Overview
Located at an altitude of 3842m above the sea level and 150 kilometers away from Kathmandu, Kalinchowk is a quick city escape which lies in Dolakaha district, Kalinchowk VDC.
Kalinchowk, being one of the most visited local destinations in the winter. For people who want to experience snowfall, high altitude, sightseeing and light adventures with less effort, this is the perfect option. In addition to that, it is also famous spiritual or pilgrimage site for Hindus & Buddhist.
Dolakha Bhimsen-The famous temple Bhimeshwor temple is located in Dolakha Bazar of Dolakha district. The main statue of this temple is god Bhim. Bhimsen or Bhimeshwor or Bhim of Dolakha is noted as one of the most populer throughout the country. He is the second prince of panch pandav and notably worshiped by the traders or merchandizers as their will god. In Dolakha under the roofless temple, the idol of Bhim Sen is like a triangular in shape and rough stone.
Charikot Bazar: Dolakha
132 Km from Kathmandu, Charikot provides a spectacular mountain views including Gauri Shanker.
Sukute- There is popular Sukute beach to stay for a while, while going or coming for your lunch. Geographically set amidst pristine hamlets & lush green terraced hillsides, the Sukute beach ar Bhotekoshi riverside is a wonderful destination to while away your time in the early parts of spring or the beginning of autumn into winter.
Kalinchowk Cable Car Service
Kalinchowk Cable Car Service is third in the country and takes us from Kuri to Kalinchowk within 5 minutes. With the addition of cable car service here in Kalinchowk, the journey is much easier. Each gondola can carry ten persons, and the per head cost for the ride is Nrs 500.
Kalinchowk Cable Ticket Price (NPR)
Nepali Adult- 500
Students with ID- 375
Older citizen- 375
Disabled- 375
Foreigner- 1000
Child below three years – Free
Road condition to Kalinchowk is good as 80 km of the total of 150km is blacktopped and rest 70 km is off-road but with a smooth ride experience. Upon reaching Kalinchwok, we stay in Kuri village for the night and go to the shrine for pooja and rituals. Then, we come back to Kuri for breakfast.
Kalinchowk is not the place only to seek inner peace and spiritual satisfaction, but if you travel here in Spring, you will have a rewarding view of Mt. Gaurishakar(7,181m). Kalinchowk resembles the icy beauty that of Switzerland, and all the beauty comes with the shrine. The Autumn season also has the best view of Kalinchowk and its settings.
You can extend your tour to Kalinchowk with a trip to Dolakha Bhimsen too. Kalinchowk undoubtedly is one of the best destinations for couples and other groups. So, please plan a honeymoon trip to Kalinchowk.