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First day in Pokhara

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October 13th 2008
Our first day in Pokhara (sadly just discovered that also I am not invincible and have a bit of a stomach problem). After breakfast we went into town and had a quick look at the lake that is a landmark for Pokhara.We stopped in a Kangaroobar (yep, in Nepal) with a beautiful view of the lake for a cup of Nepalese Masala tea. On our way we ' met' some lazy beggars, they now just hold their hand out ... read more

Asia » Nepal » Pokhara

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In 1951, the Nepalese monarch ended the century-old system of rule by hereditary premiers and instituted a cabinet system of government. Reforms in 1990 established a multiparty democracy within the framework of a constitutional monarchy. A Maoist in... ... read more