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This is your last day in Nepal. You will be transferred to the airport from where you had back to your native country or your next travel destination.

Farewell to Nepal

We take a tourist bus or board a private vehicle based on our group’s size to reach Kathmandu valley. You will be transferred to the hotel around Thamel upon arrival. Note that you also have the option to take a thirty minutes’ flight to Kathmandu.

Move to Kathmandu

We descend down gradually crossing many villages. Our trekking path joins the road as we reach Naudanda and then w drive to Pokhara. We have the option to extend this journey by taking one of the alternative variations in the trek.

Bhadaure-Naudanda; Head to Pokhara via drive (five to six hours)

First thing in the morning, we walk upon the stone steps (500 meters) to reach Panchase peak. We ascend the height of 2500 meters; this is the highest point of this trekking journey. We get a clear panoramic view of the snowy peaks that had been teasing us while we were walking along the forest. &nbsp;We have a hearty breakfast at the peak. We move down to Bhadaure which is our overnight stop.

Panchase peak hike (2500 meters) and move to Bhadaure; seven to eight hours

First, we have a short uphill walk and then we move along lush green forests where we can enjoy the views of the snowy peaks time and again. This is a great opportunity to witness diverse vegetation as well as wildlife. We will hear birds chirping above us. Later this trail joins the dirt road where we can savor the panoramic views of the Lamjung, Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Gangapurna peaks. We will also spot the Annapurna I, Manaslu along with Dhaulagiri. As w continue along this trail, we reach the Panchase Bhanjyang. &nbsp;This place is home to the Brahmin and Gurung people.

Head to Panchase Bhanjyang; five to six hours

After having a hearty breakfast, we move to Thado Khola via drive as we move past the beautiful Davis Fall. We start our trekking journey to Bhumdi as we reach Thado Khola. The trek commences with a long walk uphill to a ridge after which we descend to Bhumdi. We walk across a beautiful, lush green forest on our way. We will be able to see amazing views of the Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Annapurna ranges, Himalchuli. We spend the night in tents. Meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Head to Shanti Stupa; trek to Bhumdi; five to six hours

We board on the tourist bus or a private vehicle to leave for Pokhara in the morning depending on our group’s size. You will b transferred to the hotel of your stay near the Fewa Lake. We will have leisure time in the afternoon for strolling around the area. Note that you also have the option to fly to Pokhara which will take around 30 minutes.

Kathmandu to Pokhara via drive; six to seven hours

Upon your arrival at the international airport in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the hotel by our representative at the Sherpa Expedition and Trekking. You can take rest and afterward you will be provided with all the necessary briefing on the trek including information on food, lodges, dos and don’ts on the trek. A delicious welcome dinner awaits you in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Reach Kathmandu

Panchase Trek is one of the most convenient trekking journeys in Nepal which is suitable for people of different age group and different experience levels in trekking.

