Panch Pokhari

Five high-altitude lakes rest at 4,100 meters in the central Himalayan region, surrounded by snow-covered peaks of the Jugal Himal range.

The Government of Nepal recognized the significance of these lakes by issuing a commemorative postal stamp in 2011 to promote their natural heritage.

During the Janai Purnima festival in August, Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims gather at the lakes to perform religious ceremonies and change their sacred threads.

Two main trails lead to the lakes: one from Sano Okhareni through Chautara and another from Bhotang via Melamchi, requiring 5 to 10 days of trekking.

The lakes form the ninth highest altitude wetland system globally, supporting rare mountain wildlife and plants adapted to extreme conditions.

Location: Sindhupalchowk District

Elevation above the sea: 4,100 m

Address: 2PR8+QJ5, Golche, Nepal

GPS coordinates: 28.04200,85.71600

Latest update: March 9, 2025 22:34