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Godawari,
literally is a vernaculars translation of a special
flower , Godawari is a big village setting of extreme
natural beauty and is situated 10 Kilometers southeast
of Patan perched at the foot of Mt. Phulchowki which
holds a relevant altitude of 9,500 feet above the sea
level. It is in fact the highest mountain of Kathmandu
valley, a good spot for hiking. Rhododendrons of various
kinds and colors from snow-white to dark-red grow wild
on the slopes. It also has rich forestations abound with
different varieties of flora and birds. A center of
numerous orchid species, it makes an ideal spot for the
outdoor party and picnickers. It is indeed a botanical
paradise, not, not to miss the orchards and
horticultural yards as well. Besides, the two renowned
Hindu temples of Godawari-Kunda (also known as
Panch-Dhara) and Nou-Dhara, and a new Buddhist monastery
are worth visiting. Historical Godawari-Kunda celebrates
a special twelve-year festival. It is a ritual worship
committed with zeal and enthusiasm in the monsoon
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