Very rich in natural resources and biodiversity, Tanahu district lies 110 km west from Kathmandu and 19 km east from Pokhara. Tanahu is considered very important from the tourism point of view and carries immense tourism potential. The district is considered rich in terms of ethnic and natural diversities. Historical temples, ancient arts, ethnic diversities, religious diversities are amongst the main features of this district. Observation of rural life, Manukhot, Chhimkeshori, Kyasmiri, Bandipur, Tanahusur and Siddha cave, the largest cave of Nepal, are the tourism attaractions of Tanahu district. Damauli is the district headquarters which lies at a distance of 143 km from Kathmandu.
SIDDHA CAVE
Tanahu district is famous as a district o caves as well. Siddha cave, which lies in Tanahu district is believed to be the largest of all caves in Nepal. Tourists arriving in Bandipur visit the 437 meter long cave. To reach the Siddha cave, one has to take a downhill walk from Bandipur market and then half an hour long uphill walk from Bimalnagar. Visitors have a thrilling experience while entering the cave after ascending on a huge rock. Tourists visiting the cave are advised to carry tourch light. There is an idol of Lord Mahadev (Shiva) at the entrance of the cave. One can also enjoy rock climbing near the cave.
THANE MAI
Thane Mai temple is one of the important religious places of Bandipur. It is situated on top of a hill. One has to walk uphill for 15 minutes to reach the temple from Bandipur market. Tourists can enjoy a wonderful view of sunrise, Bandipur Bazar and Himalayas from here. The temple is especially famous for viewing sunrise.
TEENDHARA MAHADEV
The temple of Teendhara Mahadev is a famous sacred site of Bandipur. It is a popular spot where clean water flows from Teendhara throughout the year. One has to walk for 10 minutes to reach the site from Bandipur Bazar.
QUEEN OF HILLS, BANDIPUR
Famous as the queen of hills, Bandipur was the administrative centre of the Tanahu district till 1968 when the district headquarters was moved to Damauli. Situated at a height of 1050 metre above sea level, Newari culture, old artistic houses built on two sides of an inner road, ancient temples and shrines and Siddha cave are the main attaractions of the Bandipur. Amazing view of the Himalayan ranges comprising Mt. Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, Budhha, Ganesh Himal and Langtang Peaks adds to the beauty of Bandipur. This place is also famous for viewing sunrise. Likewise, Raniban (queen's forest) is famous among the tourists for bird watching. Bandipur is also a good destinations for tourists who want to enjoy rock-climbing and mountain biking. The hilltop settlement is surrounded by villages of Gurung and Magar people. So, the closer observation of the culture of these two ethnic communities become possible while tourists can choose to go on hiking in the nearby villages. To reach Badipur, one has to travel 8 km long uphill blacktopped road from Dumre bazar that lies at a distance of 125 km in the west of Kathmandu and 75 km in the east of Pokhara. One can get jeep services from Dumre, while one can choose to walk a two hour long walk from Bimalnagar to reach the tourist destination. Bandipur has plenty of lodges, hotels and resorts to accomodate all ranges of tourists.
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