Introduction

Himalayan Shangri-La Resort is just 30 km countryside, located at the highest ridge between the famed Kathmandu-Lhasa trade route. It is built near the temple of Kali above the town of Dhulikhel. This pinnacle commands the view of the entire Himalaya to the north, and overlooks the Charkhal valley down below. The trail to Namobuddha passes by it, Palanchowk Bhagwati is on the north east and the settlement of Panauti is on southwest. It's an enchanting natural spot where one can breathe fresh mountain air and savour the majestic view of snow clad Himalayan ranges. Here you will also come across rhododendron and wake up to the singing of Cuckoo. While in Himalayan Shangri-La, you can go to watch the ethnic life in surrounding villages and hamlets at closer range. A day long hiking or bicycle trip to Buddhist shrine 'Namobuddha' and ancient town of Panauti are quite popular. If you are more adventurous you can venture for rafting, fishing or swimming on Sunkoshi River 25 km down the valley.

The resort is a paradise for bird watching. A large variety of birds and butterflies can be found around the resort complex. The views of sunrise and sunset from Himalayan Shangri-La are the most superb in Dhulikhel. Here, you can do as much or as little as you wish.