Bhopal to Nepal

The capital city of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal is known as the ‘City of Lakes,’ owing to the presence of two stunning lakes that greatly enhance the beauty and charisma of this place. To discover the architectural marvels of this city, travellers can explore the narrow winding ‘gullies’ of the old district on a tour of Bhopal and come across an interesting variety of Mughal monuments here. Apart from the architecture marvels, there are many old mosques in the city. Worth-mentioning among them are Moti Masjid and Taj-ul-Masjid- the largest mosque in the country. On a trip to Bhopal, the Old City Market, also known as Chowk Bazar, is the perfect place to find famous bead work and hand embroidery items. Bharat Bhavan is a centre for performing arts, which houses art galleries, a library and an outdoor theatre that showcases the work of Indian artists. Located in the heart of India, this city stands apart for its graceful natural beauty and a laid-back culture, inviting tourists to come and discover its wonders. There are many exciting tour packages in MakeMyTrip that are tailor-made to suit all the travelling needs of tourists.

Nepal, an acronym for ‘Never Ending Peace and Love’, is a cultural powerhouse of the Himalayas. Sheltered by the majestic Himalayas, golden temples, charming hill villages and jungle wildlife, Nepal is special and populated by some of the most beautiful people on the planet. Kathmandu, the capital city, is a unique amalgamation of culture and modernity; famous for the old royal palace at Durbar Square, a UNESCO Heritage Site, now on the mend! The Kathmandu Valley in particular offers an unrivalled collection of world-class palaces, hidden backstreet shrines and sublime temple art. A visit to Swayambhunath (or Monkey temple) is an essential experience in Kathmandu. An adventurer’s paradise- trekking the rugged trails of the Everest, the Annapurnas and beyond, rafting on a roaring Nepali river or bungee jumping into a yawning Himalayan gorge, canoeing, climbing, kayaking, paragliding and mountain biking; Pokhara offers the perfect array of activities for that adrenaline kick. Spare a day to spot some wildlife at the Chitwan National Park. For the spirituals ones, enroll in a short course on Buddhist Studies or Tibetan at the Rangjung Yeshe Institute, stopping en route to visit the birthplace of Buddha on the steamy plains near Lumbini or Bhaktapur, with its cobbled streets and red-brick houses, temples and statues at every street corner. An enchanting blend of Hindu and Buddhist mysticism, Nepal is a peaceful land. Try the traditional Nepali and Tibetan cuisine; shaphale, chhoyla, momos, sel roti, dhindo! Nepal is just a step away from heaven; you can book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.