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One of the famous holiest temples in<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/hotels/destination/kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Kathmandu</a>,&nbsp;Nepal is&nbsp;Guhyeshwari Temple, sometimes called&nbsp;Guheswari&nbsp;or&nbsp;Guhjeshwari Temple. This Hindu temple is dedicated to the worship of&nbsp;Goddess Adi Shakti&nbsp;or&nbsp;Guhyeshwari.The temple is also a&nbsp;Shakti Peetha&nbsp;and is situated about 1 km east of the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/pashupatinath-temple-kathmandu-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Temple of Pashupatinath</a>, on the southern side of the&nbsp;Bagmati River. For Hindus, it's a famous pilgrimage destination, especially for Tantric worshipers.&nbsp;<h2>Origin of Guhyeshwari Temple</h2>Nepal's King Pratap Malla founded the temple during the 17th century. The name of the Guhyeswari Temple comes from the Sanskrit words of&nbsp;Guhya&nbsp;(secret, hidden, or cave), and&nbsp;Ishwari&nbsp;(goddess).&nbsp;The word "Guhyeshwari" stands for the cave's goddess, and the term's root aligns with Sati's Hindu myth, her self-immolation as she transforms into Adishakti, the goddess of divine strength, at&nbsp;Daksha Yagya.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-guhyeshwari-temple-kathmandu-pilgrimage-site-nepal.jpg">The legend of Daksha Yagya and the self-immolation of Sati had tremendous importance in defining ancient Sanskrit literature, which influenced India's society.It led to the development of Shakti Peethas' concept, thereby reinforcing the Shaktism. His wife Sati Devi became so furious when <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/maha-shivaratri-in-nepal-celebration-significance-pashupatinath-temple-and-cannabis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shiva</a> became humiliated by his father in law (i.e., Daksha) that she leapt into the yagya flames (a rite containing sacrifices to a holy fire).Shiva became grieved and picked up her corpse and started&nbsp;walking about while pieces of her carcass dropped to the ground.&nbsp;There are 51 Shakti Peethas assumed to be blessed with Shakti's existence owing to the dropping of body pieces of Sati Devi's dead form, as Lord Shiva held it and walked in despair in&nbsp;Aryavartha.The 51 Shakti Peethas contains 51 Sanskrit script letters as well.&nbsp;Some Hindus believe that the Guhyeshwari Temple shows the position where the hips or rear section of Sati are claimed to have collapsed. Sometimes, the word guhya is misunderstood for reference to the vagina.&nbsp;Sati Devi's genitals are reported to have collapsed in Assam at another Shakti Peeth better known by the name "Kamarupa-Kamakhya."Another story is that Guhyeshwari Temple marks the place where the goddess's knees are said to have collapsed.&nbsp;Every Shakti Peeth is devoted to a&nbsp;Kalabhairava(demon god) and a Shakti.The 707th name of the goddess is listed in&nbsp;Lalitha Sahasranama&nbsp;as&nbsp;Guhyarupini. Another theory is that the name of Guhyeswari is from the secret 16th syllable of&nbsp;Shodashi Mantra.<h2>Inside Guhyeshwari Temple</h2>In Guhyeshwari Temple, Mahashira is the Shakti, and Kapali is the Bhairava. The goddess is worshipped in a kalasha (water jar) at the centre of the temple which is covered with a coating of silver and gold.The kalasha stands on a stone foundation that protects a deep natural source of water from which vapour oozes out of the foundation edges.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-guhyeshwari-temple-kathmandu.jpg">The Guhyeswari temple sits in the middle of a courtyard and&nbsp;is surmounted by four golden snakes that protect the final roof.The shrine, in pagoda style, has a distinct interior. Rather than a rising Goddess image, it has a flat&nbsp;head parallel to the ground that is crowned by bowing down.&nbsp;The goddess Guhyeshwari's&nbsp;Vishwasorup&nbsp;depicts her with many hands and distinct coloured faced queen.A pool, the&nbsp;Bhairav Kunda, lies next to the religious figure. Devotees place their hand within the pond and whatever they get&nbsp;is called sacred and embraced by the celestial as a gift.The riverbank surrounding the temple is filled with&nbsp;Shiva shrines and octagonal bell-roofed pavilions for ceremonial bathing. The Guhyeshwari Temple is visited in before entering the&nbsp;main Pashupatinath Temple while visiting these temples. This is because of the assumption&nbsp;that Shakti is revered before Shiva.<h2>Vajrayana Buddhism</h2>Newari&nbsp;Vajrayana Buddhists&nbsp;regard Guhyeshwari as sacred to&nbsp;Vajrayogini&nbsp;in the form of&nbsp;Vajravarahi&nbsp;and as the position of&nbsp;the root of the legendary lotus on which Swayambhunath stupa rests, which is also the umbilical cord which nurtures <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/introduction-to-kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a>.The place is better known as&nbsp;Pakmo Ngülchu&nbsp;in Tibetan language (Womb Fluid of Varahi). The water in the temple well that runs from the spring is assumed to be vaginal blood, presumably amniotic fluid, or Vajravarahi wash.<h2>Guhysewari Temple during Festivals</h2>The former Kings of Nepal joined by his families worshipped here during the Navrathri festival after taking a holy bath in the Bagmati. The temple has multiple values about it.Devotees from around <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-incredible-reasons-to-visit-kathmandu-valley" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a> come to worship Goddess Guhyeshwari during the first ten days of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/dashain-festivals-vijaya-dashami" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dashain </a>(Navaratri), the Hindus' most significant festival.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-gate-guhyeshwari-temple.jpg">During this <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal/festival-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">festival</a>, a lot of emphases is put on attending this temple. During this period even sculptures of various types of Durga (Hindu Goddess) are installed around the Guhyeshwari Temple.Guhyeshwari Yatra is another famous festival, during which a tour starts from the temple than to Pashupatinath Temple and finishes at Hanuman Dhoka, Basantapur. This practice has been widespread since the early days.<h2>Significance of Guhyeswari Temple</h2>Tantric practitioners worship this temple, and Tantric rituals are conducted in that building. The temple is also mentioned in the Hindu scripts like Kali tantra, Chandi tantra, and Shiva tantra Rahasya. This Guhyeswari temple is considered to be one of the most appropriate places to attain tantra control.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-guhyeshwari-temple-1.jpg">It is assumed that if a marriage takes place in the temple of Guhyeshwari, the spouses would be friends of the soul for another six births. Sati (goddess) married Shiva on her next rebirth and was reborn as Parvati.Women worship in temple Guhyeshwari to boost their husband's health. Worship performed here brings in triumph over rivals.<h2>Things to do while in Guhyeswari Temple</h2><ul><li>Faith Healing</li><li>Astrology</li><li>Full moon concerts at Kirateshwar</li><li>Pashupatinath Tour</li></ul>For more <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">information on temples</a>, visit <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hopnepal.com</a>.&nbsp;

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One of the famous holiest temples in Kathmandu, Nepal is Guhyeshwari Temple, sometimes called Guheswari or Guhjeshwari Temple. This Hindu temple is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Adi Shakti or Guhyeshwari.

Guhyeshwari Temple- Kathmandu, Nepal

One of the famous holiest temples in Kathmandu, Nepal is Guhyeshwari Temple, sometimes called Guheswari or Guhjeshwari Temple. This Hindu temple is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Adi Shakti or Guhyeshwari.

Poon Hill (3210 m / 10,532 ft) is a popular hiking&nbsp;destination in the Annapurna region of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>, offering spectacular Himalayan views.&nbsp;This viewpoint is the main point of&nbsp;view in the trek to Ghorepani Poon Peak.Here you will see mountains such as Annapurna South (7,219 m), Machapuchare (6,993 m), Hinchuli, Annapurna III, Dhampus hill, Dhulariri II, and several other tall peaks.<h2>Where is Poon Hill?</h2>Poon Hill is a hill station overlooking the Annapurna massif and Dhaulagiri mountain range,&nbsp;situated on the border of Myagdi district and Kaski district in Gandaki Pradesh, Nepal. The hill station is located about 177 km west from <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/introduction-to-kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a>, the capital city of Nepal.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-poon-hill.jpg">The hiking from <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-places-to-visit-in-pokhara" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pokhara </a>to Poon Hill takes 2–3 days covering a distance of 35.9 km. The Poon Hill viewpoint&nbsp;is on the way to the Annapurna Sanctuary situated in the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/annapurna-conservation-area" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Annapurna Conservation Area</a>'s centre.&nbsp;To complete this journey, trekkers need&nbsp;to get an ACCAP Permit from <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/find-a-hotel-to-stay-in-kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a>.<h2>Best time to Visit Poon Hill</h2>Poon Hill peak trekking season is&nbsp;from September-November and then from March-April. Hiking in December and January is still feasible, but be conscious that winter weather will make for an icy experience (temperatures will&nbsp;drop below -15c during peak season!), while May is the beginning of the monsoon season and signifies a rise in potentially rainy days.You'll need to do the hike in April to see the famed Rhododendrons in full bloom, and trekkers believe this is the perfect time to walk Poon Hill as the views are spectacular and the weather is nice.<h2>Permits Necessary for reaching Poon Hill</h2>Both a Trekking Information Management System (TIMS) and an Annapurna National Park Permit (sometimes also known as the&nbsp;Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) are required, whether you choose to trek Poon Hill solo or with a group.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-ghorepani-poon-hill-mini-trek.jpg">If you are hiking with an organized tour group, these will be included in your trekking&nbsp;fee, and your guide will manage the entire process (organizing and carrying them through the trek).The ACAP Permit is USD 3,000 / NPR 3,000 per person,&nbsp;and the TIMS Permit is USD 20 / NPR 2,000 per individual.&nbsp;You will need to carry these permits with you on the trail at&nbsp;all times, as they will be checked along the way at various checkpoints.&nbsp;Trekking permits can be arranged either at the Kathmandu-based tourist office in&nbsp;Nepal or the tourist office in Pokhara before you start the trek.<h2>Key Features of Poon Hill</h2><ul><li>Take a relatively modest view of the Himalayan giants Annapurna and Dhaulagiri from a panoramic sunrise</li><li>Meet with trekkers from around the globe</li><li>Take photographs at the famous Poon Hill station sign</li><li>Exploring the Gurung history, tradition and vocabulary with an individual's unique lifestyle produce a rugged and inflexible feel.</li></ul><h2>How to get to Poon Hill?</h2>Poon Hill is regarded by many as one of the most popular vantage points in Nepal.&nbsp;Early in the morning, most trekkers hike to&nbsp;Poon Hill from <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/ghorepani-poonhill-trek-weather" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ghorepani village</a> to see the sunrise.&nbsp;The views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri are spectacular and worth the&nbsp;hour-long early morning climb through the rhododendron forest along stone stairs.It can get relatively crowded up on Poon Hill,&nbsp;especially during the Spring and Autumn peak trekking seasons.&nbsp;Wait for several hundred fellow trekkers to share the views.&nbsp;Upstairs there is even a coffee&nbsp;stand serving hot and cold drinks.There are several ways to reach the top of Poon Hill station. They are:<h3>Via Ghorepani Trek</h3>The most popular way to get to Poon Hill is through the 5-day Ghorepani trek, which brings&nbsp;trekkers to the village of Ghandruk from Nayapul via Ghorepani / Poon Hill and back to Nayapul.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-poon-hill-sunrise-trek.jpg">Your journey starts at Pokhara, but&nbsp;the actual trek begins from Nayapul.&nbsp;Nayapul is about 45 kilometres from Pokhara.&nbsp;This main road is in better condition, and flatter as compared to the road to <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/introduction-to-kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pokhara from Kathmandu</a>.&nbsp;It'll take you a total of 1.5 to two hours to get to Nayapul from Pokhara.&nbsp;There are possibilities to enter there&nbsp;by public bus or private car.<h3>Community Trail of Poon Danda</h3>If you plan on avoiding the crowds, you can opt for a much more quiet trekking route that leads from the backside of Poon Hill via Poon Danda (Poon Ridge).<h3>End of Annapurna Circuit Trek</h3>While many <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/annapurna-circuit-trek-via-thorong-la-pass-5416-m" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Annapurna Circuit</a> trekkers are busing our jeep back to Pokhara after reaching Jomsom, some trekkers prefer to prolong their Annapurna Trek by&nbsp;turning left at Tatopani following the Ghar Khola in the direction of Ghorepani towards <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/why-is-annapurna-mountain-supposed-to-be-so-dangerous" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Annapurna</a> and Dhaulagiri from Poon Hill one last time.<h2>Mountains visible from Poon Hill</h2>Poon Hill is one of Nepal's most visited viewpoints because it offers a panoramic view of several mountain peaks. Some of them are:<ul><li>Dhaulagiri (8,167 m)</li><li>Annapurna I (8,091 m)</li><li>Annapurna South (7,219 m)</li><li>Annapurna II (7,937 m)</li><li>Annapurna III (7,555 m)</li><li>Gangapurna (7,455 m)</li><li>Machapuchare (6,993 m)</li><li>Tukuche peak (6,920 m)</li><li>Dhampus peak (6,012 m)</li><li>Hiunchuli (6,441 m)</li><li>Gurja Himal (7,193 m)</li><li>Nilgiri Himal (7,061 m)</li></ul>

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Poon Hill (3210 m / 10,532 ft) is a popular hiking destination in the Annapurna region of Nepal, offering spectacular Himalayan views. This viewpoint is the main point of view in the trek to Ghorepani Poon Peak.

Poon Hill- Nepal's famous View Point

Poon Hill (3210 m / 10,532 ft) is a popular hiking&nbsp;destination in the Annapurna region of Nepal, offering spectacular Himalayan views.&nbsp;This viewpoint is the main point of&nbsp;view in the trek to Ghorepani Poon Peak.

