Some captures at a glance from WordCamp Pokhara session
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Some captures at a glance from WordCamp Pokhara session
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On a special note, we would like to thank each and everyone of you for making WordCamp Pokhara 2018 a grand success. We concluded main day WordCamp Pokhara on Nov 24th. This was our very FIRST event under the name of WordCamp Pokhara.
Without YOUR support, we would not have been this successful. So, we would like to thank all who helped making WordCamp this grand and awesome. Without Sponsors, WordCamp Pokhara would have never happened. Thank you to all our sponsors and supporters who have supported this event and making it available to WordPress enthusiasts.
We would like to thank the organizers and volunteers; months were spent planning this event and without everyone’s input and hard work it wouldn’t be a successful camp. We’re grateful for each person’s unique perspective and the experiences that they draw from to keep each event interesting and engaging from year to year.
Special thanks to all speakers for sharing their knowledge and experience to all WordPressers. Big thanks to all attendees who participated the event helped making the event a success. Also, thanks to all who could not attend the venue, but always helped in the organization of the event and support every possible way for the WordCamp.
WordCamp Pokhara 2018 has ended, and like this year we would be announcing next year’s WordCamp soon. Stay tuned on our social channels! We hope to make next year’s WordCamp even better and bigger!
Together we thrive and I for one look forward to great things to come.
Dhanyabaad!
Check out all of the fantastic speakers lineup this WordCamp session!
Lose yourself in the natural scenery and enjoy a fun social event with your fellow attendees, speakers, and sponsors. Lose yourself in the natural scenery and enjoy after-party!
You must acquire WordCamp Pokhara 2018 badge in order to attend the event.
When: Nov 24th, 2018, between 6 PM and 8 PM.
Location: Bajeko Sekuwa, Naagdhunga, Pokhara
How far: It is approx 2.2 km (29 mins) walking distance from Hotel Grande where WordCamp sessions are taking place.
Get ready to make some tough decisions, because we’ve got a great set this year. Our speakers are preparing some wonderful sessions – see what’s in store by checking out the full WordCamp schedule now!
Click on each session to read a description of the talk and who’s giving it. Or click on the speaker to read their bio.
In-Kind Sponsorship is that kind of Sponsorship where sponsors can donate goods or services rather than cash as their sponsorship. These goods/services will be distributed to the participants.
The only constraint is that the goods or services will also have to feature a symbolic representation of WordCamp Pokhara 2018. For the symbolism, the logo of the WordPress Pokhara, text ‘WordCamp Pokhara 2018’ or #WCPKR2018 can be used.
Note: The number of goods or services donated should be at least 400.
Here’s how In-Kind Sponsors will be acknowledged:
Hi everyone! We just released a short intro video featuring our upcoming WordCamp 2018 in Pokhara city. Check it out!!
Get Your Ticket to WordCamp Pokhara!
Ticket Price: NPR 1500/-
Lunch and some cool WordCamp swags are included with every ticket purchase, which probably makes WordCamp Pokhara 2018 the best WordCamp in Nepal to happen to-date. Not to mention a full day of inspiring sessions from WordPress gurus and a chance to find like-minded people!
Please scroll down to the bottom to fill up the registration form.
WordCamp Pokhara, Nepal is happening November 24th, 2018
If you’ve already registered and have not yet paid, you can make payments using the following options:
1. Online transfer via eSewa/ Khalti
Send your payment to wppokhara@gmail.com or 9806724771
2. Bank Transfer (Siddhartha Bank Limited, Online/Offline)
Pratima Sharma
Siddhartha Bank Limited
A/C No: 00515122846
3. Cash Payments
After your payment has been confirmed, your name will be listed on the attendees’ page.
If you have any question, please feel free to call WordCamp Pokhara organizer Pitam Bahadur Sen (9856026697), Nishal Gurung (9856000849), Pratima Sharma (9846785856)
Notice Regarding PAN/VAT Bills
In the past few weeks, we have been getting requests for PAN bill for the purchase of WordCamp Pokhara tickets.
We regret to inform you that we cannot provide you the PAN bills. WordCamps are casual community events. It is run by local volunteers and the ticket prices you pay are not for generating profits. Instead, the surplus amounts are used for the next WordCamp, Meet ups and WordPress Events in the country. That means, the volunteers and the organizers don’t receive any remuneration.