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Panchase Trek

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Pathibhara Devi Temple&nbsp;also known as&nbsp;Mukkumlung&nbsp;by the local&nbsp;Limbu&nbsp;people, is one of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/how-safe-is-nepal-for-visitors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>'s most significant Hindu temple, situated on&nbsp;Taplejung Hill. Pilgrims from different parts of Nepal and India flock to the temple on special days, as a pilgrimage is assumed to guarantee the fulfilment of the desires of the pilgrims.The temple is situated 19.4 North East at an elevation of 3,794 m (12,448 ft) from the municipality of&nbsp;Phungling. The former monarch&nbsp;King Birendra&nbsp;and his family were also devotees to this Hindu shrine. Besides <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal/religion-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hindus</a>, the Pathibhara Temple is also a holy place for people of the Limbu ethnic group.<h2>History behind Pathibhara Temple</h2>Local shepherds are thought to have lost hundreds of their sheep&nbsp;while they were grazing at the same spot where today's Pathibhara Devi temple sits.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-gif-maker%20-%202023-08-20T131427.946.webp"> Pathibhara Sacred Heights Spiritual Serenity.The distraught shepherds had a vision in which the Goddess Pathibhara commanded them&nbsp;to conduct a ritualistic sheep sacrifice and create a temple in her honour.The abandoned herd unexpectedly recovered,&nbsp;as the sacrifice was offered.&nbsp;It is believed that the practice of offering&nbsp;sacrifices inside the temple began after the accident.The hill goddess Pathibhara after whom the location is called is assumed by the devotees to be a fearsome goddess who can easily be satisfied with easy and selfless actions of love, devotion, and sacrificial sacrifices while being unmerciful and dangerous to one who has evil intentions.<h2>How to reach Pathibhara Devi Temple?</h2>Pathibhara Devi Temple lies in the Yangwarak Village Development Committee. The journey to Pathibhara begins from Suketar, which is a 20-minute drive from Phungling Bazaar, and then from Suketar to Kafle Pati, a 1–2-hour drive away.&nbsp;Pathibhara Devi temple lies at a distance of around 3–4 hours' hike from Kafle Pati. Suketar Airport (2,840 m [9,320 ft]) at Suketar is the only&nbsp;STOL airport in Taplejung district with daily flights linking <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-incredible-reasons-to-visit-kathmandu-valley" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathmandu</a> and Biratnagar.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-gif-maker%20-%202023-12-04T121947.947.webp">Pathivara Temple: Spiritual Heights CapturedCredit:Nepalish.comThe trail to Pathibhara passes through Deurali, Ramitedanda, Chhatedhunga, Bhalugaunda, and Phedi before eventually arriving at the shrine.&nbsp;Residents provide food and accommodation facilities along the road. Basic lodging is also available for tourists close to the temple premises.<h2>Pathibhara Devi Pilgrimage Trek</h2>It is one of the most traditional treks in the north-eastern end of Nepal. The trek lies in the area of Taplejung.&nbsp;Taplejung is one of the best regions in<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-rated-attractions-places-to-visit-in-eastern-region-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> eastern Nepal</a> with a beautiful setting, the Himalayan plateau of over 7,000 m and a large vegetation area.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-gif-maker%20-%202023-12-04T122312.464.webp">Pathivara Trek: Sacred Mountain JourneyCredit:Namchey.comUnlike the Hindus, Buddhist pilgrims also approach paradise&nbsp;for <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal/festival-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">festivals</a> in the wake of exceptional incidents.&nbsp;The <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/packages/activities/trekking" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">trek</a> to Pathibhara Devi coupled with the region's characteristic&nbsp;and social experiences allows the experience an especially enlivening awareness.<h3>General Itinerary</h3><ul><li>Day 01: Flight from Kathmandu (1,400 m) to Bhadrapur (91 m)</li><li>Day 02: Flight from Bhadrapur (91 m) to Taplejung Airport, Suketar (2,840 m)&nbsp;</li><li>Day 03: Hike from Suketar to Deurali&nbsp;</li><li>Day 04: Walk from Deurali to Phedi&nbsp;</li><li>Day 05: Reach Pathibhara Devi Temple, pay your respect to the Goddess and head back to Phedi</li><li>Day 06: Hike from Phedi to Suketar</li><li>Day 07: Fly back to Bhadrapur</li></ul>We can also reach Pathibhara temple by taking a bus or a private taxi from Birtamod, Jhapa.<h3>When is the best time to visit Pathibhara Devi Temple?</h3>The ideal time to visit the temple is during pre-monsoon&nbsp;months (March to June), and post-monsoon months (September to November).&nbsp;<h2>Major Attractions of Pathibhara Devi Temple</h2>Besides, the Patibhara Devi Temple, pilgrims can visit monasteries located in Olangchung Gola and Lungchung as well. Each year, the waterfall at Sawa and the Timbung pond is worth a visit during autumn and spring.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-gif-maker%20-%202023-12-04T121750.299.webp">Pathivara: Divine Mountain MajestyCredit:Nepalish.comAround the trial, the forest habitat provides an abundance of animals, insects, trees, and butterflies. In this trek, the entire&nbsp;Kanchenjunga range, including Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586 m) can also be seen.The Pathibhara region lying in the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/kanchenjunga-conservation-area" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kanchenjunga Conservation Area</a> is also known to be home to the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/list-of-endangered-animals-of-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">endangered</a> and rare <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/red-panda-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">red pandas</a>.<h2>Limbu Cultural Trek</h2>The Limbu Cultural Trek in the area is seen as similarly enthralling for visitors other than pilgrims.&nbsp;A week-long trek goes through Taplejung's <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal/people-of-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ethnic communities</a>, such&nbsp;as; Phurunga (or Phurumbu), Limkhim, Khewang, Tellok, PhawaKhola and Mamankhe.For more information on temples and <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>, please visit <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hopnepal.com</a>.