Palpa District, which is part of Lumbini Province, is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts. Nepal is a landlocked nation in South Asia with seventy-seven districts. The district, which includes Tansen as its capital, has a population of 261,180 people and spans an area of 1,373 km2 (530 sq mi).Palpa District is located near Pokhara and is easily accessible by bus. Tansen, a historic hill town in this area, has a more peaceful environment and an infectious laid-back attitude. Discover a way of life by strolling around the ancient bazaar's cobblestone streets. Explore the Shreenagar Hills or take a day walk to the Rani Mahal, a once-vibrant castle on the Kali Gandaki River's banks. Palpa was the centre of the Hindu Sen dynasty, which ruled over this region for over 300 years, starting in the 16th century. Hence the Palpa headquarters is known as "Tansen."<h2>Introduction to Palpa District</h2>Palpa is a lovely district with Tansen Municipality as its seat and a total area of 1,373 square kilometres. Tansen, an old hill town, and the surrounding natural beauty provide a more calm atmosphere that draws local and foreign tourists.This district's terrain varies from the lowest 250 meters to the highest 2,000 meters. This region is home to various flora and animals, which adds to its beauty, despite Newar architecture and Magar people in this region. Brahmin, Chhetri, Bhojpur, Gurung, Tamang, and Limbu are the other ethnic groups of Palpa.<h2>How Can You Reach Palpa?</h2>From Kathmandu to Tansen, the distance is approximately 296 kilometres through Butwal and 324 kilometres via Pokhara. From Kathmandu to Palpa, there is a frequent bus service. You may alternatively fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara or Bhairahawa and then drive from there to Tansen.<h2>Places to Visit in Palpa District</h2>Tansen, located halfway between Pokhara and the Indian border, is known for its beautiful Newari homes and cobblestone alleys. During your stay in Palpa, visit the ancient bazaar, Rani Mahal, and the Kaligandaki River's bank, which all provide unforgettable trips. Here we have enlisted places for you to see while you're in Palpa:<ul><li>Rani Mahal</li><li>Mahamritunjaya Statue</li><li>Tansen City</li><li>Rambha Devi Temple</li><li>Vhairabsthan Temple</li><li>Rishikesh Temple</li><li>Shrinagar Hill Top</li><li>Mul Dhoka</li><li>Ramdi</li><li>Argeli Palace</li></ul><h3>Rani Mahal</h3>Rani Mahal, also known as Rani Castle, is located on the banks of the Kali Gandaki River in Nepal's Palpa District. General Khadga Samsher Rana erected this mansion in 1893. Rani Mahal is a symbol of affection for General Khadga Shumsher Jung Bahadur Rana's deceased wife.As a result of that tragic occurrence, the king commissioned foreign architects to create beautiful works of art for the palace. As a result, the Rani Mahal (queen's palace) was built. Many rooms with magnificent decorations may be seen inside the castle. This palace is built inside a massive rock on the river's bank, which appears lovely from afar.Rani Palace is located 13 kilometres from Tansen Bazaar, away from the noise and activity. It is simple to go to the Rani Mahal because a local bus runs there every day. You may also reserve a Jeep for around 120 to 150 rupees. If you enjoy trekking, you can go upwards, which will take approximately 4 hours.Mahamritunjaya StatueThe Mahamritunjaya statue, a giant metal statue of Lord Shiva in Asia, is located in Barangdi. This monument is around 75 kilometres north of Lumbini and 315 kilometres west of Kathmandu. This monument is remarkable in that it is created in a sitting position and is 18 feet tall with a total weight of 3,000 kilos.According to the creator, the sculptures are constructed of pure metal idols with a 70 per cent copper and 30 per cent brass composition. The sculptures take approximately two years to build and cost around Rs. 9 million.On February 19, 2014, the idol was inaugurated with a Maha Puja that included 111 Bhraman singing the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra for 5 hours. Devotees used to assemble here on Shivaratri and Mondays in the month of Shawna to worship Shiva. The sculptures' entire bodies were seen when performing Maha Snan, while the statues' faces were covered with red fabric on another day.Tansen CityTansen, located on the route between Pokhara and Lumbini, is one of the most incredible locations to visit in Palpa. It provides an excellent chance to learn about the Magar Kingdom, a mighty Nepalese kingdom, and present Magar culture, history, and way of life.Because of the beautiful weather and stunning vistas, the months of March, April, and May are the most acceptable months to visit Tansen. Tansen has been added to the UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage Sites. It is now gaining popularity as a top tourist destination.Rambha Devi TempleThe Ramba Rural Municipality's Rambha Devi Temple is nestled in the heart of the woods. According to the priest, Lord Ram produced a spring of water just above the temple during his visit.Lord Ram pulled his bow and arrow and produced a water spring in the earth when Sita became thirsty. Every year on Krishna Janmasthami, the temple hosts a large fair. Pilgrims from all across the country will come to adore Lord Krishna here.Vhairabsthan Temple&nbsp;The Vhairabsthan Temple is one of Asia's most significant temples. As this is a Hindu temple, Lord Shiva is honoured. The Tansen market is 5 kilometres away from the shrine.During festivals, a significant number of locals and other visitors go to Vhairabsthan Temple.Rishikesh TempleThe first monarch of Palpa, Mukund Sen, erected the Rishikesh Temple, located in Palpa. While swimming in the Kali Gandaki River, the ruler found the god of God Rishikesh, according to legend. On January 30, 2008, this property was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List in the cultural category.This temple is a mash-up of many architectural styles from the medieval and San periods. Satidevi's bodily pieces, according to Hindu mythology, were burned here.Shrinagar Hill TopThe hilltop of Shrinagar, which is located outside of Palpa, is well-known. You are greeted with a stunning environment, plants, and animals as you make your way up the hill. A beautiful panoramic view of the town below and the mountains above can be seen from the summit.In the Palpa area, this hill is one of the most attractive places to visit. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Machapuchhre, Kanjiroba, and Langtang may all be seen on a clear day. On the other side, you'll view the endless plain Terai, which is what makes Shrinagar hill so unique.Those who enjoy camping can do so at the top of the hill. Some people like to spend the night in a tent in the woods, surrounded by the Himalayas, which is the most acceptable location.Mul DhokaMul Dhoka is the main gate of Palpa's Tansen Durbar. General Pratap Shamsher designed it. This is one of the Kingdom's most giant wooden gates. Mul Dhoka leads the way to the palace's entrance. It was utterly destroyed during the 2006 conflict and rebuilt.Sitalpati, a lovely public square near Mul Dhoka, is worth seeing. It is a renowned gathering area for locals and visitors in Palpa.RamdiRamdi is one of Palpa's most famous religious destinations. It is close to the Kali Gandaki River. Locals go here to enjoy a celebration, particularly around the 1st Baisakh.Argeli PalaceArgeli Palace is in Palpa's Argali village. Juddha Shamser built this magnificent palace in Palpa. This ancient palace has currently been transformed into a school.

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Palpa District, which is part of Lumbini Province, is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts. Nepal is a landlocked nation in South Asia with seventy-seven districts. The district, which includes Tansen as its capital, has a population of 261,180 people and spans an area of 1,373 km2 (530 sq mi).

Palpa District - Lumbini District

Palpa District, which is part of Lumbini Province, is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts. Nepal is a landlocked nation in South Asia with seventy-seven districts. The district, which includes Tansen as its capital, has a population of 261,180 people and spans an area of 1,373 km2 (530 sq mi).

Kanchenjunga Conservation Area is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/why-is-nepal-known-as-the-amazon-of-asia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>’s third protected area lying in the Himalayas in the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-rated-attractions-places-to-visit-in-eastern-region-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">eastern region</a>. Part of the Sacred Himalayan Landscape it is named after Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), the third-highest mountain in the world.The protected area lies within Taplejung district and is known for housing eleven mountain peaks whose elevation range above 7,000 m. Annapurna Region is also known as a Gift to the Earth, a title given by the Government of Nepal.<h2>Location of Kanchenjunga Conservation Area</h2>The conservation area is located in the eastern region of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/best-places-to-witness-sunrise-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a> and lies within the Taplejung district. In the north, the protected area shares its international borders with Tibet’s Qomolangma National Nature Preserve and in the east with Sikkim’s Khangchendzonga National Park.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-kanchenjunga-conservation-area-map.jpg">In the west, it is bordered by the Sankhuwasabha district. The geographical coordinates of the conservation area are&nbsp;27.7155°N 87.9282°E. The Kanchenjunga region covers an area of 2.035 sq km (786 sq mi) and ranges in altitude between 1,200 – 8,586 m.The protected area is known for three major river valleys; Tamur River Valley, Ghunsa River Valley, and Simbuwa Khola Valley.<h3>How to reach the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area?</h3>You can catch a direct flight from Kathmandu to Suketar. Tourists who wish to travel by road must catch a bus from <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-seven-places-to-visit-near-kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a> to Birtamode. From Birtamode you have to pass Ilam and Phidim along the way to reach Taplejung Bazaar finally.The protected area can also be reached via bus from Dharan.<h3>Entry Fees</h3>Tourists from SAARC nations are required to pay a fee of NPR 200 while personnel from other foreign countries must pay NPR 2,000.<h3>When is the best time to visit the Kanchenjunga Region?</h3>The best suitable time to enjoy the Kanchenjunga Region is from February to May and between August and November.<h2>Short History of Kanchenjunga Conservation Area</h2>The Kanchenjunga region was designated as <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/visit-nepal-2020" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>’s third conservation area in the March of 1997.&nbsp;The Government of Nepal named the Kanchenjunga Region as a Gift to the Earth in April 1997.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-kanchenjunga-conservation-area.jpg">With the association of WWF Nepal, the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Management Council was formed in April of 2003.The council comprised of forty-four User Groups, thirty-two Mother Groups, and seven Conservation Area User Committees. The main objective of these committees was to see the proper implementation of the planned activities.The Government of Nepal officially handed over the conservation and management of Kanchenjunga Conservation Area to the Management Council in August of 2006.<h2>Vegetation of Kanchenjunga Region</h2>The Kanchenchunga Conservation area is covered with thick forests, pastures, river, glaciers, high altitude lakes, and cultivated lands.The vegetation of the area is classified into five major zones:<ol><li>Subtropical Evergreen Forest: this type of vegetation is found in the areas ranging between 800-1,200 m. The forests in these areas are covered with evergreen tree species like Castanopsis indica, engelhardtia spicata, and schima wallichii. However, a significant part of the forest is converted into agricultural land by the locals.</li><li>Lower Temperate Forest: Better known as the Lower Temperate Mixed Broadleaf Forest, it lies between 1,200-2,500 m.&nbsp;This forest is dominated by broadleaf deciduous trees like rhododendron arboretum, Castanopsis, Quercus, and a few members of the laurel family. Trees of this kind shed their leaves during soring owing to drought stress.</li><li>Upper Temperate Forest: This type of forest lies between 2,500-3,500 of altitude and is also called Temperate Cloud Forest and Upper Temperate Mixed Forest.&nbsp;In these types of the forest, there are deciduous trees like oaks, laurels, maples, and birches that are mixed with evergreen trees like magnolias, firs, rhododendrons, and junipers. The trees in this region are covered with epiphytic plants and mosses that grow due to heavy moisture in this zone.</li><li>Sub-alpine Zone: The forest between 3,500 and 3,900 are covered mostly with evergreen conifers along with a few species of cold-hardy deciduous trees. The northern slopes belonging to this zone are covered with fir, juniper, birch, willow, and rhododendron while the southern side has dense stuned rhododendron forests. The Ghunsa Valley is covered with Himalayan larches (Larix griffithiana) that turn golden yellow during fall.</li><li>Alpine Zone: The forests above 3,900-4,600 m are covered with roses, rhododendrons, gentian, saxifrange, and stuned junipers.</li></ol><h2>Wildlife found in Kanchenjunga Conservation Area</h2>The rich forest of the Kanchenjunga serves as essential habitat for over 250 species of birds and several other species of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/list-of-endangered-animals-of-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">endangered wildlife</a>.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-yaks-kanchenjunga-conservation-area.jpg">The mammals found in the area are the rare Asian black bear, snow leopard, and Red panda. A leopard&nbsp;a camera trap spotted cat in April 2012 at an elevation of 4,474 m.In May 2012 a melanistic leopard was seen wandering at an altitude of 4,300 m. The region has also recorded the presence of yellow-throated marten in the alpine meadow at the height of 4,510 m (14,800 ft).<h2>Things to do in Kanchenjunga Conservation Area</h2><ul><li>Enjoy the spectacular view of mountains like Kangbachen (7,902 m),&nbsp;Kumbakarna (7,710 m), Gimmigela Chuli (7,350 m),&nbsp;and Drohmo Peak (6,881 m).</li><li>Visit the Pathibhara Devi Temple</li><li><a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/bird-watching-places-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Birdwatching</a></li><li>Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek</li><li>Kanchenjunga North Base Camp Trek</li><li><a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/packages/activities/trekking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kanchenjunga South Trek</a></li><li>Milke Danda Trek</li><li><a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/rafting-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rafting </a>and Kayaking in the Tamur/Arun river.</li></ul>For more information on <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Conservation Areas</a> present in <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/how-safe-is-nepal-for-visitors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>, please visit <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hopnepal.com</a>.

Kanchenjunga Conservation Area is Nepal’s third protected area lying in the Himalayas in the eastern region. Part of the Sacred Himalayan Landscape it is named after Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), the third-highest mountain in the world.

Kanchenjunga Conservation Area

Kanchenjunga Conservation Area is Nepal’s third protected area lying in the Himalayas in the eastern region. Part of the Sacred Himalayan Landscape it is named after Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), the third-highest mountain in the world.

For many years, Kathmandu has been the epicentre of Nepal's beauty and the cynosure of the dynamic arena, drawing crowds of tourists from all over the world. Kathmandu and its surrounding areas are ideal for coming in touch with nature and learning more about other nationalities.Typically, Kathmandu conjures up images of climbing to the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, and strolling through the forests, both of which require a lot of time and energy.For those of you who aren't hardcore trekkers and don't have much time to devote to trekking, there are considerably more alternatives within easy reach of Kathmandu. There are several exciting sites to visit around Kathmandu. The best thing is that discovering them won't break the bank.<h2>10 Attractions Near Kathmandu</h2>This list of the top attractions to visit near Kathmandu will show you where to locate diverse natural beauties and tranquil invocations to make your trip truly memorable.<h3>#1. Nagarkot</h3>Nagarkot, located about 32 kilometres east of Kathmandu at an elevation of 2185 meters, offers panoramic views of the Himalayas and extraordinary scenic beauty. It radiates fresh feelings with its vast purity and wonderful ambience, making you feel more active and zestful.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-nagarkot.jpg">ten-locations-Its most famous sunrise views over the massive mountains captivate the spirits of all nature lovers, making it one of the most incredible spots to visit near Kathmandu. It is the location of an old fort that was designed to monitor the kingdoms' exterior actions. So, if you don't have much time to go far from Kathmandu, Nagarkot is the best alternative.<h3>#2. Bhaktapur</h3>The awe-inspiring ancient city of Bhaktapur is located inside the boundaries of Kathmandu valley, around a 30-minute drive from Thamel. During the Malla era, it was the capital of Nepal until the second part of the 15th century.This city was formerly recognized for its superb craftsmanship, civilizations, and temples, preserving that character. Bhaktapur is still a popular tourist destination for archaeologists since it is home to several architectural structures and temples. Strolling through the streets of this magnificent city transports you back to Nepal's ancient periods.<h3>#3. Chisapani</h3>Chisapani is ideal for adventure seekers since it provides a fantastic short hike that allows you to see the spectacular flora and animals along the route. The breathtaking views of mountains and lush landscapes freeze your senses and transport you to a new dreamland. This short hike will take you to Shivapuri National Park.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-chisapani.png">After a short journey through Shivapuri National Park's subtropical forest and passing past Kathmandu's primary water resource, you may have a delightful lunch in Malkharka. After a 1.5-hour journey, you will arrive at Chisapani, located at an elevation of 2215 meters. Chisapani is still a great area to visit near Kathmandu, Nepal.<h3>#4. Dhulikhel</h3>Dhulikhel, located at an elevation of 1550m, is one of Nepal's most beautiful spots. Those who want to enjoy Himalayan sceneries should go there at least once in their lives.You would be able to get sights of Langtang, Gauri Shankar, and Numbur from here. This less busy town will provide you with many unique moments, mainly when you visit its temples.<h3>#5. Kakani</h3>Kakani, home to the Tamang ethnic group and located at around 2.073m above sea level, is one of the most incredible destinations near Kathmandu for families. It's an ideal setting for a picnic or a family gathering. When you view the spectacular Dhaulagiri ranges, Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna here, you will be grateful.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-kakani.jpg">The Thai Memorable Park, which honours the 113 victims of the Thai Airlines tragedy in 1992, is the major attraction of this location. Kakani will undoubtedly leave you and your children with lovely memories since this serene park area has pleasant air.The breathtaking vistas of the snow-covered mountains will take your breath away in the winter. In the winter, you can go skiing if there is enough snow.<h3>#6. Namo Buddha</h3>Namo Budha, a prominent Buddhist pilgrimage place, lies around 40 kilometres from Kathmandu. Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery, home to 250 young monks, welcomes you with morning and evening prayers.On Saturdays, the monastery is accessible to the general public. Otherwise, with permission, it can be visited on other days. Its one-of-a-kind architecture and calm atmosphere will undoubtedly soothe your tired hearts.<h3>#7. Lakuri Bhanjyang</h3>Do you like to go on an exciting adventure near Kathmandu in a short period? Don't worry; Lakuri Bhangang, located only 15 kilometres from Kathmandu, has prepared an excellent paragliding session for all adventurers.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-lakuri-bhanjyang.jpg">This picturesque hill station provides routes for walking as well as incredible views of the surrounding mountain ranges. Lakuri Bhangang, with its tranquil beauty and natural richness, has become one of the best destinations to visit near Kathmandu, Nepal. People frequently visit this wonderful place with their family to have a taste of the picnics.<h3>#8. Kulekhani</h3>Kulekhani is a well-known hydroelectric dam that provides excellent boating and swimming possibilities in its lake-like setting.Its majestic calm, fascinating rivers, lush terrain, and impressive waterfalls have made it one of the most excellent spots to explore near Kathmandu. There are several small Budha stupas along the path and a world-famous monastery, and a sacred cave.<h3>#9. Gorkha</h3>Gorkha is considered to be the birthplace of Nepal's founder, King Prithviraj Narayan Shah. Gorkha Durbar is a lovely historic palace on a hill that is world-renowned for its architecture.Two extremely magnificent temples of Gorakhnath and Kali have been built within this castle. Gorkha is the most relaxing historical destination where you may unwind and appreciate nature.<h3>#10. Helambu</h3>Helambu, located around 72 kilometres northeast of Kathmandu, is world-renowned for its grandeur and peaceful surroundings. Several Buddhist temples have been built within a rich and attractive scenery, adding to its radiance.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-helambu.jpg">It's the perfect destination for adrenaline junkies since they can journey on the trails. Sundarijal is the beginning point for the trip to Helambu.<h2>CONCLUSION</h2>Get ready to enjoy a montage of great sites around Kathmandu that will leave you with memorable memories. You will undoubtedly appreciate visiting these fascinating attractions around Kathmandu, especially since you will be able to do so in a relatively short period and at a minimal cost. A Nepal vacation would undoubtedly be rewarding if you visit the majority of these locations!

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Kathmandu has been the epicentre of Nepal's beauty and the cynosure of the dynamic arena, drawing crowds of tourists from all over the world. Kathmandu and its surrounding areas are ideal for coming in touch with nature and learning more about other nationalities.

10 Locations to Visit Around Kathmandu to Learn About Nepal's Essence

Kathmandu has been the epicentre of Nepal's beauty and the cynosure of the dynamic arena, drawing crowds of tourists from all over the world. Kathmandu and its surrounding areas are ideal for coming in touch with nature and learning more about other nationalities.

The Nepalese town of Dhampus (1,650 m) is located north of the Pokhara valley, with stunning vistas of golden rice terraces and majestic mountains. Hiking to this settlement provides breathtaking views of the mountains, nature, landscape, and breathtaking landscapes. The village of Dhampus attracts various migrating birds, making it a popular seasonal bird-watching destination.Dhampus village in Nepal is home to the Gurungs. Tourists generally stay here as a rest stop when trekking in Nepal's Annapurna region. The movement of people, or tourism, is the primary source of revenue for the locals.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-dhampus.jpg">Image Cr: Nepal Trekking TrailCaption: Dhampus VillageDhampus hiking is ideal for short vacations and those in Pokhara looking for an overnight hike close to the city. This trekking route is good since Dhampus Hill is one of Nepal's top overlooks in the Annapurna range. One may also enjoy a great view of Pokhara from Dhampus, and the scenery gets much more spectacular when the sunsets.<h2>Hiking To Dhampus Village</h2>The journey to Dhampus village is one of the top things to do in Nepal's Pokhara. The hike starts in Phedi village, about a 30-minute drive from the beautiful lakeside of Pokhara valley, and goes uphill. As you climb higher, you'll be able to witness breathtaking panoramic views and breathtaking scenery.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-hiking-dhampus-village.jpg">Image Cr: Info Nepal TrekkingCaption: Hiking In DhampusTo get to Dhampus, you'll have to leave the lush foliage of the jungle and take a short journey. Excellent views of the massive Mt. Machhapuchhare and the Annapurna Himalayan Range are available. Machhapuchre, also known as fishtail mountain (6,991m), is shaped like a fish's tail.<h2>Beauty Of Dhampus Village</h2>The community is beautiful and fantastic and provides the ultimate tranquillity in a Himalayan setting. Dhampus village is an ideal location for an overnight hike that includes a village tour and the best sunrise in the morning.This region also provides views of the Pokhara valley and its natural attractions, such as Phewa Lake and the World Peace Stupa. Sarangkot is another famous site for viewing the dawn and sunset above Annapurna Mountain's magnificent horizon. The breathtaking vistas of the Annapurna Himalayan range are well-known from this elevation. Pokhara is appealing and offers a variety of exciting activities.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-dhampus-village-nepal-beauty.jpeg">Image Cr: Altitude HimalayaCaption: Beauty of Dhampus Village﻿It is well-known as Nepal's adventure capital for a reason. The Gurungs are a mid-hills tribe who live in this area. The Gurungs are Gorkha troops who serve in the Indian, British, and Nepalese armies. In the communities on the outskirts, farming is the principal occupation. However, as tourism grows in popularity, touristic activities are increasingly becoming a source of income in these areas.Sarangkot is also known for paragliding, which allows you to glide like a bird while experiencing the valley's breathtaking scenery. This hike provides a fantastic flavour of Nepal hiking by providing outstanding landscapes around the Himalayan range. A short stroll on the edges of Pokhara valley will allow you to see a typical Nepali hamlet.Our guide will assist you with making vehicle and hotel reservations. This is not only a mountain hike but also a learning experience that is inspirational, magnificent, and once in a lifetime. Everything you see and do in Dhampus is worth it. Try local eateries and restaurants, talk to the locals, and listen to their stories about the mountains.Another significant aspect of hiking in Nepal's Dhampus village is the inhabitants' hospitality in the surrounding environment. To have a better understanding of the area, seek out local experiences. Stay in one of the local homestays and sample the local food to get the most out of your visit to Nepal's villages.Even though the Dhampus village gets many tourists each year, it remains unspoiled by human intervention. It hasn't lost its enchantment. As a result, Dhampus village is the best hiking spot in the Pokhara valley.

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The Nepalese town of Dhampus (1,650 m) is located north of the Pokhara valley, with stunning vistas of golden rice terraces and majestic mountains. Hiking to this settlement provides breathtaking views of the mountains, nature, landscape, and breathtaking landscapes. The village of Dhampus attracts various migrating birds, making it a popular seasonal bird-watching destination.

Dhampus Village In Kaski District

The Nepalese town of Dhampus (1,650 m) is located north of the Pokhara valley, with stunning vistas of golden rice terraces and majestic mountains. Hiking to this settlement provides breathtaking views of the mountains, nature, landscape, and breathtaking landscapes. The village of Dhampus attracts various migrating birds, making it a popular seasonal bird-watching destination.

<h2>Overview Annapurna: The Most Dangerous Mountain</h2>Annapurna Mountain counts as the most dangerous Mountain within the globe. This can be a life risky peak. Ascension this peak entirely relies on your fortune and also the diligence you've completed.Set within the north-central Asian country with an altitude of 8091 meters, it's the tenth-largest peak within the globe.This is the straight trekking which needs no age limit nevertheless excellent reliability of the trekkers to end the trail and view as a paradise that provides pleasant views of the peaks and awesome sight of nature.Similarly, it comes up with the famous attributing natural atmosphere of many elegant individuals and feathered creatures.Moving over a plentiful hill, isolated of the world’s most deep Kaligandaki superfluity and climatic land increased with rhododendrons and alternative wild blossom, it impresses another one among the form varieties of greenness. Besides dangerous, it also counts as one of the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/popular-sightseeing-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">popular sightseeing in Nepal</a>.Trekkers from USA, UK and Australia will create the pleasure trip a camp or a building base that includes a long stay in lodges. This can be viewed as a straightforward trek somewhat; however, you'll be able to see superb mountain assortment surrounding it.Most of the mountain ranges along with Annapurna vary, mountain peak varies and Machhapuchhre, which is the most pleasant heap of fish-tail form viewed from Pokhara.Annapurna trekking includes an in-depth sort of social and high assortments and impresses each part of its regular and social thriving. Certainly, even the remote cities during this path provide advanced cabins and traveller homes sky-high holding up to provide the tourists with prodigious amity. The manner of life and meeting of the inhabitant in Annapurna peak is really fascinating.Amazing paddy fields, made dry land, hot springs and frosty ranges are some of the tiny lures of this trekking.One of the most popular questions asked by the people of USA is “Why Is Annapurna So Dangerous Mountain”, and in this blog, we have explained every possible reason and fact on Annapurna- the most dangerous mountain in Nepal.<h3>Check Out The Reasons Why Is Annapurna So Dangerous Mountain:</h3><h4>1. High Fatality Rate</h4>That produces the morbidity of 40.8% that is extremely higher than the other mountain peak. In each three mountain climbers, one among them had died.These realities must have evidenced; however, the dangerous mountain is Annapurna.So, seldom individuals ascend this mountain. Just about 139 climbers have successfully climbed Annapurna Mountain whereas a complete of sixty one had died till date.<h4>2. Unpredictable Climatic Circumstance</h4>The climate all over Annapurna Mountain changes most of the time. There’s a high chance of stern, and hostile climate with severe frozen and snowfalls are likely to become regular.So, most ascender and travellers have an issue in attaining the highest of the peak and the first flight with the climate.As a result, we recommend that April or May is that the suitable month to start your journey towards Annapurna Mountain.<h4>3. Difficulty Of Terrain</h4>Although Annapurna Mountain is shorter compared to the mountain peak, which makes it mainly risky or dangerous Mountain.It is as a result of its bundle of land that is a lot unbalanced and tough to ascend.Its liner slope as a result of that it's tough for a mountaineer to manoeuvre ahead. The way towards the highest of the summit is tougher to move over.<h4>4. Risk Of Avalanches</h4>Annapurna is one of the foremost receptive avalanche horizontal areas.Avalanches are therefore common in Annapurna that one needs to look ahead to the safe atmospheric condition to go up.There’s no such factor as secure in Annapurna.<h4>5. Ease of Access</h4>The way towards Annapurna Mountain continues to be one of all the deadliest routes towards the peak.It is thought-about that Annapurna peak is ascended by the experienced and capable climbers, not only Sherpa’s.Because of no mounted rope, it makes it difficult to walk.There’s no secure entrance towards the summit than towards the Everest.<h3>The Final Touches on " Why Annapurna Mountain is Dangerous"?</h3>Above stated facts is the reason why Annapurna is called deadliest Mountain? So, if you are planning to visit this peak, then you must read this blog drafted by expert writers of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hop Nepal</a> and be aware of these things.

The reason that makes Annapurna Mountain the most dangerous is its extreme climatic condition, difficult trek and high fatality rate. Read this blog to know in detail.

Why Is Annapurna Mountain Supposed To Be the Most Dangerous Mountain?

The reason that makes Annapurna Mountain the most dangerous is its extreme climatic condition, difficult trek and high fatality rate. Read this blog to know in detail.&nbsp;

Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve in the western region of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a> is the only hunting reserve in the country. The hunting reserve lies in the Dhaulagiri Himal of the&nbsp;Myagdi, Baglung,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Rukum&nbsp;districts.Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve was officially established in 1983 and was gazetted in the year 1987. The reserve's management goals allow for sport hunting and preserve a representative high-altitude ecosystem in West Nepal.<h2>Where is Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve?</h2>The hunting ground joins the districts of Myagdi, Rukum, and Baglung districts that extend into the&nbsp;Dhaulagiri Himal Range&nbsp;lying in the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-rated-attractions-places-to-visit-in-far-west-region-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">western part of Nepal</a>.&nbsp;Gurja, Churen,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Putha Himal&nbsp;of the hunting reserve lie on the northern boundary.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-dhorpatan-hunting-reserve-map.png">The hunting reserve covers an overall area of 1,325 sq km and varies in altitude between 3,000 m and 7,000 m. The areas in higher elevation are entirely covered in snow all over the year. The flat pastures above 4,000 m (locally known as patans) are essential for the blue sheep and other herbivorous mammals.&nbsp;The Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is divided into seven&nbsp;blocks for the proper management of the hunting grounds. The local villages form a boundary to the reserve on all sides except on the northern part.<h3>Dhorpatan&nbsp;</h3>Dhorpatan is a village in the Baglung District of Nepal, 2,900 m above sea level in an east-west valley in the Himalayas, south of the&nbsp;Dhaulagiri Mountains. It is Dhorpatan&nbsp;Hunting Reserve's headquarter.The enclosing valley is drained westwards by the&nbsp;Bheri River's&nbsp;tributary&nbsp;Uttar Ganga, which in effect enters the&nbsp;Karnali River.Dhorpatan Valley's east-west orientation offers an easy — by Himalayan standards — route between western Nepal's&nbsp;Karnali basin and centred Gandaki River basin, over an 18 km watershed pass of 3,400 meters, to the east&nbsp;of the city.In the late Middle Ages, this trail was a&nbsp;historic migration route for&nbsp;Khas&nbsp;people to the east.&nbsp;The continued historical change contributed to the creation of the Kingdom of Nepal from&nbsp;loose confederations in the regions of Karnali and Gandaki, and from other further east confederations.<h3>How can you get to Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve?</h3>There is also a public bus service from <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/introduction-to-kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a> to&nbsp;Burtibamg, via Baglung Bazaar and another route via&nbsp;Tansen-Tamgash Gulmi.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-dhorpatan-hunting-reserve.jpg">Similarly, within three days of the continuous trek, visitors can&nbsp;enter&nbsp;Beni, Myagdi&nbsp;to&nbsp;Dhorpatan&nbsp;by foot.&nbsp;Chartered operation <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/flights" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">helicopter</a> can be given at Kathmandu and <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/best-lakes-to-visit-in-pokhara" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pokhara</a> on request.<h2>Vegetation of Dhorpatan&nbsp;</h2>The reserve is distinguished by&nbsp;high temperate forests, alpine, and sub-alpine vegetation. Typical varieties of plants include maple, pine, birch, rhododendron, hemlock, oak, juniper, and spruce.&nbsp;At higher elevation, pasturelands cover more than fifty per cent of the reserve's overall territory. Over thirty-six endemic species of flowering plants and 58 vascular plants have been recorded in the area.<h2>Climate of Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve</h2>Monsoon in the hunting grounds lasts till the start of October. The temperature during the day is quite low in winter due to strong winds.The places at higher elevation are covered in the cloud at dawn but are cleared during the day by the wind. Snow can be witnessed at higher elevations until April.&nbsp;<h2>Hunting Block and Animals found</h2>The hunting reserve is divided into seven hunting blocks. They are:<h3>Southern Hunting Ground</h3><ul><li>Falguna&nbsp;- Himalayan Tahr and Blue sheep</li><li>Barse&nbsp;- Blue sheep</li><li>Gustang&nbsp;- Himalayan tahr and blue sheep</li><li>Surtibang&nbsp;- Himalayan Tahr</li></ul><h3>Northern Hunting Block</h3><ul><li>Seng&nbsp;- Himalayan Tahr and Blue sheep</li><li>Dogadi&nbsp;- Himalayan Tahr and Blue Sheep</li><li>Sundaha&nbsp;- Himalayan tahr and Blue sheep</li></ul><h2>Wildlife in Dhorpatan</h2>The hunting reserve is one of the significant habitats of the Blue sheep (Pseudois nayaur). In a survey conducted by&nbsp;DNPWC&nbsp;in 2007, the hunting ground recorded a total of 852 blue sheep.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-blue-sheep-dhorpatan-hunting-reserve.jpg">Many species of mammals include&nbsp;leopard, goral, serow, Himalayan tahr, Himalayan black&nbsp;bear, barking wolf, wild boar, rhesus macaque, langur,&nbsp;and&nbsp;mouse hare.&nbsp;The reserve accommodates&nbsp;one hundred thirty-seven bird species and is also a renown spot for bird watching.&nbsp;Pheasants&nbsp;and&nbsp;pertussis&nbsp;are widespread and managed&nbsp;hunting in reserve to make its viable population.The forest has rare and <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/list-of-endangered-animals-of-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">endangered species</a> like the&nbsp;musk&nbsp;deer, bear, red panda, cheer pheasant,&nbsp;and&nbsp;danphe.Livestock grazing activities start each year from February and last until October.&nbsp;More than 80,000 livestock&nbsp;enter the grazing reserve.The license to hunt is issued by&nbsp;the&nbsp;National Parks and Wildlife Conservation Department.<h2>Other major attraction of Dhorpatan</h2>Dhorbaraha, a holy Hindu place near Dhorpatan on the banks&nbsp;of the Uttarganga River, lies in the block of Fagune.&nbsp;On the day of "Janai Purnima" in August every year, a religious fair is conducted here attended by many local devotees.The spectacular view of the Barse, Dogari, and Gustang blocks from Dhaulagiri Himal is remarkable.&nbsp;Block Seng and Sundaha&nbsp;are abundant in wild animals.<h2>People of Dhorpatan</h2>A majority of the household in the area belongs to the people of the Mangloid race of&nbsp;Magar, Gurung,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Tamang.The amalgamation of various ethnic groups has&nbsp;led to a mixed pattern of cultures in the region. Residents depend on the reserve to&nbsp;satisfy their forest, fuelwood, forage, and pasture requirements.For more <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">information</a> on Nepal, please visit <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hopnepal.com</a>.

Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve in the western region of Nepal is the only hunting reserve in the country. The hunting reserve lies in the Dhaulagiri Himal of the Myagdi, Baglung, and Rukum districts.

Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve- Dhorpatan, Nepal

Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve in the western region of Nepal is the only hunting reserve in the country. The hunting reserve lies in the Dhaulagiri Himal of the Myagdi, Baglung, and Rukum districts.

Doti District is one of Nepal's 77 districts and is located in Sudurpashchim Province. This district, which has Silgadhi as its capital, spans 2,025 square kilometres (782 square miles), with a population density of 207,066 in 2001 and 211,746 in 2011.<h2>Etymology</h2>Doti is thought to be derived from the term "Dovati," which means "land between two rivers." It also has many magical mythology and old legends, making it even more appealing to travellers.<h2>History of Doti District</h2>Doti was a Kumaon medieval kingdom. It was created by Niranjan Malla Dev, the Katyuri dynasty's final son and Abhay Pal of Askot's younger brother. Previously, the Raikas controlled the Ramganga River in the west and the Karnali River in the east.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-rajpur-doti-nepal.jpg">Doti was once a part of the Kumaon Kingdom; now, the remaining Kumaon area is part of Uttrakhand, a state in modern-day India, Nepal's neighbour. During the expansion of the Nepal Kingdom in 1790, the Kingdom of Kumaon lost Doti.It arose from the breakup of the Katyuri Kingdom in the 13th century. Doti was one of eight princely kingdoms created during the separation, all of which claim Katyuri ancestry.&nbsp;The following are the other seven known states:<ul><li>Dwarahat</li><li>Askot</li><li>Bajinath-Katyuri</li><li>Sira</li><li>Sui</li><li>Sora</li><li>Baramandal</li></ul>The invasions of Khas Kings Ashoka Challa and Krachalla from the Karnali zone (Dullu) in 1191 and 1223, respectively, are blamed for the Katyuri Kingdom's demise.&nbsp;After the foundation of the Katyuri's dynasty Raikas Doti, the entire territory between the Ramganga in the west (Uttarakhand) and the Karnali in the east (which divides the far western region from other parts of Nepal) fell under the Raikas' dominion. Katyuri King Brahma Dev founded Brahma Dev Mandi in Kanchanpur, a district inside Mahakali.<h2>Conflict with Gorkha</h2>Nari-Dang, which sits on the bank of the Seti River, was the historic site of conflict between the Doti Kingdom and the Gorkha Kingdom during the era of the Expanding Kingdom of Nepal in 1790 Dumrakot was the Doti Kingdom's base during the warfare against the Gorkhalis.Doti was conquered by Gorkha troops, who then destroyed many historical landmarks in Doti to obscure the town's famous courage and resilience. Ethnic discrimination plagued the Dotyali people, who were regularly barred from government employment and positions of power.In 1950, a few Dotyalis managed to be national heroes based on their bravery, boldness, and contribution to their country.Martyr Dashrath Chand of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Martyr Bhim Dutta Pant of the Ministry of Home Affairs, and K.I. Singh, a revolutionary who subsequently became Prime Minister, are among them.<h2>Famous Dotyali language of Doti</h2>Dotiyali is a native language spoken in Nepal's Doti area, in the far western part of the nation, related to Kumauni, a language spoken by people in Kumaon, a state in modern-day India, Nepal's neighbour.According to Rahul Sankrityayan, Dotiyali is a Kumauni dialect brought to Doti by a branch of the Kumauni Katyuri family, which reigned over Doti until 1790.After the Katyuri kingdom was divided into eight princely kingdoms representing different parts of the Katyuris, the Doti kingdom was created. Nonetheless, it is considered a Nepali dialect in Nepal; however, local intellectuals and Doti, who speak Dotiyali, are increasingly asking that their language be recognized as one of Nepal's national languages.<h2>Nature in Doti</h2>Doti is one of Nepal's lesser-known natural wonders. The district's natural beauty cannot be disputed. The district is home to two large rivers, the Seti and Mahakali, both historically and ecologically significant in Nepal.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-doti-nature.jpg">The district includes hill valleys and the inner terai valleys. It's a fantastic place to go if you want to get away from the city and spend some time with nature. Alpine meadows, woods, hills, lakes, and creeks abound in the region, making it a fantastic spot to climb and travel while taking in the scenery.<h2>Shaileshwar Temple at Doti</h2>The Shaileshwari temple is located in Nepal's Doti district, in Silgadhi. It is a holy site and one of the few tourist sites in the extreme west. Goddess Shaileshwari is one of many manifestations of Bhagwati/Durga, and people have tremendous confidence in her, just as they do in any other form of Bhagwati/Durga.According to legend, the goddess would fulfil their destiny. There is a frequent bus service from Dhangadhi, Kailali, to Dadeldhura, and then to Silgadhi, Doti in the highlands. Flights are also available from Silgadhi to Dipayal, the Far Western Development Region's headquarters.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-silgadhi-doti.jpg">Before undertaking any job, the people of Silgadhi pray to goddess Shaileshwari. Shaileshwari was one of seven sisters and a brother in a family of eight.A Shiva lingam, Ganesh, Chaturbhuj Narayan, Masta, and Bhairab are among the deities in the temple complex. Masta Maharaj is the goddess Shaileshwari, and there is a temple dedicated to him in the Shaileshwari tourism area.<h2>How can you reach the Doti district?</h2>Both by air and by car, Doti is easily accessible. Flying to Silgadhi Airport is the most convenient method to get to Doti. Buses go from Kathmandu to Dhangadi and subsequently from Dhangadi to Dipayal. From Dhangadi to Doti, buses and taxis are available.

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Doti District is one of Nepal's 77 districts and is located in Sudurpashchim Province. This district, which has Silgadhi as its capital, spans 2,025 square kilometres (782 square miles), with a population density of 207,066 in 2001 and 211,746 in 2011.

Doti - A District in Sudurpaschim Province

Doti District is one of Nepal's 77 districts and is located in Sudurpashchim Province. This district, which has Silgadhi as its capital, spans 2,025 square kilometres (782 square miles), with a population density of 207,066 in 2001 and 211,746 in 2011.

Siraha District is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts and is located in Province No. 2. It is situated in Nepal's Terai belt. The district, which has Siraha as its seat, has a total area of 1,188 km2 (459 sq mi).According to the reports of the 2011 census, it has a population of 637,328 people. The Siraha district is bordered to the east by Saptari district, on the north by Udayapur district, on the south by the Bihar state of India, and on the west by Dhanusa district. The bulk of the people here are Yadavs, Tharus, Sahs, Muslims, and ethnic minorities, with the majority speaking Maithili and Nepali.<h2>How can You Reach Siraha District?</h2>The Mahendra Highway, which runs all across the district and connects all of the significant towns, provides excellent connectivity. Other rural communities are well connected by the Postal Highway, which is now being built and is fast taking shape.Another important project, the East-West Railway, will run through this neighbourhood in the future and is now under construction.<h2>Infrastructure of Siraha District</h2>There are no airports in this district. However, the nearest airport is Rajbiraj Airport in adjacent Saptari, which is around 28–58 kilometres distant from various areas. Shree Airlines flies between Rajbiraj and Kathmandu on a regular basis.Thadi in Siraha is a component of one of the mutual trade and customs routes agreed upon between India and Nepal. The Nepalese government has established a specialized customs office in the town, and the Indian government has set a Land Customs Station. As a result, basic import and export are permitted via this point.<h2>Places to Visit in Siraha</h2><h3>Lahan</h3>Lahan is a city and municipality in the Sagarmatha Zone of Nepal's south-eastern Siraha District. It is linked to Mahendra Route, commonly known as the east-west highway. It's around 350 kilometres (99.3 miles) east of Kathmandu, Nepal's capital.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-lahan-siraha.jpg">Lahan is located at 26.717 latitudes and 86.483 longitudes. At 111 meters above sea level, it is the highest point in the area. It is in Nepali time, with a UTC offset of +05:45 hours.Laukaha in India and Thadi, a neighbouring town 18 kilometres south of Lahan in Nepal, are both parts of an agreed-upon mutual trade route between India and Nepal. Thadi is connected to the rest of Nepal via Lahan.Nepal is a country in Nepal. The Nepalese government has established a specialized customs office in the town, and the Indian government has set a Land Customs Station with a Superintendent level officer. So, in a nutshell, this site allows import and export.Over a 20-year period, urbanisation has gradually expanded the population.<h3>Hanuman Nagar</h3>Hanuman Nagar is a VDC (village development committee) in the Sagarmatha Zone of Nepal's south-eastern district of Siraha. Nepal had 4892 people living in 918 households when the census was taken in 1991.<h3>Lagadigoth</h3>Lagadigoth is a village development committee in the Siraha District of Nepal's Sagarmatha Zone. Nepal had a population of 2799 people living in 482 households at the time of the 1991 census.<h3>Sarswar</h3>Sarshwar is a village development committee in the Siraha District of Nepal's Sagarmatha Zone. Nepal had a population of 4839 people living in 939 households at the time of the 1991 census.<h3>Sahalesh Garden</h3>The Sahalesh Garden is a historically significant location in this region. This location is located in Sisbani VDC and is 1.44502614 hectares in size. This location is well-known among the Dushad and Danuwar communities. Haaraam is the name of a tree that grows in the midst of this garden.This tree's outstanding feature is that its flower only blooms on the first day of the year. Near the tree is a shrine dedicated to King Sahalesh and Maalini.Siraha District has a variety of tourist attractions. Baba Tal Park, Baba Lake, and others are among the most well-known.<h2>Interesting Facts about Siraha District</h2>The largest city, Lahan, is known for the Sagarmatha Chaudhary Eye Hospital. It is located on the Mahendra Highway.Thadi or Thadi Viswaspatti is the district's primary entrance point from India and an ancient Nepalese border town and market centre in Siraha District, which borders the Indian village of Laukaha.Thadi is one of the few places in India and Nepal that is part of an agreed-upon mutual trade route. In the town, the Nepalese government has established a specialized customs office. The settlement serves as a link between Lahan and India.

Siraha District is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts and is located in Province No. 2. It is situated in Nepal's Terai belt. The district, which has Siraha as its seat, has a total area of 1,188 km2 (459 sq mi).

Siraha District - Province No. 2

Siraha District is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts and is located in Province No. 2. It is situated in Nepal's Terai belt. The district, which has Siraha as its seat, has a total area of 1,188 km2 (459 sq mi).

