The sky above Pokhara in Nepal transformed into a rich tapestry of colours as hot air balloons of different shapes and sizes rose above the ground with snowy Himalayan peaks as a backdrop. This scene unfolded at the country`s first hot air balloon festival.

On December 24, 2024, in Pokhara, Nepal. Hot Air Balloons filled with propane gas prepares to take-off at the tourism city during the Nepal’s first International Hot Air Balloon Festival. Pilots and participants from the various countries have taken part in the festival while the festival aims to promote tourism in Pokhara.

The inaugural International Balloon Festival in Pokhara, Nepal, featuring participants from 30 countries, elevates adventure tourism. Over nine days, pilots from around the world offer breathtaking flights over the Himalayas,

Nepal’s tourism capital, Pokhara, has taken adventure tourism to new heights with its inaugural International Balloon Festival. The nine-day event, running from December 24, 2024, to January 2, 2025, is being held in the Pame region, known for its scenic beauty and adventure opportunities.

With Nepal's snowy Himalayan peaks as a backdrop, the sky above Pokhara transformed into a vibrant canvas of colours for the country's first hot-air balloon festival."We felt that we must bring a balloon festival like this to Nepal,

The inaugural BYD International Balloon Festival in Pokhara, Nepal, has elevated adventure tourism, attracting participants from 30 countries. Spanning nine days, the festival offers spectacular aerial views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges,