Village Tourism Mart opens in Bandipur; next edition to move to Gorkha
Summary
The Village Tourism Mart 2026 was inaugurated in Bandipur, Tanahun, attracting domestic and international tourism entrepreneurs and homestay operators to promote Nepal's rural tourism. The next edition will be held in Gorkha, aiming to boost its visibility as a tourism destination.
Key Points
- Village Tourism Mart 2026 was inaugurated in Bandipur, Tanahun, attracting tourism entrepreneurs and homestay operators from Gandaki Province.
- The event introduced a unique safari-style rural exploration visiting community homestays in Rumsi and Ramkot.
- Minister Yashoda Rimal emphasized the role of tourism in strengthening rural economies under federalism.
- Gorkha Municipality was announced as the host for the next Village Tourism Mart to restore its visibility as a tourism destination.
