Beschrijving

Trekking area north-west of Pokhara, around Ghandruk and Ghrorepani in the south-western part of the Annapurna Conservation Area, presented on a map at 1:50,000 from Nepa Maps. Coverage extends north to Tatopani and includes a section of the Annapurna Circuit, prominently marked to distinguish it from other trekking routes. The map also highlights numerous local trekking routes: a trek linking Birethanti with Ghorepani, a trail north from Landruk to the Hinko/Hinku Cave, treks to Khopra Danda for a panoramic view including the Dhaulagiri peaks, etc. Contours are at 40m intervals. Margin ticks show latitude and longitude at intervals of 2’30’’. The index lists places, peaks, lakes and passes. Additional information includes tables showing various trekking routes in stages with altitudes in metres and feet and trekking times.

Titles in this Nepa Maps series have cartography is based on the country’s topographic survey, with contours usually at 40m or 50m intervals, enhanced by relief shading, colouring and graphics to show various features of the terrain, including glaciers, forested or cultivated areas, etc. Numerous peaks, with additional spot heights, plus names of glaciers and mountain ranges are prominently shown. The network of rivers, streams and lakes is shown in great detail, with many smaller rivers and lakes named. Overprint highlights main trekking routes and numerous local trails, with symbols indicating various places of interest and tourist facilities. Most maps are indexed and include additional information such as route profiles, glossaries, etc. All the information is in English and heights are given in metres.

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