INTRODUCTION
The Fort Resort Nagarkot is set within 6 acres of dense forest, to the east of Kathamandu Valley. It is designed in a traditional Newari style with carved doors and windows. The standard cottages built like pagodas are well equipped, and overlook the spectacular Himalayan Mountains. Great for those who enjoy trekking. The small, comfortable and homely atmosphere of this resort gives one a sense of a soothing and relaxing experience. The resort has comfortable rooms with attached baths and a good supply of hot and cold water. During the winter heaters are provided in rooms. The resorts
At the altitude of over 7,000 ft and facing 200 miles of unobstructed views of the Himalayas is The Fort Resort and Retreat. The Fort provides twenty-five resort rooms, four independent retreat cottages, conference hall, sauna, and restaurant with continental, Chinese, Indian, and Nepali food. The property has its own organic vegetable garden which is the largest in Nagarkot. Also, it has a reading room that is in the process to be turned into the library for both the guests' and staffs' benefit.
The Fort is located in Nagarkot on the ancient trade route to Tibet. It has been a place to see the sun rise right from the peak of the Mt. Everest since ancient times. Kings and Maharajas came here to enjoy their summer resorts for the spectacular view of the Himalayas.
Nagarkot had been a fort since the Lichhive period and had its own tax and immigration regulations. As a matter of fact, the first European, Father Grueber and Dorville, who entered Nepal in 1661 were received here in Nagarkot by King Pratap Malla.
Clothing Recommendation Winter (December- February) is generally cold and windy in the evening and Warm Clothes, Jackets and Pullovers are recommended. During Spring and Summer, heavy cotton clothing or a light jacket can come handy. A sturdy pair of walking shoes, thick shocks for hikes and day treks are recommended.
Temperature at Nagarkot
|
Month |
Mean Temperature in Degree Celsius |
|
Maximum |
Minimum |
Daily |
|
January |
14.1 |
4.0 |
9.1 |
|
February |
14.0 |
2.9 |
8.5 |
|
March |
19.6 |
8.0 |
13.8 |
|
April |
23.5 |
10.5 |
17.0 |
|
May |
24.8 |
12.7 |
18.8 |
|
June |
23.2 |
15.3 |
19.3 |
|
July |
23.6 |
15.5 |
19.5 |
|
August |
23.6 |
15.6 |
19.6 |
|
September |
22.9 |
14.5 |
18.7 |
|
October |
20.9 |
10.1 |
15.5 |
|
November |
17.9 |
6.4 |
12.2 |
|
December |
14.4 |
3.7 |
9.1 |
|
Year |
20.2 |
9.9 |
15.1 | |