There are numerous safety issues associated with travel to Nepal , but most of these will not affect travelers spending time in Pokhara.  However, the process of arriving in the area of Pokhara requires travel through less safe areas should visitors should be particularly alert when traveling to and from the city.  See http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g29... for additional information.

Within the city itself, there has been a recent increase in petty theft crimes so visitors should take proper precautions.   Such crimes include pick pocketing, purse snatching, cell phone snatching, and, in rarer cases, muggings.   Visitors should always try to walk with others, as groups tend to deter thieves.   However, visitors should avoid over-crowded areas which are a haven for pick pockets.

The other main safety concern in Pokhara is adventure travel safety.  Many travelers spending time in the area are there to enjoy the excellent mountain and lake activities offered by the natural landscape surrounding the city.  Travelers are reminded to use proper safety precautions when engaging in any high risk activities.

Updated warnings for travelers spending time all through Nepal are available online through the United States Department of State ( http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa... ).   This same site provides general safety tips to assist travelers who are visiting overseas destinations.   Pokhara visitors should review this information before their trips.