Baitadi District is one of Nepal's 77 districts and is located in Sudurpashchim Province. It is a hilly area. Baitadi, which has its headquarters at Dasharathchand, occupies 1,519 km2 (586 sq mi) and has a population of 250,898 people, according to the census (2011).The Baitadi district consisted of 56 village development councils (VDCs) and two municipalities. According to federal policy, there are now ten local units: four municipalities (Dashrath Chand, Patan, Melauli, and Purchudi) and six rural municipalities (Dashrath Chand, Melauli, Patan, and Purchudi) ( Sigas, Surnaya, Dogada Kedar Pancheshwor, Shivnath, and Dilasaini). Baitadi is located in Nepal's far western regional district, bordering Jhulaghat, India, Nepal's neighbouring nation.<h2>History Of Baitadi District</h2>Baitadi was initially a part of the Great Katyuri's Kingdom and was part of the Kumaon Kingdom until the Gorkha invasion of Kumaon in 1791. Around the 10th century, Khas King Ashok Challa of Sapadalaksh (Karnali Zone or Dullu, Dailekh) conquered most of that section of the Katyuri's Kingdom, including Baitadi.In the Central Himalayas, there were three great Khas King centers:&nbsp;<ol><li>Bairath (Baitadi),</li><li>Kamadesh (Kali Kumaun), and&nbsp;</li><li>Kedarbhumi (Garhwal).&nbsp;</li></ol>According to Baitadi's historical folklore, one of the Chand Kings battled the Khas ruler and founded an independent kingdom in Baitadi for the Chand dynasty.These stories resembled a historical account of the founding of the Kumaun Kingdom. According to historians in Uttarakhand, a state in India, Nepal's bordering nation, Thohar Chand, was responsible for establishing the Chand dynasty in Kali-Kumaun.After becoming a King, he changed his name to Abhai Chand. Badri Dutt Pandey quoted the following anecdote about Kumaun's history in his book Kumaun's History.Gyan Chand (1376 A.D.) was the first emperor of the Chand Dynasty of Champawat, descended from Thohar Chand or Abhai Chand in the third generation. According to legend, Gyan Chand's grandfather, Trilok Chand, and father, Kalyan Chand, were kings of Baitadi.In 1791, the Gorkha monarchy acquired Kumaon, and Baitadi was incorporated into the Doti District until 1885. Because Baitadi and Dadeldhura shared the same "Bada-Hakim" (District Administrators), they were referred to as the Baitadi-Dadeldhura district until 1956.After 1956, the "Baitadi-Dadeldhura" district was renamed Mahakali District. In 1956, Baitadi's four counties (Thums) split apart and became a Mahakali district sub-district. Between 1956 and 1962, the "Mahakali district" was divided into three sub-districts.<ul><li>Dadeldhura</li><li>Chamba</li><li>Baitadi</li></ul><h2>Places To Visit In Baitadi</h2>There are several temples and historical monuments in the area, and worshipers come from Nepal and India to see them. The finest places to visit in Baitadi are listed below:<ol><li>Tripura Sundari Temple</li><li>Ishori Gangadham</li><li>Baitadi Bazaar</li><li>Patal Bhumeshwar Temple</li><li>Bhatana Mahadev Temple</li><li>Ninglasaini Bhagwati Temple</li><li>Mahakali River</li></ol><h3>Tripura Sundari Temple</h3>Tripura Sundari is a lovely pagoda-style temple that reflects the beauty and history of Tripura. On significant occasions like Sankranti, Dashain, Gaura, and Jaat, tens of thousands of worshippers go to this temple.&nbsp;It is amongst the seven Bhagwati temples that house spirituality. Many local and foreign tourists have come to see this temple's breathtaking splendour.<h3>Ishori Gangadham</h3>Since there is no road access to this location, we will have to hike to our goal. The trial's sceneries are worth appreciating. Many worshipers travel from all over the world to visit this temple at Ishori Gangadham. This ancient and archaeological site, which has stone inscriptions and utensils, is a must-see.<h3>Baitadi Bazaar</h3>The bazaar is where the residents buy products, fresh fruits and vegetables, and other necessities. On Sundays, this market is usually packed. Tourists can stay at one of the following establishments. One of the main attractions of this place is the local rituals and customs.<h3>Patal Bhumeshwar Temple</h3>This natural beauty is one of Baitadi's most popular tourist attractions. According to locals, this cave has no end and will never be fully explored. During the cave excursion, you may take in stunning views of Saipal and Api peak. It is believed that Lord Shiva rested here on his long journey, giving it religious significance.<h3>Bhatana Mahadev Temple</h3>Bhatana VDC is home to this refuge. Bhatana Mahadev Temple is an ancient Hindu temple that represents Nepali culture and architecture. The existence of this trip to this temple is magnificent, and it adds a spiritual sense to your day.<h3>Ninglasaini Bhagwati Temple</h3>This temple, located in the Baitadi district, is one of Bhagwati's seven sister temples. This temple is named after the goddess Niglasaini's sacrifice. In the temple, they commemorate two distinct occasions each year. Hundreds of bulls and goats are sacrificed to the goddess to obtain her graces during the festival.<h3>Mahakali River</h3>The Kali River, also called the Sharda River, starts near Kalapani and runs through Baitadi. The region includes the Himalayas, hills, and the inner Terai, Patan Municipality in Baitidi District in the middle. The Hindu Goddess Mahakali, revered as the goddess of fury and power, gave her name to the Mahakali Stream.

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Baitadi District is one of Nepal's 77 districts and is located in Sudurpashchim Province. It is a hilly area. Baitadi, which has its headquarters at Dasharathchand, occupies 1,519 km2 (586 sq mi) and has a population of 250,898 people, according to the census (2011).

Baitadi District - Sudurpaschim Province

Baitadi District is one of Nepal's 77 districts and is located in Sudurpashchim Province. It is a hilly area. Baitadi, which has its headquarters at Dasharathchand, occupies 1,519 km2 (586 sq mi) and has a population of 250,898 people, according to the census (2011).

Rara Lake is the largest and most famous lake in the Mugu district of Nepal's Karnali area, surrounded by stunning mountains and green trees. The lake is 2,972 meters above sea level.Rara Lake can be reached after a three-hour trek west from the district headquarters in Gamgadhi. Rara Lake has an area of 10.8 square kilometres, a maximum length of 5 kilometres, a width of 3.2 kilometres, and a depth of 167 meters.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-rara-lake.jpg">Image Source: Global Adventure TrekkingCaption: Rara LakeRara Lake's beauty cannot be captured in a single season. Rara Lake is covered in snow during the winter, and it is covered in blooms from the end of the month of May to the first week of July.Rara Lake changes colour several times per day. Sometimes it's blue, sometimes it's purple, sometimes it's Cymric, and sometimes it's Gray. It changes colour four or five times daily, depending on the weather. The shadows of the Shinje and Kanjirowa mountains blend nicely with the changing hues of this lake. And a beautiful lake, which resembles a fairy in heaven, attracts travellers.Rara Lake is bordered by peaks such as Chuchemara Takura (4,090m) to the south, Rum Kandh (6,732m) to the north, and Malika Kandh (3,445m) to the east. They have enhanced Rara Lake's beautiful appeal.<h2>History Surrounding Rara Lake</h2>Rara Lake is well-known for its association with the late King Mahendra. He is supposed to have visited this lake in 2020 B.S. by walking from Jumla. He then calls all of the local attractions.After being charmed by the beauty of this lake, he dedicated several poems to Rara Lake. As a result, this lake became well-known worldwide after his visit.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-rara-lake-trekking.jpg">Image Source: Radiant TreksCaption: Rara Lake in WinterThen, in 2032, this region was designated as a wetland area by establishing a park (Rara National Park). Similarly, at the time, the two villages of Chapra and Rara on the banks of Rara Lake were resettled in Nepalganj.Durga BhanjanGulma of the Nepal Army began to look after the national Park about three years after it was established. Because this lake is associated with King Mahendra, it is also known as Mahendra Lake. It is also stated that King Mahendra named this lake 'Apsara' after falling in love with it.<h2>Major Tourist Attractions Around Rara Lake</h2>There are several things and places to visit around Rara Lake. They are:<h3>#1. Rara National Park</h3>Rara Lake is located within the Rara National Park. The National Park is one of the reasons for the beauty of this lake since the various flora, fauna, and species found in this area have added to its attractiveness.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-rara-national-park.jpg">Image Source: Tiger EncounterCaption: Rara National ParkThere are 51 species of mammals in this Himalayan National Park, including the Himalayan black bear, thar, ghoral, ratuwa deer, habre, Musk Deer, and others. The Park is home to 272 bird species, including monals, coots, scarecrows, and various varieties of ducks, pheasants, and common teal.Rara Lake and the Park's surrounding woodland region have become suitable habitats for various local and migratory species. Three native Asala fish species can be found here.<h3>#2. Murmatap</h3>Murmatap, located at an elevation of more than 3200 meters above sea level, is the best sight near Rara Lake. From this vantage point, Rara Lake, Nepal's largest lake, may be seen in the shape of a bowl.Murmatap, which has attracted many internal and external tourists, can be visited by more than a half-dozen districts in the far western and mid-western zones.<h3>#3. Bird Watching</h3>Rara Lake is teeming with migratory birds. Birds from Siberia, Tibet, Europe, and India flock to Lake Rara to cool down, and Rara today contains over 300 bird species.Twenty of the 49 bird species that visit Rara still enjoy the waters of Rara, while more than 300 are found alone in Rara National Park. Tourist activities in Rara have increased due to the introduction of foreign birds.<h3>#4. Natural Beauty</h3>From the month of Jestha to the month of Ashwin, Rara Lake, which changes shape throughout the day, resembles a fairy of paradise decked with numerous flowers. Another unique aspect of Rara Lake is the presence of Asala (Himalayan) fish, found nowhere else in the world.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-rara-lake-snow.jpg">Image Source: Rara Traveller HomeCaption: Rara Lake covered in SnowMurmatap on the west can be reached after a three-hour trek from Raratal. One can obtain a panoramic view of Saipal Mountain and stunning vistas of Rara Lake from here.The lake provides panoramic views of the Sisne and Kanjirova mountains and the 'Asala' fish species, which is found nowhere else.<h2>How Can You Reach Rara Lake?</h2>Rara Lake can be reached by air as well as land. If you prefer to go by private vehicle overland, your adventure will stop once you get to Sallaghari, which is closer to the lake. Many people enjoy riding their motorcycles to discover the beauty of this lake.Air travel from Nepalgunj to Talcha (Mugu) is the most common and convenient option for Rara because it saves time and provides comfort. The number of individuals taking local buses to Rara has recently surged.Many private travel companies have now launched regular and low-cost Rara holiday packages. No matter which mode of transportation you prefer, you must walk for 2-3 hours because driving inside the park is prohibited, which provides a distinct type of fun and experience.<h2>When Should You Visit Rara Lake?</h2>Although Rara Lake is open all year, autumn (September, October, and November) and spring (March, April, and May) are considered the finest times to visit.Because of the blossoming flowers, the lake's surrounding areas become vivid during these seasons. Similarly, the weather and temperature of this lake fall below zero degrees in winter; nonetheless, travellers still trek here during this time to explore the snow-covered Rara.<h2>FAQ Related To Rara Lake Trek</h2><h3>How challenging is the hike to Rara Lake?</h3>The Rara Lake short trip is relatively easy, and the Rara Lake trekking path can be readily completed by novice and intermediate-level trekkers.<h3>How much does the Rara Lake trip cost?</h3>The hike will cost you anywhere between $1,454 and $2,060, depending on the quality of your guide and the level of comfort you choose.<h3>What is the elevation of Rara Lake?</h3>The highest lake in Nepal is 5,351 meters (17,556 feet). However, because of the trek length, one will have enough time to adjust to the shifting altitude.

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Rara Lake is the largest and most famous lake in the Mugu district of Nepal's Karnali area, surrounded by stunning mountains and green trees. The lake is 2,972 meters above sea level. Rara Lake can be reached after a three-hour trek west from the district headquarters in Gamgadhi.

Rara Lake - A Jewel In Mugu District

Rara Lake is the largest and most famous lake in the Mugu district of Nepal's Karnali area, surrounded by stunning mountains and green trees. The lake is 2,972 meters above sea level. Rara Lake can be reached after a three-hour trek west from the district headquarters in Gamgadhi.

Rihar is another name for Bagar Baba's holy tourism area. Rihar Dham is said to have originated some 5,000 years ago, according to local elders. The Rihar region is regarded as an ancient shrine of religious, cultural, and historical value.<h2>Introduction to Bagar Baba</h2>The Bagar Baba Religious Tourist Site in Dang Deukhuri has been named one of Nepal's 100 new and developing tourist sites by the government. 5,000 to 6,000 sheep and poultry are sacrificed each year at the Bagar Baba shrine in Deukhuri, Lamahi municipality, Dang district, and the same amount of pigeons.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-bagar-baba-dang.jpg">Devotees have also rushed to Deukhuri's Bagar Baba, a holy site. It is also regarded as a Tharu community's traditional shrine. In the wetland region, there is a close sacred site of the river. It resembles a bag with a drawstring closure.Taptakunda is another popular tourist destination in this area. A 70-kilogram rock stands in front of Bagar Baba's shrine. This is referred to as bhauri. A loaf of bread is referred to as a bhauri.The fragrance of ghee on the roadside is another essential and surprising aspect of this location. The visitors who came to the fair, according to the locals, removed the earth off the mound and even ate it. Rihar now has Parshu, Mami Sauri, Ganesh, Kalika, Taptakunda, and Jhankrithan temples, as well as Taptakunda and Jhankrithan. There is a Bhaine Parashuram temple.<h2>History of Bagar Baba</h2>The background of Bagar Baba's holy site's inception has been linked to Dwaparayuga. The name of the region where the sages used to frequent is claimed to have inspired the naming of Rihar, which is said to have begun 5,000 years ago.The salty material in the region, which is regarded as the core of religion for the period-speaking Yadav people, is known as 'Rera.' The term rera is derived from riha. The water is salty in this location. It was usual to collect saltwater from Dang to feed the livestock in the summer because it was saltier than in the winter.<h2>Cultural and Religious Significance of Bagar Baba</h2>It is common to swear by Chichair in the temple. The majority of the children who visit the temple pledge to have children. 5,000 to 6,000 lambs and chickens are slaughtered at the temple and the same amount of pigeons every year. Bagar Baba, Brahma, Shiva temple, and a hot water tank may all be found at Rihar.Devotees from all around the world have been flocking to the shrine. For a week in Rihar, Maghi is packed with people. During the night of mid-December and the day of Maghe Sankranti, devotees from all across Dang and adjacent districts and India go to Rihar.<h2>Myth Behind Bagar Baba</h2>It is said that swearing is done by yelling at this temple, and it is traditional to swear in this manner. Bagar Baba, Brahma, Shiva temple, and a hot water tank may all be found at Rihar. There is a religious belief that if you take a bath, your wishes will be granted, the childless will become parents, and skin diseases will be treated.According to tradition, the mythical name Bangad was changed to Bagar by Belhari. The water of Taptakunda, which Lord Shiva sends from Badrinarayan, is constantly hot in the Satya Yuga. Bathing in Taptakunda is still believed to cure skin ailments by devotees.If lentils, rice, and salt were kept in the tank and secured in a lock, it is thought that khichdi would have been prepared 50 years ago. After a fly perched on a loaf of bread eaten by Lord Krishna's household, it is stated that Krishna travelled to Mathura as a warning of the beginning of the Kali Yuga.Uncles and nieces who graze cows in this area are said to have vanished while sleeping. A sleeping statue of uncle and niece can be seen within the temple, and a shrine dedicated to aunt and uncle can be found adjacent to it.<h2>Tourism in Baba Bagar</h2>Devotees have made religious pilgrimages to Rihar from India and adjacent nations to satisfy their philosophies and ambitions. For many Indian visitors, it has become a significant religious destination.Although Rihar is significant in religion and tourism, it must be safeguarded and promoted, and tourism should be encouraged.The local administration and others must focus on developing physical infrastructure in the Rihar area, which is advantageous in terms of transportation due to its proximity to the East-West Highway.To encourage new tourism locations, the government has announced 100 unique destinations.<h2>Beauty and Biodiversity of Baba Bagar</h2>Rihar Dham is a naturally beautiful place that spans 25 bighas. The excellent environment and landscape readily draw tourists due to the surrounding forest.Rihar is an essential religious location of the country due to the biodiversity present in the dense forest, crocodile protection, development of ponds for wetland areas, and religious historicity.Rihar has become even more fascinating as Rapti flows peacefully to the south. The residents of Rajpur, Raptipari, who are compelled to take a boat journey, are always occupied.<h2>How Can You Reach Baba Bagar?</h2>Bagar Baba is a holy place in Dang, around 20 kilometres west of Lamahi.

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Rihar is another name for Bagar Baba's holy tourism area. Rihar Dham is said to have originated some 5,000 years ago, according to local elders. The Rihar region is regarded as an ancient shrine of religious, cultural, and historical value.

Bagar Baba - A Religious Place in Dang Deukhuri

Rihar is another name for Bagar Baba's holy tourism area. Rihar Dham is said to have originated some 5,000 years ago, according to local elders. The Rihar region is regarded as an ancient shrine of religious, cultural, and historical value.

