Winter vacation travel destination: Ilam (photos)
Typically busy with their routines, many locals take this season as an opportunity to explore various destinations.
KATHMANDU: With the onset of winter, tourist destinations across the country witness an influx of domestic visitors.
Typically busy with their routines, many locals take this season as an opportunity to explore various destinations.
The holiday season in schools and offices further encourages people to make the most of their time by traveling. The weather during this time also adds to the charm, making it ideal for tourism.
In recent years, places like Manang, Mustang, Kalinchowk, Pokhara, Lumbini, and Ghandruk have emerged as the top choices for tourists. Similarly, Ilam is steadily gaining popularity as a prime winter destination.
Ilam is not just known as the birthplace of tea but is also famous for its cash crops like milk, cardamom, broom grass, ginger, and the unique Akabare chili.
Popular tourist and religious attractions in Ilam include Sri Antu, Kalpokhari, Maipokhari, Kanyam Tea Garden, Siddhithumka, Sano Pathibhara, Gajurmukhi, Maithan, and Satidevi. These sites offer breathtaking views and cultural significance, drawing visitors year-round.
The region also boasts excellent facilities for accommodation, with numerous hotels, resorts, and homestays catering to tourists’ needs.
-Tenzing Dolma Tamang
