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One Day in Makwanpur


I cannot, for the life of me, emphasize enough on how one district singlehandedly is blessed so much naturally! I’m not even kidding. Usually I play out a one day itinerary for the places that I post on my blog, but for makwanpur, you might need a whole day to visit a particular place. So I’m going to make an exception: here’s a list of places you might want to visit in Makwanpur. You can plan a whole day to visit there; that would still make it one day in makwanpur: wink wink. Hey don’t look me like that, it’s not my fault Makwanpur is so awesome with beautiful places that might take you some time.

Kulekhani Dam
The ever famous Kulekhani dam might take you a few hours to get, depending on the route you take from Kathmandu. The dam is serene to look at, and a pleasure no doubt. If you want, you could go boating there, the surroundings are more than inviting!

Markhu
If you are all set up for boating, but Kulekhani dam just does not seem to do it for you, only a few miles ahead, you can reach Markhu. Markhu is another heaven in Makwanpur: picnic spots, green land and an inviting place to boat with your loved ones with hills surrounding you. Could you ask for more? Of course: food! How could I forget? There are more than a few places that offer delicious fish dishes. And I mean really: if you come to Markhu and don’t have fish curry, did you really come to Markhu at all? Too filmy? All right. That being said, here is great news for people who want to stay over at Markhu: there’s a new lodge open right on the edge.
 

Chitlang
Okay rephrase: perhaps you could visit these three places of Makwanpur in one day, if you’re up for it: Kulekhani dam, Markhu and Chitlang. There is no way you have not heard about Chitlang yet. A few kilometres ahead of Markhu; it is one of the most famous destinations here. Besides its surreal environment and snuggliness in the lap of hills, Chitlang is just a blessed place to be in. And of course, you cannot miss the Chitlang Organic Village; another place to hit the night with your friends at Makwanpur.

Sisneri
If you love swimming and if you’re sick of the crowded swimming pools in the valley, give swimming a go at Sisneri: the natural swimming pool. It will give swimming in the wilderness a whole new meaning. I told you Makwanpur is just naturally blessed. 


Daman
About 77 km away from Kathmandu and at a height of 2270 m, Daman is perfect for a weekend getaway and to catch a snowball fight when it’s that time of the year. The Everest Panaroma Resort gives you an exceptional experience to stay at Daman. You can catch a great view from the Daman tower and take a walk down to the Risheswor Mahadev temple.

MakwanpurGadhi
As much as hear about Sindhuligadhi: hell there’s even a song after that place, we might not hear as much often about Makwanpurgadhi. But it’s there alright. A little further from Hetauda: about 17 km, this fort takes a massive space. It holds historical importance. Although in a fairly ruined state, she still stands for people to see.

Hetauda Bazar
Hetauda, a place popular for its industrial state, Hetauda has many things to offer. Hetauda is the headquarter of Makwanpur. You know what? You could go as far as Hetauda and then spend a full-fledged day there because there are that many things to do. Set 76 Km away from Kathmandu (that being the shortest route), Hetauda is a wonder in itself. With Sahid Smarak Park, Parsa Wild Life Reserve, Gumba danda, Narayani Mall, Manakamana temple, Hetauda will take up your day.

Sahi Smarak Park


Gumba danda

Manakamana temple
So, go ahead, choose which ever part of Makwanpur you want to head towards and spend an awesome day there. I promise you, the journey, despite being long, will be worth it.

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