<h2>Overview of Khaptad National Park</h2>Nepal&nbsp;is rich in natural magnificence, and it counts on&nbsp;the varied&nbsp;mountains&nbsp;several&nbsp;hills and&nbsp;additionally&nbsp;a Terai region as well.&nbsp;As a result of&nbsp;varying heights from&nbsp;500&nbsp;m&nbsp;on top of&nbsp;the sea&nbsp;level towards the 8848m, a variety of climate animals’ plants and birds&nbsp;are&nbsp;set up here. It's&nbsp;additionally&nbsp;referred to as&nbsp;the house&nbsp;for&nbsp;varied&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/introduction-to-flora-and-fauna-of-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">flora and fauna</a> as well.Well, Nepal is naturally&nbsp;stunning, and it pulls towards the varied&nbsp;country’s&nbsp;traveller&nbsp;in our country. It comes&nbsp;below&nbsp;the place that&nbsp;must&nbsp;be explored by the&nbsp;individuals.In our country,&nbsp;we've&nbsp;several&nbsp;national parks&nbsp;in a totally different&nbsp;area of the country; thus&nbsp;people&nbsp;won't&nbsp;miss&nbsp;something&nbsp;in that area when&nbsp;they are available&nbsp;to go to.Well,&nbsp;there's varied&nbsp;life&nbsp;set aside upkeep areas and&nbsp;parkland&nbsp;too.&nbsp;People&nbsp;return&nbsp;to those&nbsp;places to make their holiday wonderful.Every time&nbsp;we tend to&nbsp;explore a&nbsp;park&nbsp;or set life aside or state&nbsp;typically&nbsp;the jungle, we will&nbsp;check out&nbsp;numerous&nbsp;reasonable&nbsp;flora and fauna&nbsp;selection. The Khaptad&nbsp;national park in Nepal&nbsp;is found&nbsp;within the&nbsp;way&nbsp;western Development region.&nbsp;It had been&nbsp;established in 1984.It’s&nbsp;out there&nbsp;within the&nbsp;four districts that includes Bajhang, Bajura, Achham, and Doti including&nbsp;the realm&nbsp;of 225&nbsp;sq.&nbsp;kilometres.<h3>Check Out The Things To Do In Khaptad National Park:</h3><h4>1. Trekking</h4>Khaptad provides difficult&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;of trekking&nbsp;because it&nbsp;could be a&nbsp;remote&nbsp;space&nbsp;of&nbsp;Nepal.Well,&nbsp;it's&nbsp;understandable that if&nbsp;we tend to&nbsp;explore park or upkeep&nbsp;space, then&nbsp;we'll&nbsp;positively&nbsp;be on foot or trekking. Also, this place is&nbsp;rattling&nbsp;for trekkers.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-trek-khaptad-national-park.jpg">As a result of&nbsp;the isolated&nbsp;space,&nbsp;several&nbsp;tourists&nbsp;nonetheless&nbsp;couldn’t go there. Well,&nbsp;it's&nbsp;one in all&nbsp;the simplest&nbsp;places for the trekkers&nbsp;within the&nbsp;way&nbsp;western development region for those who&nbsp;wish to explore different places&nbsp;and obtain&nbsp;off from&nbsp;the urbanizations&nbsp;space&nbsp;for the few days.Well if&nbsp;you wish&nbsp;to travel&nbsp;trekking&nbsp;to the current&nbsp;place that&nbsp;you wish&nbsp;to start early as&nbsp;we tend to&nbsp;all&nbsp;grasp&nbsp;that untimely time is&nbsp;snug&nbsp;for walking&nbsp;and might&nbsp;walk&nbsp;quick&nbsp;and&nbsp;conjointly&nbsp;get the&nbsp;recent&nbsp;air too.<h4>2. Bird Watching</h4>The things which you can do in Khaptad Park&nbsp;are&nbsp;seeing&nbsp;the variability&nbsp;of birds.&nbsp;People trip to Khaptad for looking at the birds. Here&nbsp;we can&nbsp;notice&nbsp;a spread&nbsp;of birds&nbsp;during this&nbsp;park.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-bird-watching-khaptad-national-park.jpg">The varied&nbsp;numbers of the birds that&nbsp;are obtainable&nbsp;within the&nbsp;park is another appeal for the&nbsp;traveller&nbsp;and therefore the&nbsp;noise of the birds that&nbsp;are&nbsp;very&nbsp;melodic and pleasant also.&nbsp;Because of&nbsp;this reason, the&nbsp;travellers&nbsp;come to&nbsp;this park&nbsp;to visualize&nbsp;the birds as well.<h4>3. Cultural Tour</h4>The Khaptad National Park&nbsp;that's&nbsp;situated&nbsp;within the&nbsp;way&nbsp;western development is lined&nbsp;within the five&nbsp;districts, or&nbsp;we will&nbsp;state that the edge of the&nbsp;five&nbsp;districts&nbsp;could be a&nbsp;Khaptad national park.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-cultural-tour-khaptad-national-park.jpg">The park is&nbsp;set&nbsp;within the Seti Zone of&nbsp;Nepal. The Khaptad National park has a&nbsp;spiritual&nbsp;price&nbsp;as well. Because the&nbsp;Khaptad has exposed&nbsp;several&nbsp;healthful&nbsp;floras&nbsp;during this&nbsp;space,&nbsp;currently&nbsp;we will&nbsp;additionally&nbsp;see&nbsp;several&nbsp;environments&nbsp;during this&nbsp;area.The park&nbsp;additionally&nbsp;contains&nbsp;many&nbsp;spiritual&nbsp;places and a&nbsp;depository&nbsp;too.&nbsp;Because of&nbsp;the park ashram and&nbsp;depository,&nbsp;it's&nbsp;a cultural diversity too&nbsp;out there&nbsp;during this&nbsp;space.&nbsp;Most of the people&nbsp;come back&nbsp;to envision&nbsp;the ashram&nbsp;associate degreed for the enlightening tour&nbsp;solely&nbsp;which may&nbsp;offer&nbsp;them and&nbsp;data&nbsp;concerning&nbsp;the ashram&nbsp;and also the&nbsp;park and its historical&nbsp;story&nbsp;too.<h4>4. Mountain Viewing</h4>The other cause for the&nbsp;people&nbsp;to go to&nbsp;this Khaptad National park&nbsp;is the excellence&nbsp;of the API and Saipal&nbsp;vary&nbsp;of&nbsp;chain.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-mountain-view-khaptad-national-park.jpg">The&nbsp;folks, whereas&nbsp;trekking or walking&nbsp;during this&nbsp;place&nbsp;may also&nbsp;see the mountain range&nbsp;that&nbsp;has&nbsp;added&nbsp;the extra&nbsp;aroma to the park. It&nbsp;conjointly has involved&nbsp;many of us&nbsp;to the park.&nbsp;Whereas&nbsp;exploring this place in&nbsp;so much&nbsp;western development region it&nbsp;provides&nbsp;the&nbsp;people with the sensation&nbsp;that not&nbsp;solely&nbsp;Annapurna and Machhapuchhre.<h4>The Final Touch,</h4>These are&nbsp;the best things to do in Khaptad National Park in Nepal. If you are willing to explore the Khaptad National Park, please feel free to visit us anytime you desire.

These are the best things to do in Khaptad National Park in Nepal. If you are willing to explore the Khaptad National Park please feel free to visit us anytime you desire.

Things To Do in Khaptad National Park

These are the best things to do in Khaptad National Park in Nepal. If you are willing to explore the Khaptad National Park please feel free to visit us anytime you desire.

Makwanpur District is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts and is part of the Bagmati Province. It was previously part of the Narayani Zone. The district, which includes Hetauda as its district headquarters and the state capital, covers 2,426 km2 (937 sq mi) and has a population of 392,604 people in 2001 and 420,477 people in 2011.Makwanpur is located in the Kathmandu district's southwestern corner and contains several best places to visit.<h2>History of Makwanpur District</h2>The district was known as Chisapani District during the Rana administration, and the district headquarters were in Chisapanigadhi. In 1982, the district was renamed Makwanpur after Makwanpurgadhi, and the headquarters were relocated to Hetauda.<h2>Places to Visit in Makwanpur District</h2>Despite its location on the Kathmandu valley's outskirts, the district has a distinct identity. The district is bordered north by Kathmandu and Dhading districts, to the west by Chitwan district, to the east by Lalitpur, Kavre, and Sindhuli to the south by Bara, Parsa, and Rautahat districts. The district's lowest point is 300 meters, while its highest point is 2,000 meters.Makawanpur district is well-known for its religious, historical, and tourism attractions and rafting (Indrasarobar), trekking, and expedition opportunities. The district is connected to the national strategic street community through the Mahendra Highway, Tribhuwan Rajpath, Sisneri-Kulekhani-Bhainse, and Pharping Kulekhani roads.Makawanpur is well-known for its religious, historical, and touristic attractions. Makawanpur is home to a variety of ethnic castes (groups). Tamangs account for the majority (47.65 per cent), followed by Brahman/Chhetris (25.28 per cent), Newars (6.81 per cent), Magars (4.54 per cent), Chepangs (3.94 per cent), and other castes (5.89 per cent).Places to visit in Makwanpur are:<ul><li>Chitlang Hike</li><li>Daman</li><li>Indra Sarovar</li><li>Makwanpur Gadhi</li><li>Hetauda</li></ul><h3>Chitlang Hike</h3>Chitlang VDC is located in a historic Newar hamlet and is one of Makwanpur's Best Places to Visit. Toukhel has inscriptions going back to the Lichchavi period. Chitlang is a little paradise located 22 kilometres south of Kathmandu. Chitlang's stunning charm provides a tranquil day in nature and a beautiful landscape.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-chitlang-makwanpur.jpg">The hike begins with a challenging ascent to Chandragiri and then falls all the way to Chitlang. The breathtaking scenery of lush forest, Kathmandu valley, and the Himalayas in the north will take your breath away. You may relax at the Chitlang Organic Village Resort, which will become a lasting memory for you.It is Chitlang's first resort, which opened in 2010. Ashoka Chaita, Goat Farming, Bhairab Temple, Maghgaon, Pauwa, Saatdhara, and Shivalaya are the most fantastic attractions in Chitlang hamlet.<h3>Daman</h3>Daman is amongst the most beautiful tourist destinations in the Makwanpur District's Thaha Municipality. At an elevation of 2,322 meters, it is located on the Tribhuvan Highway, some 77 kilometres southwest of Kathmandu. Daman boasts possibly the most stunning panoramic view of the Himalaya, which runs from Dhaulagiri in the west to Mt. Everest in the east.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-daman-makwanpur.jpg">Daman is located eighty kilometres southwest of Kathmandu, on a steep hill. The Daman Resort has an observation tower with a long-range telescope and some fantastic treks are surrounding Daman. In Daman, a beautiful botanical garden is regarded as one of Nepal's most essential and oldest botanical gardens.Rhododendrons of many types may be seen here, making this one of Makwanpur's Best Places to Visit. There are several picnic areas available for trips. It is possible to visit for a single day or to remain for several days, drawing deep breaths away from the rush and bustle of city life.<h3>Indra Sarovar</h3>The largest artificial lake in Nepal, Indra Sarovar, was built in a steep valley between Markhu and Kulekhani Village Development Committee. The Kulekhani Hydro Project constructed the 7-kilometre-long lake.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-indra-sarovar-makwanpur.jpg">A massive dam has blocked many rivers. The distance between Hetauda and Kathmandu is 35 kilometres. It is amongst the most attractive places to visit in Makwanpur, with the surrounding hills, lush forest, and starry sky reflected beautifully in the lake during the brilliant full moon. The lake is well-known for its freshwater fish, such as trout.<h3>Makwanpur Gadhi</h3>Makwanpur Gadhi is a small village located 17 kilometres north of Hetauda. This fort is the Sen dynasty's crowning achievement. The Sen dynasty ruled Makwanpur till 1819 B.S. when Nepal was united. The King of Palpa, “Mani Mukunda Sen,” split his vast realm into four parts and placed Makwanpur under the control of his youngest son, “Lohang Sen.”<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-makwanpur-gadhi.jpg">The Makwanpur Fort is a wholly preserved resource of Makwanpur district and one of the Best Places to Visit in Makwanpur, with historical and cultural significance. A 25-foot-high, seven-foot-wide wall surrounds the fort. There is a ten-foot-deep canal that was constructed to protect them from their attackers.Within the fort, there are two castles, one called "Mool Gadhi" and the other "Sanno Gadhi." About 35 years ago, a palace was known as "Jungey Darbar," which had a mystical beauty of its own and became an essential part of the "Sen Dynasty." However, the succeeding Sen kings exploited the palace (Jungey Darbar) for their private purposes rather than preserving the ancient landmark.<h3>Hetauda</h3>Hetauda is seventy-six kilometres from Kathmandu, the capital city, by the fast road and 132 kilometres through Daman. It is situated at the height of 300-390 meters above sea level and is located at 27°25′ N latitude and 85°02′ E longitude.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-hetauda-makwanpur.jpg">The city is recognized for its pristine and tidy surroundings, which are surrounded by vegetation. The city's principal attractions are Puspalal Park, Bhutandevi Temple, Banaskhandi, and the industrial region. Martyr Memorial Park, Sahid Smarak, Palung Valley, and Gumba Danda are some of Hetauda's other well-known attractions.

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Makwanpur District is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts and is part of the Bagmati Province. It was previously part of the Narayani Zone. The district, which includes Hetauda as its district headquarters and the state capital, covers 2,426 km2 (937 sq mi) and has a population of 392,604 people in 2001 and 420,477 people in 2011.

Makwanpur District - Province No. 2

Makwanpur District is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts and is part of the Bagmati Province. It was previously part of the Narayani Zone. The district, which includes Hetauda as its district headquarters and the state capital, covers 2,426 km2 (937 sq mi) and has a population of 392,604 people in 2001 and 420,477 people in 2011.

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We have listed the list of endangered animals of Nepal in this article, this article describes rare animals of Nepal.

List Of Endangered Animals Of Nepal

We have listed the list of endangered animals of Nepal in this article, this article describes rare animals of Nepal.