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Pathibhara Devi Temple also known as Mukkumlung by the local Limbu people, is one of Nepal's most significant Hindu temple, situated on Taplejung Hill. Pilgrims from different parts of Nepal and India flock to the temple on special days, as a pilgrimage.

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Ilam&nbsp;is one of the hill districts lying in <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/how-safe-is-nepal-for-visitors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>'s eastern development zone. The hill station is best known for its tea gardens, and it is one of Nepal's most populated regions. The unique nature and biodiversity of the place draw a great many tourists.Ilam is one of the popular attractions enjoyed by holidaymakers who fly to the eastern part of <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/why-is-nepal-known-as-the-amazon-of-asia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>. It lies between the Himalayan ranges and offers a large variety of places in the summer season which attracts many visitors. We've enlisted Ilam's ten must-visit places.<h2>Location of Ilam in Nepal&nbsp;</h2>Ilam falls in Province No. 1 on the <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/top-rated-attractions-places-to-visit-in-eastern-region-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">eastern side</a> of Nepal. It is one of Nepal's popular hill stations and occupies an area of 1,703 sq km.&nbsp;Ilam's altitude varies from 3,636 m to 140 m and is internationally bordered by&nbsp;Darjeeling, India&nbsp;in the east, and in the west by&nbsp;Dhankuta&nbsp;and&nbsp;Morang. To the south of Ilam lies&nbsp;Jhapa, and in the north lies&nbsp;Panchthar.<h3>Where does Ilam get its name?</h3>The place's name is derived from the&nbsp;Kiranti&nbsp;language where&nbsp;Il&nbsp;stands for&nbsp;twisted&nbsp;while&nbsp;Lam&nbsp;stands for the&nbsp;lane.&nbsp;Ilam is usually a winding highway that can be encountered when driving to this spot. It's also sometimes called&nbsp;Charkhol, indicating the four-river junction;&nbsp;Jogmai, Mai, Puwamai,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Deaumai.<h3>What is Ilam best known for?&nbsp;</h3>Ilam is famous for its export-quality <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal/things-to-do-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tea-gardens</a> and milk.&nbsp;Ilam's most outstanding tea is shipped into many European countries. In addition to the beverage, the place is also regarded as the leading producer of&nbsp;cardamom, ginger, potato,&nbsp;and&nbsp;broom.Ilam's climate is&nbsp;tropical, subtropical,&nbsp;and&nbsp;temperate,&nbsp;attracting several holidaymakers to this area.&nbsp;Rare birds and animals such as&nbsp;red panda, black bear, tahr&nbsp;and trees such as&nbsp;rhododendron, Chimal, chaap, and sal&nbsp;are present at the hill station.Ilam is also renowned for its cultural richness and is host to ethnic groups such as&nbsp;Limbu, Rai, Tamang, Magar,&nbsp;Lepcha, Sunuwar, Kulung, Sampang,&nbsp;Gurung, Newari, Sherpa, Bantawa, Chamling,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Yakkha.<h2>What are Ilam's 10 best areas to travel?&nbsp;</h2>As mentioned above, we have described the ten most visited places in Ilam today, in this post.<h3>1.Antu Danda&nbsp;</h3>Antu Danda&nbsp;is one of those locations you can't forget when in Ilam. The place boasts of stunning views of the Himalayan<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/best-places-to-witness-sunrise-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> sunrise </a>and sunset.