Thorong-La Pass, standing at an elevation of 5,416 meters in Manang’s Thorong-La Bhujung, has become a focal point for addressing accessibility and route-related challenges faced by tourists traveling along the Annapurna Circuit. Subash Kumar Lamichhane, the chief district officer, along with security personnel and officials from the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), were observed in …
Bandipur, a beloved destination for travelers, has significantly boosted accessibility with the inauguration of its long-awaited cable car system for commercial operations. Previously undergoing extensive testing phases, the system’s transition to full-scale commercial use was confirmed today by Kiran Pokharel, the project’s executive officer. “The official launch coincided with the auspicious occasion of Baishakh 1, …
The Everest Base Camp (EBC) Trek is a dream destination for adventurers and trekkers from around the globe. Situated in the Khumbu region of Nepal, this trek offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and a sense of accomplishment upon reaching the base of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest. Here, we delve …
Prabhu Bank has entered into a strategic agreement with Aagantuk Resort to offer exclusive discounts to its employees and customers. The agreement was officially signed by Deena Chitrakar, market manager, and Puran Neupane, market officer, on behalf of Prabhu Bank, and by Subodh Bhandari, account controller, and Subash Karki, manager, representing Aagantuk Resort. Under this …
A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday as a Nepali tourist lost his life due to high-altitude complications while trekking across Thorong La Pass in Manang’s Manang Ghyang Rural Municipality-8. The deceased, identified as Hari Adhikari from Ganga Jamuna Rural Municipality-5, Dhadhing, was on a trek along the Annapurna Circuit, where Thorong La Pass reaches an …
The Office of the Election Officer of the Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA) successfully conducted its 57th Annual General Meeting and Election Program on June 7, 2024, at the Radisson Hotel in Lazimpat. The event culminated in the announcement of the final vote results for various key positions within the association. Kumar …
In a landmark event, Nepal hosted its first-ever Waste Management & Climate Conference (WMCC) at Hotel Soaltee in celebration of World Environment Day. The conference, organized by the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI), The Coca-Cola Foundation, National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Khaalisisi, Women for Human Rights (WHR), and CNIYEF, brought together key stakeholders to address …
A significant initiative led by the Mukulmung Joint Struggle Committee has commenced in Taplejung’s Pathibhara region to plant 20,000 rhododendron saplings. This tree plantation campaign launched with a worship ceremony, marks a concerted effort to rejuvenate the region’s biodiversity. Under the leadership of the Construction and Conservation Struggle Committee’s coordinator, Khagendra Phembu, a variety of …
The Tourist Guide Association of Nepal (TURGAN) successfully hosted the 8th National Tourist Guide Conference-2081 at the Royal Empire Hotel in Garidhara, Kathmandu. With the theme “Professional Competence for Sustainable Tourism,” the conference commenced at 8:30 AM, emphasizing the critical role of enhancing professional skills to promote sustainable tourism practices in Nepal. The event brought …
The motorboat program at Bulbule Lake in Birendranagar has been officially launched by the Chief Minister of Karnali Province, Yam Lal Kandel. The motorboat has been operating on a trial basis since Baishakh 12th. During the inauguration, Chief Minister Kandel highlighted the importance of tourism for the development of Karnali Province and pledged the state …
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