Looking for the birthplace of the Buddha, the most exciting elephant ride in the subcontinent, the world's highest bungy jump, the best palace restaurant or just the nearest bus stop? Whether you're seeking spirituality or are moved by the spirit of adventure, this essential guidebook to the 'Abodes of Snow' will take you to a higher place.

Looking for the birthplace of the Buddha, the most exciting elephant ride in the subcontinent, the world's highest bungy jump, the best palace restaurant or just the nearest bus stop? Whether you're seeking spirituality or are moved by the spirit of adventure, this essential guidebook to the 'Abodes of Snow' will take you to a higher place.

THE AUTHORS

THIS BOOK

FOREWORD

BEST OF NEPAL

INTRODUCTION

FACTS ABOUT NEPAL

FACTS FOR THE VISITOR

GETTlNG THERE & AWAY

GETTING AROUND

KATHMANDU

KATHMANDU TO POKHARA

POKHARA

THE TERAI & MAHABHARAT RANGE

TREKKING

MOUNTAIN BIKING

RAFTING & BIKING

RAFTING & KAYAKING

LANGUAGE

GLOSSARY

THANKS

INDEX

MAP LEGEND

METRIC CONVERSION