&nbsp;Danda&nbsp;in Nepali means&nbsp;hill&nbsp;and the place are situated at 2,328 m above sea level from where you can see the flatlands of Terai, terraced farmlands, dense pine forests and tea gardens below.You can see India's hill stations like&nbsp;Kurseong, Darjeeling&nbsp;and&nbsp;Mirik&nbsp;from Antu on a clear day as well.&nbsp;You will enter Antu Danda after a drive of an hour from&nbsp;Pashupatinagar&nbsp;though it takes about three hours from the main&nbsp;Ilam Bazaar.&nbsp;Once you've come to Antu, you can stay at the famous local homes or a home-stay.<h3>2.Mai Pokhari</h3>Another significant Ilam attraction is&nbsp;Mai-Pokhari&nbsp;(pond) which has nine corners. The magnificent lake is covered by a&nbsp;dense forest of&nbsp;juniper, oak,&nbsp;and&nbsp;birch fir.&nbsp;The place boasts of flowers such as rhododendrons and orchids, and if you're fortunate enough you'll get to witness some unusual animal species such as&nbsp;red panda, musk deer (Kasturi), porcupine, leopard, jackal&nbsp;and much more.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-gif-maker%20-%202023-11-30T111254.589.webp">Mai Pokhari: Tranquil Alpine BeautyCredit:yetritrailadventure.comEven Mai-Pokhari has a religious meaning and is called a holy pond devoted to&nbsp;Goddess Bhagwati.&nbsp;A fair is conducted annually between October and November in which Hindus and religious groups from Nepal, India, and&nbsp;Bhutan&nbsp;participate.&nbsp;Mai Pokhari is 18 km away from Ilam Bazaar and can be reached in a private taxi within 30 minutes drive.<h3>3.Sandakpur (Sandakphu)&nbsp;</h3>Sandakpur&nbsp;is situated in the Nepal-India frontier at an elevation of 3,665 m. In India, it branches out in&nbsp;West Bengal's Darjeeling region.&nbsp;Tourists can take a private cab from Ilam to&nbsp;Maimajhuwa Khorsanitar. From there we will eventually arrive at Sandakphu after a 5-hour trek.When in Sandakpur we can appreciate the magnificent views of the highest mountains in the world such as&nbsp;Mt. Everest&nbsp;(8,848 m),&nbsp;Mt. Kangchenjunga&nbsp;(8,586 m),&nbsp;Mt. Makalu&nbsp;(8,485 m),&nbsp;Mt. Lhotse&nbsp;(8,516 m), and&nbsp;Mt. Kumbakarna&nbsp;(7,710 m).&nbsp;The location is well known for <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/bird-watching-places-in-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bird watching</a>, and the region is home to the Nepal national's bird&nbsp;Danfe&nbsp;(Himalayan monal) from Nepal.&nbsp;Sandakpur also harbours endangered species such as musk deer and red panda.<h3>4. Kanyam and Fikkal (Phikkal Bazaar)&nbsp;</h3>Ilam is renowned for its tea gardens, and shrubs have&nbsp;been planted in&nbsp;Kanyam&nbsp;and&nbsp;Fikkal&nbsp;over 140 years ago.&nbsp;Kanyam is accessible to both inbound and outbound visitors coming to take pictures, sightseeing, and picnics.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-gif-maker%20-%202023-08-21T152407.840.webp"> Beautiful Kanyam city Fikkal is one of Ilam's commercial hubs and the centre for arriving visitors from Darjeeling, India.&nbsp;On Thursdays, there is a weekly haat held where local farmers and vendors come to sell their products.<h3>5. Pathibhara Devi&nbsp;</h3>Lying in the eastern region of Nepal, this temple of&nbsp;Goddess Pathibhara&nbsp;is the most visited holy spot.&nbsp;It is considered a sister temple to&nbsp;Taplejung's original&nbsp;Pathibhara Devi, and those who can't afford to visit the original temple at 3,794 m can visit this one just above&nbsp;Sunmai.The religious site is situated in&nbsp;Hanspokhari&nbsp;and is just above the highway to&nbsp;Ilam-Mechi.