WordCamps are not run by a private company and therefore the PAN is not registered for WordCamp Pokhara.
We thank you for your cooperation towards WordCamp Pokhara 2018.
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REGISTRATION FORM:
Note: If you are having problem filling above “On Screen Form”, please use this link: https://goo.gl/eWiY8c
Call for Speakers has been closed for this WordCamp Pokhara 2018.
Thank you all for the overwhelming response. For those who filled in, we will get back to you. For those, who were a little late to fill in we shall see you in WordCamp Pokhara 2019.
EARLY BIRD TICKETS CLOSED!!!
This is to announce that the early bird tickets to WordCamp Pokhara 2018 have now been closed. You can still buy the tickets.
For all of you people who are joining us in Pokhara to make WordCamp Pokhara 2018 a success, we have tried to list down a few must-do things in Pokhara to make your trip memorable.
The city of paradise Pokhara does not disappoint anybody in any circumstances. Regardless to say, there’s a myriad of things you can do at the most popular and loved tourist destination of Nepal as this city is a stunning one, filled with nature, great places to see as well as an important hub for mountain trekkers.
Here’s a list of some of the things you can do at Pokhara:
The Lakes of Pokhara
As suggested by the name in itself, Pokhara is a city of many lakes. There are altogether 9 lakes in Pokhara valley. These lakes are an important part of Pokhara’s beauty and provide ample activities for entertainment, including but not limited to boating, stand up paddle, kayaking, fishing.
Lakeside
Lakeside is the tourist district is along the north shore of the Phewa lake and is the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Lakeside houses most of the popular tourist accommodation and the best places to eat as well as hangout.
Hiking/Trekking
Trekking Pokhara is not just fun but extremely thrilling too. Pokhara has come up with and is the gateway to some of the most beautiful treks that have a culmination of both adventure with some jaw dropping and awe inspiring scenic beauty. The treks are quite beautifully adorned with rich flora and fauna which just adds to the beauty of the trek.
Paragliding
Pokhara also boasts a booming adventure-sports industry: it is arguably the best paragliding venue on the globe. Paragliding in Pokhara is one of the best places in the world to experience flying. Using Sarangkot as a take off area, gliders get incredible views of the Annapurna mountain range behind them while under and ahead is the beautiful lake Phewa Tal.
Ultra Light Flights
An UltraLight flight allows you to witness the virgin beauty of the nearby mountainm lakes and the greenery. It is another medium to observe the full spectrum of the magnificient Pokhara valley along with mountain peaks and lakes at the same time.
Bungee Jump
With 70m vertical drop and 3 sec free fall, Pokhara houses Nepal’s first and only tower Bungee, HighGround Bungee that has something for everyone. Located at a convenient 20 minutes from Pokhara Lakeside, the jump site offers a spellbinding view of the Himalayas, the hills and the rivers that will take your breath away.
Zip Flyer
With an incline of 56 degree, total length of 1.8 km and a vertical drop of 600 meters, The ZipFlyer in Pokhara is the tallest, the longest and the steepest zipline in the whole world. Located in one of the most beautiful places on the planet, no zip line ever made comes even close to this.
White Water Rafting
Only minutes away from Pokhara are many short and sweet rafting adventures that offer hours of non-stop adrenaline. With fantastic Annapurna mountain views, crystal clear Himalayan whitewater and beautiful gorges decorated with a suspension bridges and prayer flags – Rafting is a must-do activity.
Check out these hotels for a stay of 1 or 2 days in Pokhara. They will be convenient for you as they are close to the venue and within your easy reach. Besides this, you can also hangout at all the other interesting places in and around the city.
Hotel Landmark Pokhara
Hotel Landmark Pokhara is one of the best hotel situated in Pokhara with great and luxurious and qualitative service. Hotel Landmark Pokhara is about one kilometer from Pokhara Airport. The Landmark bus stand is right in front of the hotel. The hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free toiletries and a sitting area. It has a restaurant and a bar.
The hotel is about 252 m from Fewa Lake and just over a quarter mile from Taal Barahi Temple. The tour desk helps guests organize excursions to popular tourist attractions.
