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Pokhara is a picturesque city located in the western part of Nepal, known for its stunning natural beauty and serene atmosphere. The city is surrounded by the majestic Himalayan mountains, including the famous Annapurna range, and is home to several beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and caves. For photography enthusiasts, Pokhara offers a plethora of opportunities to capture the breathtaking landscapes and cultural heritage of Nepal. Some of the popular photography locations in Pokhara include the Phewa Lake, Sarangkot Hill, World Peace Pagoda, Mahendra Cave, and the Bindhyabasini Temple.

Boats on Lake Phewa, Pokhara
Lake Phewa
by jim stephenw

Phewa Lake (formerly called Baidam Tal) is a freshwater lake in Nepal located in the south of the Pokhara Valley. The lake is stream-fed but a dam regulates the water reserves, therefore, the lake is classified as semi-natural freshwater lake. It is the second largest lake in Nepal and is the most popular and most visited lake of Nepal. It is the only lake in Nepal to have a temple (Tal Barahi Temple) at the central part of lake. Phewa Lake is located at an altitude of 742 m (2,434 ft) and covers an area of about 4.43 km2 (1.7 sq mi). It has an average depth of about 8.6 m (28 ft) and a maximum depth of 24 m (79 ft). The Annapurna range on the north is only about 28 km (linear distance) away from the lake.

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Boats in the Himalayas
Begnas Lake
by Birukov Yury
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World Peace Stupa
World Peace Pagoda
by Arun Prakash Sharma
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MACHHAPUHHARE MOUNTAIN
Annapurna Range from Sarangkot
by Crystal Frame Photography
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Wise Souls Speak Loudly In Silence
World Peace Pagoda
by Manuel Urrea Pacheco
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Star trails over the moonlit Annapurna Range from Sarangkot, Nepal
Annapurna Range from Sarangkot

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Sunset Surprise
Lake Phewa

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14 days
Annapurna range from World Peace Pagoda
by Jiri Hajek

The title refers to the two weeks I spent going around the Annapurna range, which is visible in its entirety in this photograph.

The views from the Pokhara World Peace Pagoda are amazing, you can see Lake Phewa right below and the mountains behind, including several Annapurna summits and the iconic Machhapuchhare (Fish tail).

Photo Tips: The Pagoda itself can be closed for sunrise and sunset and also tripods are not allowed there. However there are several nice viewpoints nearby, like this one at a nearby restaurant (or around it, if closed).

Bring either an ultra wide lens, or expect to stitch a panorama, as I did in this case.

Sunrise generally offers a better chance to photograph the mountains, as they are often in clouds since the afternoon. However, if visible, both mornings and evenings are great here.

Getting there: You can either walk up the hill (about 250 vertical meters), or take a taxi from Pokhara. From Lakeside it costs about 1000 rupees and takes roughly 20 minutes.

Raising Himalayas
Phewa Lake and Himalayas
by Jiri Hajek

A beautiful spot to watch first light touching the majestic Himalayas towering above Pokhara and reflected in Lake Phewa.

Photo Tips: Normal to Wideangle lens will be most useful here to capture both the mountains and reflections. Panorama might be an option too. I prefer Sunrise, as it offers a better chance for views, there are often clouds in the evening.

Getting there: It's a short walk (at most 2 km) from anywhere in the Lakeside district of Pokhara, so it's easy to get there for sunrise (or any other time of day, if you prefer).

Boats on Lake Phewa, Pokhara with Annapurnas and hang gliders in background
Lake Phewa
by jim stephenw

Phewa Lake (formerly called Baidam Tal) is a freshwater lake in Nepal located in the south of the Pokhara Valley. The lake is stream-fed but a dam regulates the water reserves, therefore, the lake is classified as semi-natural freshwater lake. It is the second largest lake in Nepal and is the most popular and most visited lake of Nepal. It is the only lake in Nepal to have a temple (Tal Barahi Temple) at the central part of lake. Phewa Lake is located at an altitude of 742 m (2,434 ft) and covers an area of about 4.43 km2 (1.7 sq mi). It has an average depth of about 8.6 m (28 ft) and a maximum depth of 24 m (79 ft). The Annapurna range on the north is only about 28 km (linear distance) away from the lake.

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Reflection of Sun Kissed Beauty
Phewa Lake and Himalayas
by Sahadev Byanjankar
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A Bunch of Nepal Wooden Boats in Begnas Lake
Begnas Lake
by Crystal Frame Photography
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Nepal - Pokhara - Lake Phewa at Sunset
Lake Phewa

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Nepal - Pokhara Valley - Gorge of the Seti River - Patale Chhango - Hell's Falls - Devi's - David's Falls - Magnificent waterfall next to Gupteswar Gupha
Patale Chhango / Devi's Falls

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Sunrise over Lake Phewa and Pokhara, viewed from Sarangkot
Annapurna Range from Sarangkot
by jim stephenw

The Buddhist temple Pokhara Shanti Stupa can be seen on the hilltop above the lake.

Boats on Lake Phewa, Pokhara
Lake Phewa
by jim stephenw

Phewa Lake (formerly called Baidam Tal) is a freshwater lake in Nepal located in the south of the Pokhara Valley. The lake is stream-fed but a dam regulates the water reserves, therefore, the lake is classified as semi-natural freshwater lake. It is the second largest lake in Nepal and is the most popular and most visited lake of Nepal. It is the only lake in Nepal to have a temple (Tal Barahi Temple) at the central part of lake. Phewa Lake is located at an altitude of 742 m (2,434 ft) and covers an area of about 4.43 km2 (1.7 sq mi). It has an average depth of about 8.6 m (28 ft) and a maximum depth of 24 m (79 ft). The Annapurna range on the north is only about 28 km (linear distance) away from the lake.

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Early morning boats - Pokhara, Nepal
Lake Phewa
by Tim Starkey
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Amazing view of begnas Lake in morning light
Begnas Lake
by Crystal Frame Photography
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Phewa Sunset
Lake Phewa with fishing nets
by Jiri Hajek

There's an interesting foreground element at this part of Lake Phewa shore, fishing nets enclosing a fishery station (not sure exactly whether what it's for). It's about a different perspective as you don't get the typical colorful boats here close to the camera.

Sunrise over the Annapurna from Sarangkot, Pokhara, Nepal
Annapurna Range from Sarangkot

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Twilight in Pokhara, Nepal
Annapurna range from World Peace Pagoda

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Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Pokhara!
Most notably Jiri Hajek and jim stephenw.