Day tour to Chandra Giri Hill

Day tour to Chandra Giri Hill

The view of Mt. Annapurna range, Langtang and Everest range is clearly visible from the top of Chandragri hill. For the Hindu religious  people Bhalashower Madhave ( Shiva ) Temple is an another attraction.

Chandragiri hill is made up of small and big boulders can be found on the route to the peak, and is covered with a lush green blanket of flora.

The Bhaleshore Mahadev temple of Lord Shiva is on top of the hill. Legend says that King Prithivi Narayan Shah worshipped in the temple before conquering the valley during his unification campaign.

The Chandragiri hill tour is an excellent option for the nature lover which is close from Katmandu. The road access to the cable car station is easy access. Travelers can enjoy the beautiful nature, Panoramic views of Himalayan ranges as well as food and drinks with great views.

Chandragiri hills carry historical significance as well. It was from these hills that King Prithivi Narayan Shah caught the first glimpse of a much scenic and prosperous Kathmandu valley, which in fact instilled in the king’s mind an idea of annexing the valley into his kingdom. According to folklore, Prithivi Narayan Shah is believed to have amassed spiritual powers for unification process after undergoing rigorous ‘sadhana’ or meditation at these very hills. The Gorkhali King disguised himself while ascending the hills in order to avoid being recognized by the Malla Kings of Kathmandu Valley.

09:00 AM :Drive to cable car station.

10: 00 AM : Chandragiri hill by cable car.

12:00 Noon : Back to the car station by cable car.

01:00 in to your hotel.