KATHMANDU: The travel site Lonely Planet has included Nepal’s Annapurna Circuit in the list of its 10 must-visit destinations.

The site has mentioned the golden temple, forests, attractive hamlets, and a closer view of wildlife as some of the unique features of the Annapurna Circuit.

Stating that the thrilling and adventurous travel to the Annapurna Circuit would be a motivation, it has said the visitors can forget their tiredness by enjoying delicious dishes and tea.

Lonely Planet has described the Annapurna area, Tilicho Lake, Kaligandaki and the trip up to the Thorang-La pass as well as suggested the world travelers to include the Annapurna Circuit in their travel plan.

The Annapurna Area is famous for sight-seeing, high mountain passes, comfortable lodges and delicious apples.

Situated north of the touristic city of Pokhara, this area has 14 mountains above 7,000 meters high, including the Annapurna Mountain (8,091 meters tall), the world’s 10th tallest mountain.

A dozen of shorter trekking trails including the Annapurna South are also included in the 10-day-long trek.

Lonely Planet is the world’s most trusted guidebook and travel website American company.