Annapurna Natural History Museum Butterfly Collection
Feast your eyes upon hundreds of Nepal's native butterflies and moths.

šŸ“œ Museum established in 1965 by an American Peace Corps Volunteer, located on Prithvi Narayan University campus in Pokhara.

Why Go

šŸ¦‹ See nearly all of Nepal's 660 native butterfly and moth species
šŸ”Ž Explore meticulously organized collection with handmade dioramas
šŸŒŸ Highlight includes Attacus atlas, the world's largest moth
šŸ“š Learn about Nepal's diverse biosphere and mountain butterflies

Why Avoid

šŸ•°ļø Opening hours can be unpredictable

Tips

šŸ“ Located 4.5 miles (7 km) from Lakeside tourist district
šŸšŒ Accessible by bike, bus, or taxi

Cost

šŸ’° Entry is donation based

Hours

šŸ•’ Sunday to Thursday: 10 am - 5 pm (4 pm in winter), Friday: 10 am ā€“ 3 pm. Closed public holidays.
Lunch break: 1 pm ā€“ 1.30 pm (winter), 1.30 pm ā€“ 2 pm (summer).

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