The rooms at Landmark Pokhara Hotel are simple and feature private bathrooms. They have a wardrobe, satellite TV, and a telephone. Selected rooms have a mountain view.
Distance from WordCamp Pokhara venue (Hotel Pokhara Grande): 3.1 km
Rate: Starting from USD 60$ (For further information please check on Trivago.com or booking.com)
Rating: 4.5 on Tripadvisor.com
Services offered:
– Free Wifi
– Free Parking
– Breakfast included
– Air Conditioning
– Non-Smoking Hotel
Hotel Snowland
Snowland is next hotel which we have mentioned in our list because it offers qualitative service and is one of the grossing hotels in the list of TripAdvisor. Offering a restaurant that serves Indian and Local cuisine, Hotel Snowland is located just 100 m from Fewa Lake. Free Wi-Fi access is available. The property offers free parking.
Rooms here will provide you with a TV, a seating area and cable channels. Private bathrooms also come with a shower. Extras include a desk and a fan.
At Hotel Snowland you will find a 24-hour front desk, a terrace and a bar. Other facilities offered include a tour desk, luggage storage and dry cleaning. A car can be rented for sightseeing. Room service is available only for limited hours.
Distance from WordCamp Pokhara venue (Hotel Pokhara Grande): 3.2km
Rate: Starting from USD30$ (For further information please check on Trivago.com or booking.com)
Rating: Rated 4.5 on Tripadvisor.com
Services offered:
– Free Wifi
– Free Parking
– Breakfast included
– Air Conditioning
– Non-Smoking Hotel
Hotel Crystal Palace
Hotel Crystal Palace is next hotel which we have mentioned in our list because it offers qualitative service and is one of the grossing hotels in the list of TripAdvisor and this hotel is a budget oriented hotel. Centrally located, this luxury hotel offers great views of a lake and mountains from guest rooms. Featuring a spa and a restaurant, Hotel Crystal Palace is situated in Pokhara. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
This hotel is 2 km from Pokhara Airport and 1 km from Tourist Bus Park. The Fewa Lake is 200 m away. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a balcony. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with free toiletries and slippers. Extras include a seating area and cable channels.
At Hotel Crystal Palace you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered include meeting facilities, a tour desk and luggage storage. A business centre is also present.
The property offers free parking. Crystal Restaurant serves multi-cuisine fare. Room service options are also available.
Distance from WordCamp Pokhara venue (Hotel Pokhara Grande): 3.5km
Rate: Starting from USD 27$ (For further information please check onTrivago.com or booking.com)
Rating: 4.5 on Tripadvisor.com
Services offered:
– Free Wifi
– Free Parking
– Breakfast included
– Air Conditioning
– Non-Smoking Hotel
Hotel Tara
Just 250 m from Fewa Lake, Hotel Tara offers spectacular views of Mount Machhapuchhare and elegant rooms with spacious interiors and private balconies. The hotel provides healthy food options and free Wi-Fi.
The rooms at Tara Hotel are air conditioned and equipped with a desk, a satellite TV and a safe. All rooms have comfortable seating areas, fine beddings and an en suite bathroom fitted with a shower.
The hotel is located about 1.5 km from Pokhara Domestic Airport and 2 km from the city centre. The tour desk helps guests organise excursions to popular attractions. It also provides car rental facilities.
The restaurant serves Chinese, European and Indian dishes. It also offers Nepalese specialities. There is a bar on site. Room service is available.
Distance from WordCamp Pokhara venue (Hotel Pokhara Grande): 2.9km
Rate: Starting from USD 23$ (For further information please check on Trivago.com or booking.com)
Rating: 4.5 on Tripadvisor.com
Services offered:
– Free Wifi
– Free Parking
– Breakfast included
– Air Conditioning
– Non-Smoking Hotel
Pokhara Eco Resort Pvt. Ltd
This is one of the budget-oriented yet clean and qualitative featured hotel situated in the town. Featuring a garden and a terrace, Pokhara Eco Resort offers classic accommodation in Pokhara. With a bar, the property is only 500 m from Lake Fewa. Offering views of the snow-capped mountains, the rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries.
There is a restaurant on site serving Indian cuisine. Guests can avail transportation facilities, trekking and tour facilities. Pokhara Eco Resort is 2 km from Pokhara Airport.
