Pharping Hydro Power Project, Hydroelectric power station in Nepal

Pharping Hydro Power Project is a hydroelectric power station in Pharping, Nepal. It sits beside a small river and uses a simple channel to send water to the turbines, with a low building and a short penstock visible from the road.

Built in the early 20th century, this plant was one of the first hydroelectric projects in Nepal. It was later upgraded and still produces power for the surrounding area.

Local people often point out the station as a starting point for walks along the river, and the channel is used by farmers to water small plots nearby. The low building and the sound of moving water make it a familiar landmark in the area.

The site is easy to reach on foot from the main road in Pharping, and the paths around it are mostly flat. Visitors can walk along the channel and see the outside structures, but the inner workings are not open to the public.

The plant is among the oldest hydroelectric stations in the country and has been running for over a hundred years. Its original equipment, including some early turbines, can still be seen on a guided visit arranged in advance.