TOURISM IN NEPAL

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LAMJUNG, A HEAVENOUS PLACE

          Lamjung is one of the tourist spot located in the western region of Nepal. It lies between Kaski and Gorkha and it is the getway to Manang, a district beyond the Himalayas of Nepal. The district is an important destination for both internal and external(foreign) tourists. Lamjung is famous for natural, cultural and biological diversity. The district is a home of lakes and ponds, rivers, waterfalls and tradition and culture of Gurung people. Gurung is the dominant race with its various features here. Lamjung is a place for watching  the wonderful sights of the Hiamalayan ranges of  Mt. Annapurna and Manaslu, and trekking of several tourist areas. Internal and foreign tourists reach Besisahar, the headquarters of Lamjung to enjoy the round of dense forest, to observe the culture of the Gurung community and to trek the places enriched by natural and biological diversity. Besisahar is located in the lap of green hills and Lamjung peak. From Besisahar, one can trek to places like Bimda, Puma, Siurung, Ghalegaun, Khansur, Hotwater spots, Pasgaun, Bhujung, Ghanpokhara, Manang and Kaski. There is a good facility of lodging and meal in hotels of Besisahar which is at a distance of 177 km from Kathmandu. One can get bus and micro service daily from Gongabu and Kalanki in Kathmandu.

HISTORICAL  LAMJUNG  PALACE

          Lamjung palace is an old historical place situated on top of Besisahar in the VDC of Gaunsahar. According to historians, the palace is the birthplace of Shah Dynasty. The palace is also famous  for observing  natural beauty besides its historical importance. One can have a wonderful sight of sunrise, and the view of mountains like Lamjung , Annapurna, Manaslu and Buddha Himal. The tourists visiting Besisahar go to the palace area to watch sunrise. One can reach the palace, covering  the distance of 9 km  gravel road by bus operated regularly from Besisahar.

KHANSUR

Besisahar

             Lamjung is a famous district of Nepal for the culture of its dominant race – Gurung. Tourists can have a close look at Gurung art and tradition in many villages. Ghale  Gaun of Lamjung is one of the finest destinations in Nepal to have authentic  home stay experience. Gurung people are known for their hospitality and village development  for tourism. Khansur is a densely populated village of Ghale and Gurungs lying on top of a hill. Tourism Development Management Committee started the concept of home stay from 2002 A.D. in the district. Khansur has 55 houses out of which 30 homes can provide lodging to 60 people with 2 persons in each house. Ghale Gaun is also not behind in welcoming the guests. The members of Aama Samuha and other villagers readily welcome the guests here. The guests are welcomed in the meeting hall and get introduced to the respected individuals and taken to rooms after  a brief tea. The tourist developmet committee entertains the guests with traditional dances and delicious local  cuisines. Khansur is known for its clean and healthy environment  lying near to Besisahar. We can reach Bilautibisauni lying at a distance of 3.5 km from Bhimsenthan of Besisahar  and from there one has to walk up the stone stairs for 1 hour.

HOT  WATER POND

             The famous hot water pond lies in the north at a distance of 20 km from Bhimsenthan of Besisahar. Lying at the base of Bahundanda and on the bank of Marsyangdi River, this pond has proved to be a blessing for the people suffering from  skin diseases. The pond gets regular supply of hot water from the soil and its origin has not been discovered yet. There is popular belief that one can get rid of skin related diseases by having a dip in the pond. That is why, people from distant places visit the pond.

GHANPOKHARA

             Famous  beautiful Gurung  village, Ghanpokhara, is situated at an altitude of 2150 meter on a high mountain. Most of the tourists who visit in Ghalegaun take a short trek  to Ghanpokhara. Though it is small village, it offers a great opportunity to observe unparalleled  scenic grandeur. As the trekking route to Bhujung and Pasgaon pass through it, Ghanpokhara is frequented by tourists. One can reach Ghanpokhara in 30 minutes from  Ghalegaun through Nayu. Most of the residents of this village, famous for Gurung culture, depend on agriculture for livelihood. So, villagers live in lowlands during the farming season and live in the village in other times.

BHUJUNG

              The beautiful Bhujung village is the largest settlement of Gurung people in Lamjung district. This traditional Gurung village is situated high on the mountain at an altitude of 1600 meter. The village is a closely packed cluster of around four hundred houses. This village has emerged as an attaractive destination among  tourists to observe the traditional Gurung life-style and culture. The village is famous for tea farming in the district. A small hydropower project in nearby river supplies electricity to the village. The village has well-facilitated hotels. Home-stay facility is also available here. Traditional cultural dances and other activities that are almost extinct elsewhere in the country are alive in this village. It is the main attraction of the village. Villagers perform the traditional dances to entertain tourists. One can reach the village by hiking for 2-3 hours from Ghalegaun which can be reached by travelling on  a jeep for 2-3 hours from Besisahsar. Likewise, by hiking for 3-4 hours from Bhujung , one can reach Pasgaon.

SIURUNG

Lamjung-Pokhara Trekking Route

            Siurung is also one of the tourist destination of Lamjung district. Nestled on the foot of Manaslu Himal, this village , situated in the ward no. 8 and 9 of Khudi VDC of Lamjung district, carries a huge potential from  a tourism standpoint.  Situated at an altitude of 1900 meters, the village is famous for natural sight seeing. Traditional stone house with thatched roofs and typical Gurung dance add to the attraction of the village. They welcome the tourists with simplicity. Hospitality and cordiality shown by the locals make the tourists to visit the village again and again. They garland the tourists and perform typical Gurung  cultural dances while welcoming  the tourists in the village. There are around  115 houses in the village. Home stay facility is available in the village for tourists. From this village, trekkers can start a hiking to Sikles and Tangting of Kaski district. One can reach the village by walking for  2-3 hours from Arkhalbesi which lies at a distance of 20 km from Besisahar.

GHALEGAUN

One Of A Most Clean Village Of Nepal

           Considered a model for village tourism destination  in the South Asia, Ghalegaun is situated at an altitude of 2100 meter in Lamjung  district. The Gurung settlement at the foot of the Himalaya was a seat of Ghale rulers of 16th century. Rich and unique for experiencing the Gurung and Ghale culture, arts and traditional life-style , the village is famous for home stay among internal as well as foreign tourists. The village is home  to 104 families. However , 32 houses arrange the home stay service for tourists. Guests are welcomed in a traditional style by offering them garlands and performing traditional Gurung dances. They are served meals made using brown rice and local products.  It is the unique speciality of the village. Natural beauty, sunrise, close inspection of snow capped mountains and Gurung tradition are the major attractions of this village. The closer inspection of Lamjung, Machhapuchhre (Fish tail), Annapurna, Himchuli and Buddha Himal become possible from  this place. From Besisahar, one can reach the village by walking for 5-6 hours or by a 2-3 hours long jeep drive along  the 20 km long road.