Distance from WordCamp Pokhara venue (Hotel Pokhara Grande): 3.5km
Rate: Starting from USD 20$ (For further information please check on Trivago.com or booking.com)
Rating: 4.0 on Tripadvisor.com
Services offered:
– Free Wifi
– Free Parking
– Breakfast included
– Air Conditioning
– Non-Smoking Hotel
Hotel Mountain View
This is one of the best budget oriented hotel in our list with great rooms and garden with clean and refreshing environment. Featuring a garden, Hotel Mountain View offers simple accommodation in Pokhara. The property is just 200 m from the Pokhara Komagane Friendship Park, while Lake Fewa is 400 m away.
All rooms come with free Wi-Fi and a TV. The private bathroom includes a shower, free toiletries, and slippers.
Distance from WordCamp Pokhara venue (Hotel Pokhara Grande): 2km
Rate: Starting from USD 12$ (For further information please check on Trivago.com or booking.com)
Rating: 4.0 on Tripadvisor.com
Services offered:
– Free Wifi
– Free Parking
– Breakfast included
– Air Conditioning
– Non-Smoking Hotel
If you require more information regarding hotels please contact Anish Upreti (Volunteer wrangler of WordCamp Pokhara) through:
Phone : +9779804103995
Facebook : www.facebook.com/anishu1
Whatsapp : +9779804103995
Besides the panoramic views of the Annapurna Range and Machhapuchhre peak, there are countless places to see at Pokhara, all of which are equally fascinating. This is why we decided to help you out by listing all the glorious places you shouldn’t miss to see on your trip to Pokhara for the WordCamp.
Davis Falls
Also known as Patale Chhango, this waterfall marks the point where the Pardi Khola stream vanishes underground. When the stream is at full bore after monsoon rains, the sound of the water plunging over the falls is deafening. The falls are about 2 km southwest of the airport on the road to Butwal, just before the Tashi Ling Tibetan camp.
Sarangkot
Sarangkot is famous for the view of the sunrise and the mountains. It offers breathtaking views of the entire valley, Hemja Village, Fewa Lake, Taal Brahi temple and many more.
There’s also a ruined fort at Kaskikot (1788m), a one-hour walk west of Sarangkot along the ridge road, with similarly jaw-dropping views.
International Mountain Museum
This expansive museum is devoted to the mountains of Nepal, the mountaineers who climbed them and the people who call them home. Eight of the world’s tallest mountains are located in Nepal. The international mountain museum has photographic details as well as information of the people who have conquered these mountains.
Caves
Pokhara also houses incredible natural caves, all of which have their own specialty. Different kinds of mysterious figures formed on limestone can easily be witnessed at these cages.
Some of them are:
Mahendra Cave, Batulechaur
Bat Cave, Batulechaur
Gupteshwor Gufa, Chorepatan
The religious heritage sites of Pokhara
Temples, monasteries, stupas, mosques, and churches have added to the beauty of Pokhara. If you’re a religious person, make sure that you visit these places:
Kedareshwor Temple, Lakeside
Mahadev Temple, Lakeside
World Peace Pagoda, Anadu Danda
Bhadrakali Temple, Bhadrakali
Matepani Gumba, Matepani
Taal Barahi Temple, Lakeside
Bindyabasini Temple, Bindyabasini and more
WordCamp Pokhara, Nepal is an annual event organized by the WordPress Community of Pokhara, a group of WordPress enthusiasts. WordCamps are casual, locally organized, volunteer-run events. The main objectives of these events are to bring together all WordPress lovers, provide them a networking platform, share their experiences and give back to the community. One of the main objectives of WordCamp Pokhara, Nepal is to bring out local talents and expose it to the community and the whole world.
Being a sponsor gives you a unique opportunity to invest in the Nepali WordPress community. The attendees are made up of web-savvy professionals who work in media, publishing, film, music, art, technology, education, healthcare, financial services, government… you name it. Letting members of our community know you support them will earn you their goodwill.
We have all benefited from using WordPress, now is the perfect time to give something back. We’ve created sponsorship levels to fit every budget from the multinational corporations of midtown to small local businesses to independent freelancers building WordPress themes for a living. Even if you are a small agency, restaurant, magazine, or an individual wanting to give back because you know that WordPress has helped you and your business, we have a support level for you.
