Pokhara is Nepal's second-largest city after Kathmandu. It is located at an elevation of 827 meters. Contrary to Kathmandu, Pokhara is situated on the shores of scenic Phewa Lake. This lake stretches about 4.43 square kilometers. Furthermore, Pokhara is surrounded by the Annapurna range of mountains. For example, Annapurna I stands high at 8,091 meters. Similarly, Machapuchare (Fishtail) peak stretches to 6,993 meters nearby.