Mai Pokhari , Darjeeling
About Mai Pokhari
The famous star shaped lake, Mai Pokhari is a wetland in the Ilam district of Nepal. It has nine corners, which is believed to be paying a tribute to nine different Gods. It is a pilgrimage site for both the Hindus and the Buddhists and is considered to be a sacred place among the local population.
The Mai Pokhari is known for the lush greenery surrounding which provides a perfect place for boating and fishing. It houses a rare variety of flora and fauna like orchid, porcupine, etc. Near to it is the Maipokhari Botanical Gardens which has a rock garden, and orchid house, a green house and a wide range of plants collected from different regions of Nepal.
One interesting thing associated to this place is the plain of the martyrs who died at this spot during the agitation of 1961. The serenity and the greenery is enough to leave you spell bound. As with all the lakes of Nepal this place also provides a beautiful view of the snow-capped mountains surrounding it which is sure to leave you mesmerized.
Many varieties of floral and faunal species can be found at the Mai Pokhari like the white-rumped vulture, leopard cat, goldfish, water lily, etc. Excited much?!
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Places to Visit near Mai Pokhari
Ilam, Nepal, Mechi
15.5 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Ilam is to Nepal what Darjeeling is to India - Home to finest tea production in the country and a beautiful hilly region. Ilam has many tea...
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Hyatung Falls, Karnali
*25.9 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Hyatung Falls is the highest fall in Nepal. The Hyatung falls has an elevation about 365 meters. According to a statement in Nepali Times, the...
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Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim
*44.4 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Khangchendzonga National Park (previously named Kanchenjunga National Park) is located in Sikkim, and named after 8,586 mts. tall Mt....
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Goecha La, Sikkim
*44.5 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Goecha La is a high mountain pass and a popular trekking destination in Sikkim. The trek begins in Yuksom, a quaint hill station where you should...
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Sandakphu, West Bengal
62.2 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Sandakfu or Sandakphu at 3780 mts. / 12,400 ft is the highest peak in West Bengal, located at the edge of the Singalila National Park in...
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Makalu Barun National Park, Koshi
*68 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Established in 1992 and covering over an area of 1500 km per square, Makalu Barun National Park has registered itself into the 'sacred Himalayan...
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Torsa Strict Nature Reserve, Western Zone
*72.4 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
The Toorsa Reserve covers an extensive area of about six hundred square kilometer, occupying majority of the Haa District. It shares international...
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Sumendu Lake, West Bengal
75.3 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Sumendu Lake is located in the picturesque town of Mirik, which is gaining popularity for its climate, natural scenery and easy accessibility....
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Mirik, West Bengal
76.6 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Mirik is an immeasurably stunning tourist location nestled midst the foggy knolls of the Darjeeling District. The picturesque town of Mirik is...
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Hongu Valley, Nepal, Koshi
*83.4 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
Guarded by high passes Hongu Valley is the most surreal place. But to reach here one needs a lot more than just the will. It requires commitment,...
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Batasiya Loop & War Memorial, West Bengal
85.4 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
A point in the legendary toy train journey, this is a place where the railway track takes a loop over itself through a tunnel and takes a sudden...
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Senchal Lake, West Bengal
86.2 km from Mai Pokhari - See map
At 2487m, a part of Senchal wild life sanctuary this is yet another scenic spot apt for picnics which can be reached via Ghoom and JoreBunglow....
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