Paragliding over Kathmandu Attracts Tourists

Paragliding, an adventurous sport, has been flourishing as a commercial tourist attraction in Nepal. In Kathmandu, it is becoming popular in recent times.

Release time : 2017-11-13 10:49:47

source : http://www.tourismkathmandu.com/

(Source: Tourism Kathmandu)

Paragliding, an adventurous sport, has been flourishing as a commercial tourist attraction in Nepal. In Kathmandu, it is becoming popular in recent times.

During this tourist season, Deurali Bhanjyang of Shankarapur Municipality in Kathmandu seems crowded. Until some time ago, people only thought of going to Pokhara, 200 kilometers away from Kathmandu, for paragliding.

Shankarapur Paragliding Pvt Ltd started paragliding inside the valley three years ago from Deurali Bhanjyang. One can experience an aerial view of the capital Kathmandu city from the place it conducts its gliders.

After receiving Air Operator Certificate from the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal four years ago, the company started paragliding flights, targeting the high potential of tourism in the capital city.

Deurali Bhanjyang, at the height of 2,100 meters from the sea level and just 40 kilometers from Thamel in Kathmandu, is the jumping-off point for gliders.

One can experience the aerial view of Melamchi and Indrawati River along with view of mountains nearby the capital city during the flight.

According to Sharan Adhikari, operation head of Shankharapur Paragliding, Kathmandu can be the center of attraction for paragliding if the Pokhara international airport comes into operation.

“Once the Pokhara international airport is built, it will automatically impact paragliding of Pokhara because fly zone is dangerous for paragliding,” Adhikari said: “This can benefit Kathmandu.”

“Though Kathmandu is not as famous as Pokhara for such adventurous activities, it can still give adventure lovers a thrilling experience of paragliding,” Adhikari said, adding that it will also enhance Kathmandu’s tourism.

According to the company, locals of Deurali Bhanjyang are delighted with the beginning of paragliding in their area. “Since our project started here, locals have supported us as we have helped improve the infrastructure