Who might be a great fit to become a supporter for WordCamp Pokhara 2018?
Become One Of The Awesome Sponsors For WordCamp Pokhara 2018
Here are the WordCamp Supporter Levels and you can choose the one that best fits you and your company.
Platinum sponsors are the main supporters of the event and will be made visible in every way possible to showcase your brand. Here’s how Platinum sponsors will be acknowledged:
This sponsorship level is perfect for a medium-to-large WordPress-based business that wants to give back to the WordPress community. Here’s how Gold sponsors will be acknowledged:
This sponsorship level is geared towards medium-sized businesses that wants that want to show their love for WordPress. Here’s how Silver sponsors will be acknowledged:
This sponsorship level is geared towards individuals and small business that rely on WordPress to make their keep. Here’s how Bronze Sponsors will be acknowledged:
This sponsorship level is geared towards individuals and small business that rely on WordPress to make their keep. Here’s how Bronze Sponsors will be acknowledged:
In-Kind Sponsorship is that kind of Sponsorship where sponsors can donate goods or services rather than cash as their sponsorship. These goods/services will be distributed to the participants.
The only constraint is that the goods or services will also have to feature a symbolic representation of WordCamp Pokhara 2018. For the symbolism, the logo of the WordPress Pokhara, text ‘WordCamp Pokhara 2018’ or #WCPKR2018 can be used.
Note: The number of goods or services donated should be at least 400.
Here’s how In-Kind Sponsors will be acknowledged:
Please support this WordCamp by filling up the form below before the spots run out! We all appreciate your support to this community.
WordCamp Pokhara is one among many WordCamps that happen around the world each year. If you already know about WordCamp 2017 but you’re still considering whether to go or not, these five reasons make it a must-attend event.
1. Super cool casual conference – Many people tend to associate “conference” with boring speeches and lectures. That’s not WordCamp! WordCamp is a casual conference with cool people that make networking super fun. No professional suits. No long-lasting lectures that put you to sleep. No awkward moments when you try to network. WordCamp not only enhances your WordPress skills, but it also provides a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, which makes it easy to meet new people and geek out over web design and coding.
2. It’s affordable – You can’t beat a conference that has speakers around the world and from locally for $15 (NRs 1500/-) for the weekend. That weekend ticket also includes some nice swag, lunch, snacks, and a t-shirt (assuming you grab a ticket in time). Not to mention the after parties and networking socials. Again, it’s hard to find a tech conference with that price tag and that much value.
3. Get your questions answered by real people at the Happiness Bar – you will meet a community willing to help each other out, to teach, to debate, and or maybe just lend an ear. You will definitely get answers to your questions.
4. Network in a more casual, fun atmosphere – WordCamp atmospheres are relaxed, casual and welcoming to all regardless of skill-set or financial ability. There is no pepper them air in the atmosphere. We advise you get in your best comfortable attire and shoes because you will move around a lot, not an outfit that will make you praying the day goes by so fast because we promise you won’t want the day to end that fast.
5. Great For Users And Bloggers: You don’t have to be a developer, coder, or WordPress professional. You can be using WordPress for the first time, or just trying to figure out how to better your own business or website. You can find out how to use social media or content marketing to make your business better – and talk with people that have made it work for themselves.
We could go on and on, but we think you get the idea. WordCamp Pokhara is great for:
At a glance! ..
Expected 2018 attendance: 400+ in person, with additional hundreds online via web streaming and social media.
We’re thrilled to announce that WordCamp Pokhara, the first ever WordCamp for the city of Pokhara is officially on the calendar!
WordCamp Pokhara will be held on 24th November, 2018 at Hotel Pokhara Grande, Birauta Chowk, Pardi Pokhara
Unfamiliar with WordCamps?
WordCamps are casual, non-profit, volunteer-run conferences that are local in nature and focus on connecting people who work in, use, or have a website built in WordPress. Topics can cover everything related to WordPress including things like blogging, coding, branding, and security.
Aside from session content, WordCamps also provide the opportunity to meet people working in a similar field and to ask any questions that you might have.
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