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supply in this village from long distance. The trail climbs along ridges and
            through pine and rhododendron forests to Deurali. Then, it descends to
            reach Banthanti; we reach Tadapani, and take part in Yoga in the evening.
            We will be accommodated overnight in a tourist lodge.

            Day 07: Tadapani  – Ghandruk  – Pokhara

            We will wake up in the morning and practise Yoga. After Yoga, we will
            have breakfast. Then, our trek continues towards Ghandruk. After walking
            for around four hours, we reach Ghandruk, a Gurung village which is the
            most interesting ethnic village in Nepal, famous for its Gorkha soldiers.
            It has excellent close-up views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre
            Himalayas. After lunch, we drive back to Pokhara via Nayapul. We will
            stay overnight in Pokhara.


            Day 08: Departure
            We will leave for the next destination in the morning after breakfast.


            A.   Match the words in column A with their meanings in column B.

                   Column A                        Column B


                   a.   magnificent             i.   charming
                   b.   glaciers                ii.   surprised; amazed

                   c.   hotspot                 iii.  plants and animals
                   d.   astonished              iv.   throughout the entire year

                   e.   enchanting              v.   rivers of ice
                   f.   flora and fauna         vi.   extremely attractive and impressive

                   g.   perennial               vii.  a place of significant activity

            B.   Circle the correct answer.

                  a.   What are the visitors expected to achieve  the most in this
                       package holiday?


                       i.   enjoyment of panoramic views of mountain and landscapes

                       ii.   plenty of physical activity in the lap of nature

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