Sudurpaschim province offers diverse travel destinations for Dashain holiday

Sudurpaschim province has emerged as a featured travel option for the long Dashain holiday, offering a mix of mountain landscapes, forests, lakes, and cultural sites.

The province features a variety of experiences ranging from the high-altitude landscapes of Khaptad and Api-Nampa to the lowland areas of Shuklaphanta and Ghodaghodi. OnlineKhabar English News reported that the Nepal Tourism Board identifies Khaptad, Shuklaphanta, Badimalika, Api-Nampa, Ghodaghodi, and Ramaroshan as major natural and religious destinations in the region.

Khaptad is noted for its spiritual and natural attractions, with elevations ranging from approximately 1,400 to 3,300 metres above sea level. The Khaptad Area Tourism Development and Management Committee reports that the region is home to around 270 bird species and 224 types of medicinal plants. Key sites in this area include Khaptad Lake, Triveni, and the ashram where Khaptad Baba spent over five decades meditating.

In Achham, the Ramaroshan area provides visitors with access to lakes, green meadows, and mountain scenery. The Nepal Tourism Board identifies Ramaroshan as a major natural destination, where visitors can observe local settlements and various bird species. The National Trust for Nature Conservation is currently involved in a project in the Ramaroshan-Badimalika area, focusing on biodiversity and nature tourism.

Travelers to these regions can engage in activities such as hiking, nature observation, birdwatching, and spiritual tourism. According to OnlineKhabar English News, a trip through Sudurpaschim can offer these varied experiences within a single journey.

Background

The Nepal Tourism Board has recorded 20 species of mammals and 175 species of birds in the Khaptad region. Additionally, conservation work in the Ramaroshan-Badimalika area is being carried out with the participation of local communities.