Ghandruk village is one of the most beautiful small towns in the Annapurna Region. During the 1970s and 1990s, Ghandruk served as the main hub for trekkers embarking on the Annapurna Base Camp Trek and the Poon Hill Trek. Even today, Ghandruk remains a popular trekking destination in the Annapurna Region. The popular Time Out travel magazine listed Ghandruk village as one of the most beautiful small towns to visit in the world. This recognition is great news for Nepal's tourism industry as a whole and for the local businesses in Ghandruk village.