named after the seven tributaries that make up the gandaki river, the gandaki zone in nepal lies in the western administrative region. pokhara serves as its regional and zonal headquarters. gandaki is also home to multiple cultures which are unique in themselves.some like the gurungs have made themselves famous as gurkha fighters. pokhara is famous for its natural scenery and its view of the himalayas, especially the annapurna range. the famour annapurna trekking trail also begins from here. some places to visit while in pokhara: fewa lake mahendra cave sarangkot naudanda