<h3>6.Mai Beni</h3>Mai Beni&nbsp;sits in Ilam's foothills and is the intersection of two sacred rivers&nbsp;Mai Khola&nbsp;and&nbsp;Jogmai Khola.&nbsp;It is roughly around 3 km from the main town and is famed for<a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/blog/maha-shivaratri-in-nepal-celebration-significance-pashupatinath-temple-and-cannabis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Lord Shiva</a>'s shrine.&nbsp;Hundreds of worshippers visit Mai Beni in January to take a dip in the holy waters during&nbsp;Manghe Sankranti.<h3>7.Siddhi Thumka&nbsp;</h3>Standing at 1,693 m above sea level,&nbsp;Siddhi Thumka&nbsp;is located about 18 km from Ilam's&nbsp;Ajambare Danda.&nbsp;The spot is renowned for sunrise and sunset, as well as stunning views of the Everest and Kangchenjunga mountains and ranges such as&nbsp;Mahabharat&nbsp;range and&nbsp;Churia&nbsp;range.In addition to these, some other famous Siddhi Thumka destinations are the&nbsp;Khnadrung Cave, Singhadevisthan, Fulbari, Namthala, Pankhelung falls, Ratopani,&nbsp;&nbsp;and&nbsp;Falgunanda Manghim Temple.&nbsp;On the southeastern side of Siddhi Thumpka, rice paddy fields and orange cultivation are a significant draw for agricultural tourism.<h3>8.Gajur Mukhi (Gajurmukhi Devisthan)&nbsp;</h3>Gajur Mukhi&nbsp;is a prominent religious Hindu place located in eastern Nepal. The location is on the shores of the Deumai River, at an altitude of 500 m.&nbsp;It is believed that pilgrims who visit this holy place will be rewarded with a boy, while a voice will be given to the voiceless.Gajur Mukhi Devisthan sits roughly around 40 km from Ilam Bazaar.&nbsp;On the day of&nbsp;Kartik Purnima&nbsp;(November), there is massive Mela (fair) held annually.<h3>9.Choyatar and Hangetham Forests&nbsp;</h3>Hangetham&nbsp;is the location to be for forest protection campaigners and wildlife lovers alike. Constructed on Ilam's north-eastern edge, Hangetham sits at 2,170 m high in the&nbsp;Jamuna&nbsp;VDC. The area is renowned for its changing weather patterns, thick fog, lush trees, and Ilam's spectacular vistas.The forest of Hangetham and&nbsp;Choyatar&nbsp;is well known for housing wildlife such as the red panda, leopard, thar, charibag, black bear, thakthake and rajpankhi.&nbsp;The forest is a natural habitat to birds such as munal, hawk, kandevaccur and many more. The woods are filled with&nbsp;rhododendron, chap,&nbsp;sunakhari, bante, katush, chiraito&nbsp;and other plants.You may also join a Buddhist temple nearby,&nbsp;Naya Bazaar&nbsp;and Thumke, when in Hangetham.&nbsp;<h3>10.Todke Falls (Todke Jharna)</h3>It is Nepal's second-longest waterfall, with an 85 m height. Todke Falls sits about 40 m west from Mai Khola or Mai Beni at an elevation of 1,600 m.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/image-todke-falls.jpg">The place is a massive draw for visitors who come here to take photos of the magnificent waterfall that appears as if it falls out of the heavens.Another waterfall in the region is the&nbsp;Dhappar&nbsp;Todke which is situated in the&nbsp;Mai Majhuwa Dhappar&nbsp;district.There are also other tourism spots in Ilam alongside these areas.&nbsp;Few honorary notices are as follows:&nbsp;<ul><li>Narayansthan&nbsp;</li><li>Bhimsensthan&nbsp;</li><li>Sati Devi Mandir</li><li>Singha Bahini</li></ul>Visit <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hopnepal.com</a> for more information on <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>.

