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Chitre

Gandaki Pradesh, Nepal · Asia

About Chitre

Chitre is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Bāgluṅ, 38km from Pokhara.

Chitre is a town located in Gandaki Pradesh, Nepal. With a population of 2,860, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Chitre sits in Nepal. It's in the Asia/Kathmandu time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Chitre to your route.

About Chitre

Poon Hill (पून हिल) is a hill station overlooking the Annapurna Massif range and Dhaulagiri mountain range, located on border of Myagdi District and Kaski District in Gandaki Province of Nepal. This lookout is the key viewpoint in the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. Mountains such as an Annapurna 8,091m, Dhaulagiri 8,127,

Read more Annapurna South 7,219 Meter, Machhapuchhare 6,993 Meter, Himchuli, Annapurna III, Dhampus peak, Dhulagiri II, and many other tall peaks can be seen from here. Poon Hill is located 270 km west from Kathmandu (The capital of Nepal). The hike to Poon Hill from Pokhara takes 2–3 days. The Poon Hill viewpoint is on the way to Annapurna Sanctuary which lies in the centre of Annapurna Conservation Area. Trekkers need to obtain an ACCAP Permit from Kathmandu or Pokhara in order to complete this hike.

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Where is Chitre located?

Chitre is located in Gandaki Pradesh, Nepal, Asia. The coordinates are 28.4267 latitude, 83.6908 longitude.

What is the population of Chitre?

Chitre has a population of approximately 2,860 people, making it a town in Nepal.

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Quick Information

Population
2,860
Continent
Asia
Country
Nepal
Region
Gandaki Pradesh
Timezone
Asia/Kathmandu
Coordinates
28.4267, 83.6908

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Worth the detour from Chitre

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Poon Hill Viewpoint

A pre-dawn trek to a 3,210-metre hilltop for a sunrise panorama of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges stretching across the Himalayan horizon.

6 km · about 10 min drive

mountain pass

Annapurna Circuit

One of the world's greatest long-distance treks circling the Annapurna massif through diverse landscapes and cultures.

23 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Pokhara

A lakeside city framed by the Annapurna mountain range, the gateway to Nepal's most popular trekking circuits.

38 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Muktinath

A Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage temple at 3,762 m below Thorong La in Mustang, where 108 bull-head spouts pour glacial water and a natural gas flame burns beside a spring. Now reachable by jeep road.

47 km · about 55 min drive

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  • Right herePoon Hill ViewpointA pre-dawn trek to a 3,210-metre hilltop for a sunrise panorama of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges stretching across the Himalayan horizon.
  • 23 kmAnnapurna CircuitOne of the world's greatest long-distance treks circling the Annapurna massif through diverse landscapes and cultures.

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