Second tourist destination after Kathmandu Valley, and most picturesque place in Nepal, Pokhara lies 200 km, 6 hrs drive towards west of Kathmandu. It is a virtual paradise surrounded by the snow peak of Dhaulagiri, the Annapurnas, Lamjung Himal and the famous unscaled centerpiece. Machhapuchare (Mt. Fish Tail). These mountains are visible from any part of Pokhara on a clear day. The beauty of this verdant valley is enhanced by the crystal clear waters of the Phewa, Begnas and Rupa Lakes as well as many as smaller ones. Therefore Pokhara is known as the City of Lakes. A famous trekking areas easily accessible by road and daily half an hour flights from Kathmandu makes Pokhara a destination in itself.