Nagarkot Community Homestay - A quick and tranquil escape from Kathmandu

Nagarkot is a hill station and one of Kathmandu's most popular short-break destinations. Travelers to Nagarkot were more likely to visit the main Nagarkot Dhanda and stay in one of the many hotels which rarely benefitted the locals. The community homestay program has brought opportunities to the locals as hosts and guides. Tourism now is one of the major sources of revenue for the locals at Bastola gaun. It has encouraged women to participate in their communities by allowing them to take on greater responsibilities. Women who used to be very timid about even introducing themselves are now more confident and independent. They are more aware of personal hygiene and keeping their surroundings clean. As part of the homestay program, the guests are treated with home-cooked meals which have emphasized the importance of planting in the fields.