Godavari Village Resort

Our next destination was the lovely Godavari Village Resort, not too far from the botanical garden in Godawari, Lalitpur.

The sign that indicated we were almost there!

This beautiful resort was built by and is owned/operated by a close friend of the bride's family. It was constructed with traditional Newari architectural details, such as the intricately carved wooden windows, balconies, and doorways. The accommodations are nice with numerous cottages and several larger buildings. The grounds are replete with well-kept gardens and horticultural displays, and the whole property overlooks a visually inviting valley with terraced rice paddies amidst stunning viewsheds of the mighty Himalayas in the background.

The front entrance gate...

There were not too many tourists or patrons while I was there, perhaps due to the stigma associated with traveling in Nepal following the civil war and recent political strife. However, this fact made the place even more magical, since we had it nearly all to ourselves! It also made me think that booking a room or cottage there would probably be a great bargain...

Some of the exquistely hand-carved, traditional Newari architectural details

Amazing detail on this wooden column!

Ok, yes, I admit it! I am a plant geek! I couldn't help but admire the refreshing touches of horticulture throughout the resort!

Nice collection of planters...

I am still amazed at the amazing selection of plants from a diversity of climates that were all equally happy to be growing side-by-side in the mild climate of Kathmandu Valley!

Araucaria trees, Agave, and Poinsettias, oh my!