Wednesday, April 1, 2009

ABOUT DOLAKHA

Dolakha in itself is a small package of beauty, culture and tradition. It in fact is an instance of Nepal's unparalleled charm and beauty. Dolakha is appealing and yet undiscovered. Dolakha is considered as an ideal and ultimate tourist destination. Its immense natural beauty, lush flora and fauna, huge waterfalls, cultural heritage, adventurous activities and scenic grandeur provide a marvelous sight for the visitors to spend their time in Dolakha.
Dolakha extends from north to east consisting of 51 VDCs and 1 municipality. It is 133 km away from the capital and Charikot is the headquarter of the district.

Dolakha offers an astonishing topographical variation for trekking. Trekking in Dolakha entails walking up and down the hills numerously. The most favorable and interesting places for trekking in Dolakha are Jiri, Sailung, Kalinchok, Beding, Bigu, Na Gaun, Tashi Lapsa Pass, Rolwaling Range, Lamabagar, Simigaon and Lapchi.
Trekking in Dolakha Region provides a wide range of wilderness, religious practices, architecture, lifestyles and cultural encounters. As one can trek at relatively low elevations also (generally below 3000m), it poses no problems in acclimatization to altitude.. However, selection of treks in Dolakha varies from short gentle hikes through terraced foothills to lengthy expeditions to the Mt. Gauri Shankar of the Rolwaling Range. One can choose the area of trek based on personal interest and fitness.

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