mardi River, if the trekkers want to get immediately close mammals. So the trekkers can experience the perfect natural sites