Nagarkot, which is only 30 kilometers away from Kathmandu, is an excellent destination for locals or foreigners who have only a short stay while visiting Kathmandu. you can see an amazing Mountain view from Nagarkot. If you have a little time, you can enjoy local culture and nature by hiking as well as trekking overnight. The morning sunrise also makes you happy.
Mountain view from Nagarkot
Mountain view from Nagarkot

Nagarkot, which is only 30 kilometers away from Kathmandu, has all kinds of hotels and restaurants. so, no worry about eats and sleep. Nagarkot can be easily reached by taxi and cars according to your budget, including public buses. Walking is not suitable as there is a lot of vehicles moving on the road. 

Mountain view, Sunrise view, and Hiking is the main activity of Nagarkot. Mountain are seen from here are Manaslu, Ganesh, Langtang, Gaurishankar, Choyu, Lhotse, Makalu Himal etc. from Dhaulagiri Range to Kanchenjunga Range. Trekking is losing popularity everywhere due to the spread of roads. So there is less trekking around Kathmandu.
Mountain view from Nagarkot
Nagarkot sunrise view

Mountain view from Nagarkot
View from Nagarkot

Preparation for Nagarkot

Apart from the purpose of going to Nagarkot, the height here is about 2100 meters, so it is enough to have light warm clothes. The winter season requires jacket gloves and mufflers. Those who go hiking and trekking should carry a first aid kit and wear light clothing and sports or hiking shoes.

Always respect local culture and people. Try to leave only your footprints. Manage your garbage sincerely. 
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And read this too, Nagarkot sunrise.
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