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Rani Mahal is a palace of Rana situated on the&nbsp;banks of the Kali Gandaki River in <a href="https://www.hopnepal.com/about-nepal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nepal</a>'s district of Palpa.&nbsp;General Khadga Samsher Rana JBR&nbsp;built this palace in 1893.Also known as Nepal's Taj Mahal, Rani Mahal was constructed as the token&nbsp;of love for General Khadga Shumsher Jung Bahadur Rana's beloved late wife. Here in this article, we have listed a few things that are necessary to get to Rani Mahal.<h2>How to get to Rani Mahal?</h2>The palace was built between Syangja and Palpa, on the&nbsp;banks of the Kali Gandaki River, in the 19th century.&nbsp;Located at a distance of 13 km from Tansen, the palace looks&nbsp;beautiful sitting at a secluded and peaceful location on a large rock.<h3>Getting to Rani Mahal by Bus</h3>Arriving from Tansen to the&nbsp;Rani Mahal, Palpa is reasonably straightforward.&nbsp;A local bus goes there at 2:00 pm for $1 per person, but you must walk for around 25 minutes.&nbsp;Town hotels&nbsp;have a private jeep.&nbsp;It is not easy, and it is jam-packed with locals&nbsp;from nearby villages, but it was the fastest way to get there.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-gif-maker%20-%202023-08-11T153524.824.webp">Rani Mahal: Riverside Royalty ResidesAt&nbsp;Amar Narayan Temple, you will find&nbsp;the jeeps for 140 rupees ($1.40).&nbsp;They leave about 2:30 pm regularly, but it's best to&nbsp;get there about 2:00 to grab a seat as they fill up early.&nbsp;The same jeep will drive you&nbsp;back at 8:30 am the next morning.&nbsp;The journey is about&nbsp;an hour and a half.On footYou can also reach the Ranighat Palace by hiking along&nbsp;the same path that the jeep follows.&nbsp;The journey is about 2 hours downhill from&nbsp;Tansen and 4 hours uphill on the way out.&nbsp;If you plan to go on foot, hiking&nbsp;here could be worth it and taking the jeep back.<h2>History of Rani Mahal (Ranighat Palace)</h2>General Khadga Samsher Rana was forced to lower his royal titles in&nbsp;1887 and was sent to Palpa-Gauda as Head of Nepal's Western Governor.&nbsp;Khadga Shumsher 's beloved youngest wife Tej Kumari Devi died at Palpa-Gauda in 1892, and within one year Khadga built a palace and named Rani Mahal after his wife.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-optiwebp%20%2823%29.webp">Rani Mahal: Echoes of RoyaltyCredit:fulltimeexplorer.comThe tern Rani Mahal translates into the Queen's Palace in English. The General also called the surrounding forest Rani Ban (Rani forest) and got the Ghats Rani Ghat. In 1902,&nbsp;Khadga Samsher Rana and his family fled to India, leaving Rani Mahal after which the Mahal fell into disrepair.<h2>Architecture of Rani Mahal</h2>Away from the hustle and bustle of the Tansen Bazaar, sitting on the bank of the river with the most&nbsp;glamorous light, a neo-classical art and architecture is the eye-catching palace where every aspect projected the ounce of affection.The woods, the wetlands, the stairwell cases and the banks of&nbsp;the river all reflect Khadga Shumsher 's love for his late wife.&nbsp;Rani Mahal looks beautiful and is regarded as a jewel of Palpa and a perfect example of love.It took the Palace five years to complete&nbsp;as each piece of the building had been studied.&nbsp;In the palace, there are a dozen rooms, lovely pools,&nbsp;a mosque, a splendid garden surrounding the area, guest rooms, a kitchen etc.<h2>Rani Mahal Today</h2>As Khadga Samsher left the palace and fled to India,&nbsp;without any proper owner or caretaker Rani Mahal was left behind.&nbsp;The state of the palace was a concern of Nepal's government and locals alike.&nbsp;<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/ezgif.com-optiwebp%20%2824%29.webp">Rani Mahal: Riverside Royal BeautyCredit:acethehimalyan.comBy the end of the 20th&nbsp;century, Rani Mahal had been practically ruined.&nbsp;Very few tourists had visited the palace,&nbsp;mostly by those most interested in Nepal's history.Currently, Nepal's government has begun a program of renovation and&nbsp;rehabilitation to restore and expand the palace to its original condition.&nbsp;This will not only protect the national heritage resources, but it will also&nbsp;expand the tourist possibilities in the region and result in different projects.

