1 October, Thirteenth. With the arrival of Dashain, the excitement of the festival has started to increase in the villages. The activity of shoppers in the market has increased and they are taking advantage of the long holidays to spend time with their families and relatives.
Dashain is not limited to family gatherings and fun but also an opportunity to experience nature, culture and new places.
On this occasion, a visit to the tourist places of Eastern Nepal with natural, cultural, religious and historical significance can make the holiday more memorable.
Along with natural diversity, original culture, religious beliefs and historical heritage are spread in the plains, mountains and highlands of eastern Nepal.
Sometimes there are high waterfalls and green hills, and sometimes there are forests of Gurans, quiet ponds, cultural parks and mountain views.
Such destinations provide tourists with entertainment and an opportunity to understand local life, traditions and identity.
For those who are planning to travel during the Dashain holidays, the destinations from Bhedetar in Dhankuta to Hatrung Waterfall in Tehrathum, Chohlung Park, RR Garden, Tinjure, Pathibhara and Guphapokhri can become the center of attraction.
Bhedetar to Dhankuta, Hille to Sidhuwa
Dhankuta's Bhedetar, Hille and surrounding hill settlements are known for their scenic views, local markets and rural life. Bhedetar in Dhankuta is a famous mountain tourist spot in eastern Nepal.
Bhedetar's cool climate, mist-covered hills and distant mountain views in clear weather attract tourists.
From Charles Point here, you can see the plains of Dharan, Terai and even the Himalayan range when the weather is clear.
Skywalk has recently become the main tourist attraction here.
Namaste waterfall near Bhedetar is another attraction. The 80 meters high waterfall in the middle of the green forest is a suitable place for natural beauty and photography.
While traveling from Bhedetar to Hille and Sidhuwa via Dhankuta Bazar, one can experience the hill life, agricultural produce, local market and scenic landscape.
Dhankuta market is known for its old hill settlements and local products, while the mountain scenery can be seen from the surrounding hills when the weather is clear.
Tourists traveling on this route get an opportunity to understand the original lifestyle of the eastern hills along with the natural beauty.
Green tea plantations, peaceful surroundings of ponds, attractive sculptures and open spaces where you can enjoy nature.
These sights attract the tourists who reach Sansari Wetlands at Pakhribas in Dhankuta, which is becoming known as a beautiful tourist destination of the Eastern Hills.
Once covered with bushes and swamps, this area has now become a center for trekking, forest feasting and family entertainment.
World wetland bird habitat
Sansari Wetland located in Pakhribas Municipality-4 of Dhankuta is about 500 meters below Pakhribas market.
This area is located at a distance of about five to six kilometers from the tourist spot Hille Bazar and about 18 to 10 kilometers northwest of the Dhankuta headquarters.
The attraction of domestic tourists is increasing here due to easy access and natural environment.
The work of developing the Sansari Wetland spread over an area of about 25 ropani as a tourist area has started since 2069.
After the construction of structures for water conservation with the help of the then District Development Committee, it is being developed as a tourist destination.
Its appearance is changing with the activism of the locals, the support of various donors and the construction of infrastructure. Recently, the attractiveness of tourists is increasing here.
Cho: Lung Park located in Vasantpur of Laligurans Municipality of Tehrathum is an important place to understand the civilization, culture and history of Limbu community along with its natural beauty.
This park is being developed not only as a place to roam but also as a center for preserving the Mundhumi tradition and cultural heritage of the Yakthung (Limbu) community.
Cultural symbols related to traditional style structures, stone paths, planks, stops and Mundhum can be seen in the park. The specialty here is to combine nature and culture in one place.
The faith of the Limbu community towards nature, the memories of their ancestors and the cultural traditions associated with stones have made this place different from other tourist destinations.
In the cultural museum in the park, historical documents related to the Limbu community, traditional jewelry, costumes and household items can also be viewed.
Therefore, a visit to Chohlung Park is not limited to entertainment but also an opportunity to understand the local history and identity.
RR Garden, Tinjure and Pathibhara
RR Garden, Tinjure area and Pathibhara around Basantpur in Tehrathum are places that can be included in the tour from the point of view of religious and natural tourism.
While visiting these places, one can experience the hill landscape, vegetation, local settlements and traditions associated with religious beliefs.
The Tinjure region is especially known for its various species of gurans and the scenic view from the high hills.
Tinjure hill is about 3 thousand 66 meters high. From here, when the weather is clear, one can observe the view of the eastern Himalayan range.
Tinjure-Milke-Jalajle region is known as an important cattle region of Nepal.
The forests of this region become colorful when the hyacinths bloom in spring. During Dashain, tourists can be attracted by the green hills, clean mountain environment and mountain scenery seen in open weather.
Pathibhara religious places can also be included in the tour of this area. For those who have religious faith, there is an opportunity to visit the temple and spend time in the peaceful environment.
A trip can be planned by combining the visit to RR Garden with Tinjure and nearby places. However, it is advisable to inquire about the routes to these destinations and local facilities before travelling.
Guphapokhari is an attractive natural and religious destination of Eastern Nepal, which is connected to the hilly areas of Tehrathum and Sankhuwasabha.
The natural pond is also an important rest stop on the Tinjure-Milke-Jalaj trail. The calm environment of the pond, the surrounding forests and the hilly terrain spread at a height have made this area unique.
When the weather is clear, the view of Kanchenjunga, Makalu and other mountain ranges can be observed from here.
As the pond is also connected with religious faith, people from different communities come here for darshan and visit.
Guphapokhri is an ideal destination for those who are interested in nature observation, photography and trekking. A visit here can be combined with a trip to Basantpur, Tinjure and Milke region.
As the location is at a height, it is better to prepare warm clothes, necessary materials and accommodation keeping in mind the possibility of weather changes.
Hatrung Falls Hatrung Falls is one of the major tourist attractions of the district in Fedap area of Tehrathum.
The water falling from the top of the high mountain and the surrounding natural environment have made it unique. This waterfall, which is said to be about 365 meters high, is known as one of the highest waterfalls in Nepal.
Magnificent views of waterfalls, green hills and rural surroundings attract tourists who want to enjoy nature.
While visiting here, one can experience the mountainous geography and the life of the local settlements closely.
Hatrung Waterfall is an important natural heritage that establishes the tourism identity of Tehrathum.
In order to promote tourism in this area, improvement of roads and footpaths, cleanliness, information and security management are necessary.
Before going on a tour, it is advisable to understand the road conditions and be careful on steep roads.