Ilam&nbsp;is one of the hill districts lying in <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/how-safe-is-nepal-for-visitors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>'s eastern development zone. The hill station is best known for its tea gardens, and it is one of Nepal's most populated regions. The unique nature and biodiversity of the place draw a great many tourists.Ilam is one of the popular attractions enjoyed by holidaymakers who fly to the eastern part of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/why-is-nepal-known-as-the-amazon-of-asia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>. It lies between the Himalayan ranges and offers a large variety of places in the summer season which attracts many visitors. For this report today, we've enlisted Ilam's ten must-visit places for 2020.<h2>Location of Ilam in Nepal&nbsp;</h2>Ilam falls in Province No. 1 on the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-rated-attractions-places-to-visit-in-eastern-region-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">eastern side</a> of Nepal. It is one of Nepal's popular hill stations and occupies an area of 1,703 sq km.&nbsp;Ilam's altitude varies from 3,636 m to 140 m and is internationally bordered by&nbsp;Darjeeling, India&nbsp;in the east, and in the west by&nbsp;Dhankuta&nbsp;and&nbsp;Morang. To the south of Ilam lies&nbsp;Jhapa, and in the north lies&nbsp;Panchthar.<h3>Where does Ilam get its name?</h3>The place's name is derived from the&nbsp;Kiranti&nbsp;language where&nbsp;Il&nbsp;stands for&nbsp;twisted&nbsp;while&nbsp;Lam&nbsp;stands for the&nbsp;lane.&nbsp;Ilam is usually a winding highway that can be encountered when driving to this spot. It's also sometimes called&nbsp;Charkhol, indicating the four-river junction;&nbsp;Jogmai, Mai, Puwamai,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Deaumai.<h3>What is Ilam best known for?&nbsp;</h3>Ilam is famous for its export-quality <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal/things-to-do-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tea-gardens</a> and milk.&nbsp;Ilam's most outstanding tea is shipped into many European countries. In addition to the beverage, the place is also regarded as the leading producer of&nbsp;cardamom, ginger, potato,&nbsp;and&nbsp;broom.Ilam's climate is&nbsp;tropical, subtropical,&nbsp;and&nbsp;temperate,&nbsp;attracting several holidaymakers to this area.&nbsp;Rare birds and animals such as&nbsp;red panda, black bear, tahr&nbsp;and trees such as&nbsp;rhododendron, Chimal, chaap, and sal&nbsp;are present at the hill station.Ilam is also renowned for its cultural richness and is host to ethnic groups such as&nbsp;Limbu, Rai, Tamang, Magar,&nbsp;Lepcha, Sunuwar, Kulung, Sampang,&nbsp;Gurung, Newari, Sherpa, Bantawa, Chamling,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Yakkha.<h2>What are Ilam's ten best areas to travel in 2020?&nbsp;</h2>As mentioned above, we have described the ten most visited places in Ilam today, in this post.<h3>1.Antu Danda&nbsp;</h3>Antu Danda&nbsp;is one of those locations you can't forget when in Ilam. The place boasts of stunning views of the Himalayan<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/best-places-to-witness-sunrise-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> sunrise </a>and sunset.&nbsp;Danda&nbsp;in Nepali means&nbsp;hill&nbsp;and the place are situated at 2,328 m above sea level from where you can see the flatlands of Terai, terraced farmlands, dense pine forests and tea gardens below.You can see India's hill stations like&nbsp;Kurseong, Darjeeling&nbsp;and&nbsp;Mirik&nbsp;from Antu on a clear day as well.&nbsp;You will enter Antu Danda after a drive of an hour from&nbsp;Pashupatinagar&nbsp;though it takes about three hours from the main&nbsp;Ilam Bazaar.&nbsp;Once you've come to Antu, you can stay at the famous local homes or a home-stay.<h3>2.Mai Pokhari</h3>Another significant Ilam attraction is&nbsp;Mai-Pokhari&nbsp;(pond) which has nine corners. The magnificent lake is covered by a&nbsp;dense forest of&nbsp;juniper, oak,&nbsp;and&nbsp;birch fir.&nbsp;The place boasts of flowers such as rhododendrons and orchids, and if you're fortunate enough you'll get to witness some unusual animal species such as&nbsp;red panda, musk deer (Kasturi), porcupine, leopard, jackal&nbsp;and much more.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-mai-pokhari-things-to-do-in-ilam-nepal.jpg">Even Mai-Pokhari has a religious meaning and is called a holy pond devoted to&nbsp;Goddess Bhagwati.&nbsp;A fair is conducted annually between October and November in which Hindus and religious groups from Nepal, India, and&nbsp;Bhutan&nbsp;participate.&nbsp;Mai Pokhari is 18 km away from Ilam Bazaar and can be reached in a private taxi within 30 minutes drive.<h3>3.Sandakpur (Sandakphu)&nbsp;</h3>Sandakpur&nbsp;is situated in the Nepal-India frontier at an elevation of 3,665 m. In India, it branches out in&nbsp;West Bengal's Darjeeling region.&nbsp;Tourists can take a private cab from Ilam to&nbsp;Maimajhuwa Khorsanitar. From there we will eventually arrive at Sandakphu after a 5-hour trek.When in Sandakpur we can appreciate the magnificent views of the highest mountains in the world such as&nbsp;Mt. Everest&nbsp;(8,848 m),&nbsp;Mt. Kangchenjunga&nbsp;(8,586 m),&nbsp;Mt. Makalu&nbsp;(8,485 m),&nbsp;Mt. Lhotse&nbsp;(8,516 m), and&nbsp;Mt. Kumbakarna&nbsp;(7,710 m).&nbsp;The location is well known for <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/bird-watching-places-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bird watching</a>, and the region is home to the Nepal national's bird&nbsp;Danfe&nbsp;(Himalayan monal) from Nepal.&nbsp;Sandakpur also harbours endangered species such as musk deer and red panda.<h3>4. Kanyam and Fikkal (Phikkal Bazaar)&nbsp;</h3>Ilam is renowned for its tea gardens, and shrubs have&nbsp;been planted in&nbsp;Kanyam&nbsp;and&nbsp;Fikkal&nbsp;over 140 years ago.&nbsp;Kanyam is accessible to both inbound and outbound visitors coming to take pictures, sightseeing, and picnics.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-kanyam.jpg">Fikkal is one of Ilam's commercial hubs and the centre for arriving visitors from Darjeeling, India.&nbsp;On Thursdays, there is a weekly haat held where local farmers and vendors come to sell their products.<h3>5. Pathibhara Devi&nbsp;</h3>Lying in the eastern region of Nepal, this temple of&nbsp;Goddess Pathibhara&nbsp;is the most visited holy spot.&nbsp;It is considered a sister temple to&nbsp;Taplejung's original&nbsp;Pathibhara Devi, and those who can't afford to visit the original temple at 3,794 m can visit this one just above&nbsp;Sunmai.The religious site is situated in&nbsp;Hanspokhari&nbsp;and is just above the highway to&nbsp;Ilam-Mechi.<h3>6.Mai Beni</h3>Mai Beni&nbsp;sits in Ilam's foothills and is the intersection of two sacred rivers&nbsp;Mai Khola&nbsp;and&nbsp;Jogmai Khola.&nbsp;It is roughly around 3 km from the main town and is famed for<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/maha-shivaratri-in-nepal-celebration-significance-pashupatinath-temple-and-cannabis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Lord Shiva</a>'s shrine.&nbsp;Hundreds of worshippers visit Mai Beni in January to take a dip in the holy waters during&nbsp;Manghe Sankranti.<h3>7.Siddhi Thumka&nbsp;</h3>Standing at 1,693 m above sea level,&nbsp;Siddhi Thumka&nbsp;is located about 18 km from Ilam's&nbsp;Ajambare Danda.&nbsp;The spot is renowned for sunrise and sunset, as well as stunning views of the Everest and Kangchenjunga mountains and ranges such as&nbsp;Mahabharat&nbsp;range and&nbsp;Churia&nbsp;range.In addition to these, some other famous Siddhi Thumka destinations are the&nbsp;Khnadrung Cave, Singhadevisthan, Fulbari, Namthala, Pankhelung falls, Ratopani,&nbsp;&nbsp;and&nbsp;Falgunanda Manghim Temple.&nbsp;On the southeastern side of Siddhi Thumpka, rice paddy fields and orange cultivation are a significant draw for agricultural tourism.<h3>8.Gajur Mukhi (Gajurmukhi Devisthan)&nbsp;</h3>Gajur Mukhi&nbsp;is a prominent religious Hindu place located in eastern Nepal. The location is on the shores of the Deumai River, at an altitude of 500 m.&nbsp;It is believed that pilgrims who visit this holy place will be rewarded with a boy, while a voice will be given to the voiceless.Gajur Mukhi Devisthan sits roughly around 40 km from Ilam Bazaar.&nbsp;On the day of&nbsp;Kartik Purnima&nbsp;(November), there is massive Mela (fair) held annually.<h3>9.Choyatar and Hangetham Forests&nbsp;</h3>Hangetham&nbsp;is the location to be for forest protection campaigners and wildlife lovers alike. Constructed on Ilam's north-eastern edge, Hangetham sits at 2,170 m high in the&nbsp;Jamuna&nbsp;VDC. The area is renowned for its changing weather patterns, thick fog, lush trees, and Ilam's spectacular vistas.The forest of Hangetham and&nbsp;Choyatar&nbsp;is well known for housing wildlife such as the red panda, leopard, thar, charibag, black bear, thakthake and rajpankhi.&nbsp;The forest is a natural habitat to birds such as munal, hawk, kandevaccur and many more. The woods are filled with&nbsp;rhododendron, chap,&nbsp;sunakhari, bante, katush, chiraito&nbsp;and other plants.You may also join a Buddhist temple nearby,&nbsp;Naya Bazaar&nbsp;and Thumke, when in Hangetham.&nbsp;<h3>10.Todke Falls (Todke Jharna)</h3>It is Nepal's second-longest waterfall, with an 85 m height. Todke Falls sits about 40 m west from Mai Khola or Mai Beni at an elevation of 1,600 m.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-todke-falls.jpg">The place is a massive draw for visitors who come here to take photos of the magnificent waterfall that appears as if it falls out of the heavens.Another waterfall in the region is the&nbsp;Dhappar&nbsp;Todke which is situated in the&nbsp;Mai Majhuwa Dhappar&nbsp;district.There are also other tourism spots in Ilam alongside these areas.&nbsp;Few honorary notices are as follows:&nbsp;<ul><li>Narayansthan&nbsp;</li><li>Bhimsensthan&nbsp;</li><li>Sati Devi Mandir</li><li>Singha Bahini</li></ul>Visit <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hopnepal.com</a> for more information on <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>.

Ilam is one of the hill districts lying in Nepal's eastern development zone. The hill station is best known for its tea gardens, and it is one of Nepal's most populated regions. The unique nature and biodiversity of the place draw a great many tourists.

10 Best Places to visit in Ilam, Nepal during 2020

Ilam is one of the hill districts lying in Nepal's eastern development zone. The hill station is best known for its tea gardens, and it is one of Nepal's most populated regions. The unique nature and biodiversity of the place draw a great many tourists.

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Are you planning to visit Nepal in winter and wondering where to visit in Nepal during winter? Here, Hop Nepal presents you the list of best places to visit in Nepal during the winter season. Enjoy your winter in Nepal.

Best Places To Visit In Nepal During Winter

Are you planning to visit Nepal in winter and wondering where to visit in Nepal during winter? Here, Hop Nepal presents you with the list of best places to visit in Nepal during the winter season. Enjoy your winter in Nepal.