Rani Mahal is a palace of Rana situated on the banks of the Kali Gandaki River in Nepal's district of Palpa. General Khadga Samsher Rana JBR built this palace in 1893.

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Explore the majestic Rani Mahal (Ranighat Palace) in Palpa, Nepal. Uncover the history and architectural marvel of this royal gem.

Rani Mahal (Ranighat Palace) - Palpa, Nepal

Syangja District is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts and is located in Gandaki Province. The district, which has its headquarters in Syangja bazaar (a small town), covers an area of 1,164 km2 (449 sq mi) and has a population of 289,148 people.It is located in a hilly area with elevations ranging from around 300 meters along the banks of the Kaligandaki River to several thousand meters above sea level. It is situated at 28°4'60 North latitude and 83°52'0 East longitude.Waling, Putalibazar, Bhirkot, Chapakot, and Galyang are the district's five municipalities, while Bajhakot, Biruwa, Arjun Chaupari, Harinas, Fedikhola, and Kaligandaki are the district's six village councils.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/MEcNu1705404502-ezgif.com-optiwebp%20%281%29.webp">Syangja: Hills and Rivers HarmonyCredit:nepaltraveller.comSyangja secured millions of dollars in foreign funding under the auspices of the UNDP's South Asia Poverty Alleviation Program (SAPAP) in 1994 and has since become a model for national growth.Syangja's model has been so promising that the Nepalese government has teamed up with SAPAP to expand the project to other districts and transform it into a national development model. At least 200 VDCs(Village Development Councils) in 45 Nepalese districts have started or are working on it.This neighbourhood is home to people of various ethnicities. Brahmin, Gurung, Chetri, and Magar are the main ethnic groups.The Kali Gandaki A Hydropower Dam, situated on the Kali Gandaki River in Krishnagandaki Gaunpalika, is the country's largest hydropower plant. The plant's optimum capacity is 144 MW.<h2>People and Places of Syangja District</h2>This district is home to residents of many different ethnicities. Brahmins, Kshetris, Gurungs, Magars, and others make up the primary classes. The representation of Brahmin and Chhetri (Kshetriya) in government employment and the Indian army is well-known. Gurungs and Magars are well-known for their service in the British Army Gurkhas and the Indian Military."When you go to Syangja and strike a house with a stone at random, the house must belong to Section-Officer," says a familiar saying.<h3>Places of Syangja</h3>Syanga district headquarters are located in Syangja bazaar. Satahun Chandi, Chhangchhangdi, Manakamana, Alamdevi, Bhirkot Durbar, Gahraukalika, Nuwakot Durbar, and Ridi Ruru Kshetra on the banks of the Kaligandaki river are some historical sites in this district.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/laoqu1705404882-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp">Syangja: Nature's Tranquil BeautyCredit:mapcarta.comThe Swasthani Vrata-Katha, which is known to be a part of the Skanda Purana, mentions Chhangchhangdi (Chaya-kshetra) as the last organ of the dead Satidevi collapsed when Lord Shiva was bearing her.Putalibazar municipality is on the eastern side, while Waling municipality is on the western side of Syangja, and the newly created Chapakot municipality is on the east-south side. Waling is a long valley that runs parallel to the Aandhikhola river. According to tradition, the Aandhikhola river is said to have arisen from Shravan's tears in the Ramayana.Ramkosh is Syangja's most extensive valley. Hiking opportunities include Chandithaan, a Devi shrine, and Hunikot, a viewpoint overlooking Putalibazar.<h2>How can you reach Syangja District?</h2>After the completion of the Siddhartha Highway, Syangja was linked to Pokhara and Bhairahawa, two of Western Nepal's most important towns. The highway joins the district from Kubhinde in the north and exits from Ramdi in the Palpa district in the south.<h2>Climatic Zones of Syangja</h2>Syangja is divided into two major climatic zones. They are:<ul><li>Upper Tropical</li><li>Subtropical</li></ul><h2>Effect of 2015's Earthquake on Syangja</h2>On April 25, 2015, the district was struck by an earthquake. At least one home was completely demolished.<h2>Hydroelectricity Production of Syangja</h2>With a capacity of 144 MW, the Kaligandaki A Hydroelectric Power Station is Nepal's largest hydroelectric plant. Aadhikhola hydroelectric and other smaller hydroelectric projects have been started in this district, in addition to the Kaligandaki A.<img src="https://booking-manager-api-hop-nepal.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/file-manager/page/A72iU1705405192-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp">Kali Gandaki: River's Serpentine JourneyCredit:localguidesconnect.comSyangja is amongst the few districts in Nepal that does not experience load-shedding or planned power outages. The rest of the country experiences hours of load-shedding every day.<h2>Places to Visit in Syangja District</h2><h3>Bhalu Pahad</h3>It's a small hill station that the Siddartha Highway connects. It is a famous spot for picnic-goers and sightsing.Being at a lower elevation surrounded by a river, it provides a unique sight for the tourists.<h3>Chandikalika Temple</h3>Devotees crowd this temple during the Dashain festival. Besides being a place of worship, it offers spectacular panoramic views of Mt Annapurna and of the surrounding landscapes made by the Aadhikhola. The temple is better known as the gateway to Sirubari.<h3>Sirubari</h3>This village is known as the foremost cultural village of Nepal. Sirubari is known for its homestays and houses of the local residents transformed into teahouses and lodges which specialize in regional cuisines.Sirubari consists of houses and pathways that are paved with stones, which provide an insight into the ancient Gurung culture.<h3>Sworek Hill</h3>Sworek Hill provides an excellent landscape for adrenaline-filled activities like mountain biking and paragliding. It is a beautiful place for visitors willing to take spectacular photos of the Aadhikhola basin.

Syangja District is one of Nepal's seventy-seven districts and is located in Gandaki Province. The district, which has its headquarters in Syangja bazaar (a small town), covers an area of 1,164 km2 (449 sq mi) and has a population of 289,148 people. It is located in a hilly area with elevations ranging from around 300 meters along the banks of the Kaligandaki River to several thousand meters above sea level. It is situated at 28°4'60 North latitude and 83°52'0 East longitude.

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