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All Nepal Pokhara

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Pokhara

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Pokhara, Nepal

Updated May 2, 2025

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Pokhara, Nepal

International Mountain Museum

A museum with a window view of the Himalayas and an on-site climbing wall.
One of many beautiful dioramas.

Pokhara, Nepal

Annapurna Natural History Museum Butterfly Collection

Feast your eyes upon hundreds of Nepal's native butterflies and moths.
Gurkha Memorial Museum

Pokhara, Nepal

Gurkha Memorial Museum

This institution honors Nepal’s most storied warriors.
Tal Barahi Temple

Pokhara, Nepal

Tal Barahi Temple

Lake Phewa is home to the only island temple in Nepal.
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