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The Nepal Tourism Board, in addition to promoting <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>'s cultural and religious heritage sites, is taking a major initiative to encourage adventure sports in the region. The new additions in Nepal's catalogue of extreme sports are ice hockey, figure skating and skiing.The ranges, the hills and the geographical position of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/things-to-know-before-traveling-to-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>&nbsp;have proven to be an excellent place for adventure sports.&nbsp;Hundreds of holiday-makers visit Nepal annually&nbsp;to take part in such exciting events.&nbsp;Below we're summarizing the 13&nbsp;best adventure sports experiences that Nepal will encounter.<h2>What do you mean by Adventure Sports?</h2>Extreme sports or Action sports, better known as Adventure sports, require high-risk practices. Typically this type of games&nbsp;requires advanced gears and knowledge.&nbsp;Usually,&nbsp;these activities involve&nbsp;high speed, height&nbsp;and a large amount of physical exertion.Sports graded as severe are separate from traditional sports and regulated by factors such as snow, climate, water and mountains. Because these natural events can not be handled, they ultimately influence the result of the Action or occurrence in question.Although the usage of the word 'competitive sport' has expanded everywhere to characterize&nbsp;a multitude of various events, it is debatable precisely what sports are deemed 'serious.'&nbsp;But most extreme sports have&nbsp;many features common to them.The schools only allow excessive athletics for their program in physical activity. Extreme activities appear to be more isolated than other conventional, familiar games.<h2>13 Best Adventure Sports to be experienced in Nepal</h2>Below we have enlisted the 13 most popular Extreme sports in Nepal. They are:<ol><li>Ice Climbing</li><li>Mountain Biking</li><li>Skydiving in Pokhara</li><li>Ice Skating and Figure Skating</li><li>Bungee Jumping</li><li>Zip-Line</li><li>Paragliding&nbsp;</li><li>Canyon Swing at Bhote Koshi</li><li>Canyoning</li><li>Paramotor gliding in Pokhara</li><li>Kayaking</li><li>Rock Climbing</li><li>Skiing in Kalinchowk</li></ol><h2>Adventure Sports in Nepal</h2>Nepal has proved to be a centre for visitors after many decades searching for experiences that entail a great deal of danger.&nbsp;People visit Nepal's demanding terrains for many reasons, such&nbsp;as bungee jumping, sky diving, ice climbing and much more.To further develop the country's rugged areas, the government has launched a significant program to&nbsp;encourage modern winter sports such as ice hockey, skate figuring and, to name a handful, skiing.The above mentioned extreme sports in Nepal have been described in brief below.<h3>Ice Climbing</h3>Nepal offers several ice-hiking opportunities for people obsessed with indoor hiking rocks.&nbsp;Home to a village near Besisahar, <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/annapurna-conservation-area" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Annapurna Conservation Area</a>, is the perfect location for such excursions.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-ice-climbing.png">Visiting Nepal for such activities&nbsp;is advisable throughout February and April.<h3>Mountain Biking</h3>The trekking and hiking paths and Nepal have&nbsp;proved to be profitable routes for riding enthusiasts.&nbsp;There are many tracks in the suburbs of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/introduction-to-kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-places-to-visit-in-pokhara" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pokhara</a>, for vacationers searching for fast motor trip adventures.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-mountain-biking.jpg">There are several places in Nepal where you can enjoy Mountain Biking. They are:<ul><li>Kathmandu Valley (1-14 days)</li><li>Kathmandu to Pokhara (7-12 days)</li><li>Annapurna Circuit (+11 days)</li><li>Mustang (6-10 days)</li><li>Lower Everest Region (+5 days)</li></ul><h3>Skydiving in Pokhara</h3>This adventure sport was introduced on November 1st 2010, and the event's participants were Bibek&nbsp;Pandey, Phul Bahadur Tamang, Dik Bhadur Khrissina and the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation ministers. More than 75 jumpers from across the globe have encountered the rush since 2017.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-skydiving-in-nepal.jpg">The leap includes a freefall drop from an AS 350&nbsp;B3 / B2 helicopter from a height of 9,000-11,000 ft.<h3>Ice Skating and Figure Skating</h3>Recently the Nepal Tourism Board held the first-ever <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/nepal-hosts-the-first-ever-skate-nepal-figure-skating-and-ice-hockey-in-gokyo-lake" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ice hockey and&nbsp;figured skating</a> event in Gokyo Lake, Nepal to encourage Visit Nepal 2020.&nbsp;The lake sits at an elevation of 4,700&nbsp;m (15,400 ft).<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-ice-figure-skating.jpg">The sporting event is the first of its kind initiated to encourage <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/visit-nepal-2020" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit Nepal 2020</a>, attended&nbsp;by athletes from countries such as France, Finland, the United States, Canada and India, to name a handful.Dmitriy Viktorovich Dudarev and Aleksandr Chekarshev from Russia, Jeremy Abbott, Matej Silecky, and Laura Kottlowski&nbsp;from the USA were some of the prominent people to be present at the historic gathering.<h3>Bungee Jumping</h3>Just a few locations approved for bungee jumps are present in Nepal. The famous among them is the one at Bhote Koshi and <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/best-lakes-to-visit-in-pokhara" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pokhara</a>.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-bungee-jumping-nepal.jpg">A 160 m freefall can be witnessed from a&nbsp;suspension bridge into the gorge of the Bhote Koshi River.&nbsp;The view of the bungee is not so big and is a 70 m leap from a bridge.<h3>Zip-Line</h3>Pokhara was widely recognized for providing the longest zip-line in the world before the UAE claimed the title in 2018. The line stretches over 1.8 km and achieves a maximum of 120 km/hr.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-zipflyer-nepal.jpg">On the way down you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of mountains like Mt. Langtang (7,227 m), Mt. Annapurna (8,091 m), Mt. Gauri Shankar (7,134), Mt.&nbsp;Lhotse (8,516 m),&nbsp;and Mt. Phuribichyachu (6,637 m).In Dhulikhel, Banepa, another zip-line is also&nbsp;built where you can witness a 72-meter drop.&nbsp;<h3>Paragliding&nbsp;</h3>Pokhara is one of the locations in&nbsp;Nepal to experience the Sarankot (Toripani) paragliding ride.&nbsp;The glorious Machapuchre and other mountains surrounding the valley and the&nbsp;lovely Fewa Lake below you will be observed during the glide.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-paragliding-nepal.jpg">The above view from the atmosphere can steal your breath away.&nbsp;The paragliding experience is not just skydiving and ultra-flight, but one of the most common activities in Pokhara.<h3>Canyon Swing at Bhote Koshi</h3>The Last Resort at Bhote Koshi River is the only location in Nepal where you can witness Canyon Swing. It is at the same height as the bungee (160 m) and is released from the same bridge.&nbsp;The swing will hit a speed of 150 km/hr.<h3>Canyoning</h3>Suppose you're searching in Pokhara&nbsp;for a risky adventure activity.&nbsp;It can be done at Ghalel village, just 1-hour drive from Pokhara.&nbsp;You can even witness a quick Rock and Slide at the Jalibre Canyon&nbsp;in <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/chitwan-national-park-heart-of-the-jungle" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chitwan National Park</a> and also along the Trishuli River in the Charaudni Canyon.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-canyoning-marshyangdi.jpg">You're descending a steep canyon on this trip, although&nbsp;the torrent of water rushing down the gorge makes it more difficult.&nbsp;The exercise is supervised and coordinated by a professional official who can&nbsp;help you overcome your fear of height and water to ensure your safety.Lonely Planet has suggested this adventure tourism in Nepal and will&nbsp;give you the same experience as in the Natural Water theme park.<h3>Paramotor gliding in Pokhara</h3>Since 2016 Tandem Flying Club Paratrike (Paramotor)&nbsp;has launched a project to encourage flying adventure.&nbsp;It's an ultra-flight,&nbsp;para-hiking and paragliding mix.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-motor-gliding-nepal.jpg">Currently, there are just motor engines from Sparrow Fly and Falcon&nbsp;Fly (flying above 7,000 ft) that support you conquer the sky. Pokhara is the perfect location to be for citizens finding excitement in the stars.<h3>Kayaking</h3>Pokhara is also famous for kayaking in the&nbsp;Seti River, in addition to paragliding and zip-line.&nbsp;You'll possibly see some uncommon types of birds breeding&nbsp;along the shores of the river on the rides down.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-kayaking-nepal.jpg">There are many other locations besides Pokhara where&nbsp;you can enjoy a kayaking trip like in:<ul><li>Tamba Koshi</li><li>Modi Khola</li><li>Mardi Khola</li><li>Thuli Beri</li><li>Balephi Khola</li><li>Bhurungdi Khola</li></ul><h3>Rock Climbing</h3>You will taste the excitement of short-rock climbing&nbsp;excursions as well as heading on a trekking expedition.&nbsp;Astrek Climbing Wall&nbsp;in <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/ten-best-things-to-do-in-thamel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Thamel</a> includes an artificial wall that allows you the opportunity to scale rocks.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-rock-climbing-nepal.jpg">There are also many other popular climbing sites in&nbsp;and around the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-incredible-reasons-to-visit-kathmandu-valley" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu Valley</a>, such as Nagarjuna and Pharping.However, if you are prepared with proper gears and training, there&nbsp;are many other unknown places that are attractive to rock climbing.<h3>Skiing in Kalinchowk</h3>Recently Kalinchowk has proven to&nbsp;be Nepal's most visited tourist destination.&nbsp;Kalinchowk is now situated in the Dolakha district and is a huge&nbsp;draw for people who want to witness snowfall and winter sports like skiing.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-skiing-kalinchowk.jpg">The sport opened in 2017 and was an&nbsp;important session among Nepalese citizens and foreigners. Nepal's Ski and Snowboarding Foundation recently arranged&nbsp;a ski festival on March 7th, 2020.Kalinchowk is also well known for its Kalinchowk&nbsp;Bhagwati Temple, at the height of 3,842 m.<h2>Other Adventure Sports in Nepal</h2><ul><li>Rafting</li><li>Trekking</li><li>Stand-up Paddle-Boarding</li></ul>

The Nepal Tourism Board, in addition to promoting Nepal's cultural and religious heritage sites, is taking a major initiative to encourage adventure sports in the region. The new additions in Nepal's catalogue of extreme sports are ice hockey, figure skating and skiing.

Adventure Sports in Nepal

The Nepal Tourism Board, in addition to promoting Nepal's cultural and religious heritage sites, is taking a major initiative to encourage adventure sports in the region. The new additions in Nepal's catalogue of extreme sports are ice hockey, figure skating and skiing.

In the Lower Mustang, Kagbeni is quite an experience to get to.&nbsp;Indeed, part of the&nbsp;fun is the ride.&nbsp;North of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/hotels/destination/pokhara" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pokhara</a>, it is 98 miles (159 kilometres) across&nbsp;the deep Kali Gandaki Gorge, surrounded by massive Himalayan peaks.&nbsp;You can get there by air, road,&nbsp;or on foot from Pokhara, each with various advantages. The article below deals with the ways for reaching Kagbeni from the tourism capital of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>, Pokhara.<h2>Kagbeni, Mustang</h2>Kagbeni is a village in Nepal, in the Upper Mustang&nbsp;of the Himalayas, situated in the Kali Gandaki River Valley.&nbsp;Administratively, in the Dhawalagiri Region of northern Nepal,&nbsp;Kagbeni is a small Village Development Committee lying in the Mustang District.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-kagbeni.jpg">It had a population of 1200 people living in 260&nbsp;individual households at the time of the 1991 Nepal census.&nbsp;The village of Kagbeni lies on the road from Jomsom to Lo Manthang,&nbsp;the royal capital, near the intersection with the road to Muktinath.<h2>Reaching Kagbeni from Pokhara</h2>There are two ways by which a traveller can get to Kagbeni from <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-places-to-visit-in-pokhara" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pokhara</a>. They are:<ul><li>By Plane</li><li>By Private Transport or Shared Jeep</li><li>By Foot</li></ul><h3>By Plane (time taken: 20 minutes)</h3>Flying from Pokhara Airport to Jomsom and then taking a private means of transport to Kagbeni for the last hour or so is by far the easiest and shortest way to get there.&nbsp;Flights depart early in the morning from Pokhara Airport to stop&nbsp;the heavy winds that churn up later in the day in Mustang.&nbsp;Flights take just 20 minutes, but if&nbsp;the weather is terrible; they are often cancelled.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-jomsom-airport.jpg">The flight is spectacular — the mountains are so similar that the&nbsp;leaves on trees and the frozen ones on rocks can be virtually separated.&nbsp;The tiny aeroplane does not like anxious flyers too much, but it is worth noting that flying saves you hours after hours of overland travel, and if the weather conditions pose a danger, flights are often cancelled.<h3>By Private Transport or Shared Jeep (time taken: 8+ hours)</h3>Even if you plan to drive, if flights are cancelled, you can end up having to go by the route.&nbsp;Just a few years back, the road between Pokhara and Jomsom was established and is still not anything more than a dirt track.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-kagbeni-road.jpg">The journey takes about at least eight hours,&nbsp;and then another one hour to Kagbeni from Jomsom. If there are collisions or landslides&nbsp;en route, it sometimes takes longer.&nbsp;The last stretch to Kagbeni is not entirely a road: it is essential to travel across the Kali Gandaki riverbed just past Jomsom, so this is only possible in certain seasons. The overland route to Kagbeni is not comfortable, but taking a private Jeep is the most comfortable way.&nbsp;They're the safest overland alternative, and when you need to, you can stop.&nbsp;Public buses are not (and,&nbsp;very honestly, are terrifying) recommended.<h3>By Foot (time taken: 11+ days)</h3>Kagbeni is on the trekking path while embarking on the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/annapurna-circuit-trek-via-thorong-la-pass-5416-m" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Annapurna Circuit</a>. So while walking between Pokhara to Kagbeni is not considered the most direct route, it's one that has been cherished and enjoyed by many thousands of trekkers over the years.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-kagbeni-hiking.jpg">A traditional itinerary is a private transfer from Pokhara to&nbsp;Besisahar, wherein around 11 days you can walk to Kagbeni.&nbsp;Continue to Jomsom from there and then travel or take a jeep back to Pokhara.

In the Lower Mustang, Kagbeni is quite an experience to get to. Indeed, part of the fun is the ride. North of Pokhara, it is 98 miles (159 kilometres) across the deep Kali Gandaki Gorge, surrounded by massive Himalayan peaks

Reaching Kagbeni from Pokhara

In the Lower Mustang, Kagbeni is quite an experience to get to.&nbsp;Indeed, part of the&nbsp;fun is the ride.&nbsp;North of Pokhara, it is 98 miles (159 kilometres) across&nbsp;the deep Kali Gandaki Gorge, surrounded by massive Himalayan peaks

Budha Subba Temple or Budha Subba is a popular&nbsp;Eastern Nepalese religious shrine located in&nbsp;Bijayapur, Dharan,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>. Two earthen piles were built within the temple and&nbsp;have the custom of worshipping the Budha Subba.The location has bamboo plants that are unique in tip-lessness. It is assumed that slingshot shots used by Budha Subba broke the tips of these bamboos.<h2>Where is Budha Subba Temple?</h2>The Budha Subba Temple is located in the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-rated-attractions-places-to-visit-in-eastern-region-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">eastern region of Nepal </a>in the&nbsp;Sunsari&nbsp;district. The geographic coordinates of the religious site are&nbsp;26.820°N 87.30°E&nbsp;and lie in the city of Dharan about 220 km away from <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/introduction-to-kathmandu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a>. The holy place is situated on top of the bank of the&nbsp;Seuti&nbsp;river, a short distance east of the Temple of&nbsp;Dantakali.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-budha-subba-dharan.jpg">Historian&nbsp;Iman Singh Chemjong Limbu&nbsp;states that before and after&nbsp;King Bijaynarayan Raya&nbsp;Khebang's reign Bijaypur was the capital of the&nbsp;Kingdom of Limbuwan&nbsp;(Pallo Kirat).It is one of the most famous temples in eastern Nepal and is considered by many as of cultural significance.Since 2015 BS (1958-59 CE) the temple has been handled systematically. On Saturdays, the temple is crowded with people.&nbsp;Sacrifices of rooster and pigs&nbsp;are usually produced on Saturdays.<h2>History of Budha Subba Temple</h2>According to the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal/history-of-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">History</a>, it is the tomb of Morang's last Limbu King (Raya),&nbsp;Budhhi Karna Khebang,&nbsp;whose rule of&nbsp;Bijaypur started after the assassination of&nbsp;Kamdutta Sen&nbsp;in 1762 and ended with the invasion by&nbsp;Prithvi Narayan Shah&nbsp;in 1775. Bijaypur was Morang's capital and&nbsp;east Limbuwan's political and economic centre.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-budha-subba-temple.jpg">He was fooled into coming to meet at Bijaypur-Dharan, then killed in&nbsp;1785 by King Prithvi Narayan Shah's assassins of the Kingdom of Nepal. It is claimed that the soul of Budhhi Karna Khebang drifted around his tomb region near Bijaypur, and was reported to be a peaceful and supportive spirit.Local Limbu people then began to worship the soul as an old king (Subba&nbsp;or Haang in the Limbu language means King) believing it would bring good luck.&nbsp;<h2>Myths behind Budha Subba Temple&nbsp;</h2>Numerous myths support the origin and foundation of the Budha Subba Temple. Some of them are:<h3>Budha Subba</h3>A Subba hunter Budha Subba and his sister used to play&nbsp;and hunt with a slingshot on the hill according to a myth.&nbsp;The tip of the bamboo tree was lost by hitting the tips&nbsp;of a bamboo tree while hunting crows, and it never grew back. Subba gave up hunting after the mistake then buried his slingshot and began meditation.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-budha-subba-gate.jpg">It's the same place where the temple stands today, and it's believed that the small mound of mud is the place where he meditated. The temple has got its name&nbsp;from the hunter according to this legend.&nbsp;Budha Subba's sister's temple&nbsp;lies next to his.&nbsp;Ironically, even today, there are no tips on the bamboo trees in Bijaypur hill, and&nbsp;no single crow can be found in the region, given the occasional picnics and temple offerings.<h3>Eklavya</h3>Another legend discusses the story of Ekalavya, who was in deep meditation and archery self-training by building an impression of&nbsp;Guru Dronacharya, the famous&nbsp;Kauravas&nbsp;and&nbsp;Pandavas' teacher.Ekalavya itself is Budha Subba, it states. At this location, it is assumed that adoration and contemplation satisfy one's wishes.<h3>Lord Shiva and Parvati</h3>Many Hindus claim that <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/maha-shivaratri-in-nepal-celebration-significance-pashupatinath-temple-and-cannabis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati </a>arrived at Vijaypur under the form of&nbsp;Thebasamang&nbsp;and&nbsp;Yumasammang, Yakthung King and Queen in the hunting cycle, where they put their bows and sat in penance.During that time, they realized Kaliyuga's approach and disappeared immediately. In Yakthung language, that event is called Budha Subba. Shoots of bamboo sprouted from the bows without the tuft.<h2>Sacred Threads and Bamboo Writings in Budha Subba Temple</h2>There was initially a tradition of writing on bamboo trees in the area of the temple. The young men who came to visit the temple can only return by writing a name bamboo, as it is thought that writing the lovers' name would be a victory in their affection.<img src="https://booking-manager-api.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-budha-subba-threads.jpg">But, the temple committee stopped the trend of writing names on the bamboo as the bamboo's name writings hampered the tree's growth with the increase in bamboo writings.&nbsp;Lovers today tie sacred threads to the bamboo after adoring Budha Subba.

Budha Subba Temple or Budha Subba is a popular Eastern Nepalese religious shrine located in Bijayapur, Dharan, Nepal. Two earthen piles were built within the temple and have the custom of worshipping as the Budha Subba.

Budha Subba Temple- Dharan, Nepal

Budha Subba Temple or Budha Subba is a popular Eastern Nepalese religious shrine located in Bijayapur, Dharan, Nepal. Two earthen piles were built within the temple and have the custom of worshipping as the Budha Subba.

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