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Dolakha in brief
1.An introduction to "Dolakha"
Dolakha is a mountaionous District of Janakpur Zone in the
central Development Region.situated at a distance of 132 km
.From the capital of the Kingdom-Kathmandu .The district headquarter
of Dolakha is "Charikot".Siali, the lowest part of
the district is 732 meter above sea level whereas the highest
part Mt.Gauri shankar is 7134 meter above sea level .Dolakha
extends from north to east consisting of 51VDCs and 1muncipality
.Dolakha is an attractive tourist destination and the people
of Dolakha are eager to welcome tourist in their district.
2. Historical Background of Dolakha
Dolakha is also important from historical perspective.The district
encompasses the history of both the Kirat and the Lichehhavi
period. It is believed that the King of Dolakha Jaya Indra Sing
Dev was the first ruler to have introduced coins in Nepal. It
is mentioned in history that he ruled from B.S. 1591 to 1605.
3. Beding - The home of Everest conquerors
Beding village is located in Ward No.1of Gauri Shankar VDC.The
village is inhabited by the sherpas only and the prime source
of their livelihood is climbing mountains.Sherpas are world
famous mountainers,capable of climbing mountains without formal
education and training.More than 29 people of the village have
already scaled Mt.Everest .Visit this matchless picturesque
village of the mountaineers and interact with the legendary
Sherpas.
4.Temba Tsheri-Snow boy of Dolakha
Temba Tsheri Sherpa,16,resident of Gauri Shankar VDC Ward NO.5,Tashinam
village,scaked Mt.Everest on May 24,2001,setting the new world
record as the youngest climber .This young Sherpa boy is not
only the pride of Dolakha,but the country as well.Let's congratulate
this brave boy for this extraordinary courage and feat.
5. Tsho Rolpa Glacier Lake
The world famous Glacier Lake "Tsho Ropla" is also
situated in the vally of Rolwaling of Gauri Shankar VDC.Ward
No.1.Situated at an altitude 4500 meter,this proglacial lake
is also the country.Rolwaling is the destination for adventure
seekers.
6.Jiri-Gateway to Everest
Jiri Valley of Dolakha lies at a distance of 188 km.northeast
off Kathmandu and 56km.off the district headquarter.Swiss tourists
have compared this valley with Switzerland.The valley has its
own importance being the gateway to Mt.Everest.
7. Mt.Gauri Shankar
The 7,134 meter high Gauri Shankar Himal is located in Rolwaling
area of Dolakha.The standard time of Nepal is measured from
this place.Mt.Gauri Shankar symbolizes Lord Shiva and his consort
Parvati, the protector deities of the Hindus. The peak is not
open for climbing.
8.Thrill in the River Tamakoshi
Tamakoshi River is best suited for rafting and other adventure
activities.
9. Innumerable Places for Trekking & sightseeing
Dolakha offers innumerable attraction for both short and long
trek.Green hills,villages,river & rivulets, lakes &
glaciers, the valley, mountains etc. Of Dolakha make it one
of the most attractive tourist destination in Nepal.
10.Tashi Monastery
Tashi Monastery, located in Bigu VDC, is renowned as an institute
for Buddhist nuns(also known as "Aani")
11. A Unique Settlement of Various Ethnic Groups
Dolakha is hone to various ethnic groups such as Jirel and
Surel which is not found in other districts. This fact could
be an interesting subject for sociological research and special
interest tourist.
12. Dolakha Bhimsen(Bhimeshwor)
Also known as "One Icon. Three Incarnations" the
temple of Lord Bhimsen, the deity with boundless power, is situated
in the historical town of Dolakha (Avayapur).
13.Traditional Craft & Technology
Traditionally people of Dolakha have engaged in different
cottage industries.Dolakha is famous for its traditional craft
& technology, especially Thanka paintings, production of
cheese,radi(carpets),allo(himalayan nettle), bamboo goods &
woodcraft etc.
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