Panauti is the historical city of Nepal that nestles 36km southeast of Kathmandu. This place is inhabited by Newari people and is an important pilgrimage place for Hindus. Every 12 years a festival is celebrated at the confluence of three rivers where inhabitants take a holy bath. In the northern part of Panauti, two rivers Roshi and Panauti confluence, and the third river Punyamati which comes across the temple makes a confluence. the site is popular with Hindus. Visitors will have an insight into the cultural environment as well as a glimpse of the traditional lifestyle of Panauti.
Balthali is one of the hilly villages near Kathmandu Valley suitable for those willing to have an insight into the rich rural culture, religion, and lifestyle of locals. Namobuddha is the most critical area for Buddhists in Nepal situated to the east of Kathmandu.
This one-day tour starts from Kathmandu to Namobuddha via Panauti and then the Balthali village visit. You will take a drive of an hour to reach Panauti where you will explore these historical sites. The traditional Newari culture and people’s lifestyle state influence their culture in their daily lives. people are busy in the field with different crops like wheat, rice, potato, and other seasonal vegetables. Balthali is at the finest location where you can view the magnificent Himalayan range. Gauri Shankar, Jugal Himal, and many other peaks of Langtang region too. The interesting part of this one-day hike is the total package of cultural, natural, and ecological parts is included. Namobuddha is an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists and its historical importance in Buddhism.