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Dang District, Administrative district in Lumbini Province, Nepal

Dang District spans 2,955 square kilometers within the Inner Terai region, containing two parallel valleys bordered by the Sivalik Hills and Mahabharata Range.

Archaeological findings in Dang District reveal ancient fossils of apes and early humans, contributing to scientific understanding of human evolution in Nepal.

The Tharu people maintain traditional lifestyles in Dang Valley, while numerous temples connected to Hindu mythology demonstrate the religious significance of this region.

The district headquarters at Ghorahi functions as Nepal's seventh largest city, offering transportation networks through extensive road systems and an airport.

Nepal Sanskrit University, the country's sole Sanskrit institution, operates in Dang District, making it a central location for Sanskrit language education.

Location: Rapti Zone

Location: Lumbini Province

Capital city: Ghorahi

Website: https://ddcdang.gov.np

GPS coordinates: 28.00000,82.26667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:42

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