A Pristine Pilgrimage Site Near Kathmandu
Panch Pokhari (Five Lakes) is a group of sacred alpine lakes. Despite being relatively close to Kathmandu, it sees few tourists compared to the Everest trekking regions.
Like Gosaikunda, this is a major pilgrimage site. Trekking during festivals offers a cultural overload distinct from the Sherpa culture of a Mount Everest expedition.
This is best done as a camping trek. Waking up by the pristine lakes is a serene experience, offering solitude often missing from the Everest Base Camp teahouses.
The viewpoint offers one of the widest panoramas in Nepal, stretching to Makalu and the Everest summit region in the distance.
If you want a short, camping-style trek that offers spiritual vibes and wilderness without the crowds of Everest trekking, this is a hidden gem.
