Trekking to Chitlang
If you want to see Kathmandu valley from the place from where unifier of Nepal,,King Prithvi Narayan Shah saw Kathmandu for the first time ,and imagine how it might feel,then you must be at the top of Chandragiri hill . Chandragiri lies to the south west corner of Kathmandu valley and pass for those trekking to Chitlang from Kathmandu.
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| Chaitya at the top of Chandragiri hill |
Not so far from Kathmandu (about 17 km),Chitlang can be idle trekking destination for those who want to free themselves from the hassles of metropolitan and enjoy the peace and beauty of country life that is well preserved and refreshing.Most of the trekkers apply one of four strategies:
1. Trek from Kathmandu to Chandragiri and return halfway
2. Trek to Chitlang and return on the same day
3. Trek to Chitlang ,stay overnight and return on the following(next) day
4. Trek to Chitlang ,stay overnight and head to Markhu and Kulekhani
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| Hiking at Chitlang |
Options available for Hiking to Chitlang
Options
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Time required (approx)
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Attractions
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1.Hiking halfway to Chandragiri hill and see Chitlang from height
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About half day
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View of Kathmandu from the height,view of Chitlang,natural
scenary,jungle walk
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2. Hiking to Chitlang via Chandragiri and return on same day
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1 day
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Way of life,nature ,culture and beauty of Chitlang
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3.Hiking to Chitlang and overnight stay
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2 days
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Attractions of Chitlang
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4. Hiking to Chitlang and to Markhu (Kulekhani)
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2 days
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Chitlang and the largest man made lake of Nepal (Indrasarovar ie
Kulekhani)
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Untouched by the glamour of Kathmandu metropolitan lying near to it,Chitlang will deliver you the peace and tranquility ,where accessibilty and affordability are other plus points.Spare a day and you can reach Chitlang and return.and if you wish to stay you can stay at as low as Rs 800 per night with meals and beds,ranging above with services.If you want to enjoy the way of life ,choose homestay.
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| Markhu ,Kulekhani |
The hiking route start from Godam (Panighat),passes through Tamang village and after the village is over,jungle starts ,whole way till you reach Chitlang.The jungle is reach in flora and fauna,If you hike in rainy season,you are welcomed by leeches that gives you the return gift of clottings, so be well prepared if you are hiking in rainy season.
So stop planning and start hiking,Just in about 2 hours you will reach new zone and district (Narayani zone ,Makwanpur district )
"once you start you are there "and there is experience and memory to share.
These posts might help you
Homestay in Chitlang
Places to Visit in Chitlang
Chitlang Photo Gallery
Chitlang Hiking Route
How to Get to Chitlang ?
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