Kulekhani Dam is the one of the most famous Dam which is 47km southwest away far from Kathmandu. Kulekhani Dam is also known as Indrasarobar. It is an artificial lake made for hydropower. It is more famous because of their beautiful nature, cultural heritage and peaceful environment. We can see everywhere greenery forest. It is a famous spot for fishing boating and picnicking. We can do boating and picnicking in there and enjoy our day with beautiful nature.
We can go there by bus, bike and jeep. It takes almost 4 to 5 hours from Kathmandu via Thankot and to Pharping and we will reach Kulekhani. But in public transport we have to take bus from Balkhu towards Hetauda and get in Kulekhani.
The main attraction is the Indrasarobar Dam, it is an artificial lake created for hydropower to make electricity. Kulekhani have a peaceful surroundings where we can enjoy alot. There are many hills which is surrounded by forest and we can see the greenery everywhere that makes our heartbeat fast. In Kulekhani the crystal-clear waters make Kulekhani a relaxing escape. But it is less crowded spot than other spot.
We can boating their on the reservior like local paddle boats. There is also speedboats available and we can fishing there. We can enjoy the local traditional food. There are lots of hiking hills and villages where we can hikking in Markhu and Chitlang. We can camping by the lake. We can shots pictures of sunrise and sunset views.
There are many villages where we can go. Markhu village is one of the most beautiful village where most of the people go there while they travel to kulekhani. There is a charming lakeside stop with lots of traditional homes and local food. Chitlang is another famous village for visits. We can short hike chitlang’s people make goat cheese which you can try it and there is a peaceful homestays. Chandragiri Hills is another village where we can visits and it often combined in a single-day and overnight trip.
Most of the people eats simple Nepali meals like dal, bhat, sukuti, tarkari, aachar, etc. There is a few homestays and lodges in Markhu nearby Chitlang. And we have lots of time to spends there. We can see a bamboo cottage and we can stay there.
The best time to visit in Kulekhani is September, October, November, March and May. We can see the greenery everywhere. There is a off-road so we can enjoy to travel in these months.
Some pictures of Kulekhani
Early in the morning we drive from Kathmandu to Khulekhani and Staying the night in Khulekhani.
After having lunch drive back to Kathmandu.
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