Koshi Province, Province with Hindu temples and Mount Everest in eastern Nepal.
Description
Koshi Province is an eastern region in Nepal that extends from high Himalayan peaks to subtropical lowland plains. The area transitions from alpine mountain zones to fertile valleys, with several protected natural areas throughout.
History
The province takes its name from the Koshi River, which appears in ancient Hindu texts like the Rigveda and Mahabharata. This river has long shaped human settlement and cultural development throughout the eastern region.
Culture
Multiple ethnic communities including Chhetri, Brahmin, Rai, and Limbu groups maintain distinct traditions visible in local festivals and religious practices throughout the region. You can see these cultural differences reflected in the way people dress, celebrate, and worship in different parts of the province.
Practical
The region contains several protected areas like Sagarmatha National Park and Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, which are accessible partly by domestic flights. It helps to prepare for changing altitudes and climates when planning a visit to different parts of the province.
Did you know?
The province spans an extreme range of elevations, from Nepal's highest point to its lowest flatland areas. These dramatic differences create completely different ecosystems and living conditions within a relatively small area.
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Chinnamasta Bhagawati
58.2 km
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve
33.2 km
Budhasubba
17.4 km
Arjundhara Dham
63.3 km
Namaste Falls
22.8 km
Khuwalung
32 km
Dantakali Temple
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87.2 km
Bhagwati Temple
44.2 km
Kankalini Temple
43.1 km
Rajdevi Temple
59.9 km
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Pindeshwor Temple
16.8 km
Bishnupaduka, Dharan
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Chataradham
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Dakneshwori Temple
73.1 km
Manakamana Temple
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Pananchery Mudikkode Shiva Temple
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Todke waterfall
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Kotihome
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Jamunkhadi Simsar
21.3 km
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61.4 km
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