Ilam's Maipokhari Attracts Tourists with Religious Significance and Biodiversity
Summary
Maipokhari in Ilam is attracting many tourists due to its religious significance and rich biodiversity, supported by annual multireligious festivals and expanding local tourism infrastructure.
Key Points
- Maipokhari at 2100 meters altitude in Ilam is a religious and ecological tourist destination attracting many visitors daily.
- The site is recognized for its biodiversity, including unique plant and animal species exclusive to Nepal.
- An annual Maipokhari Multireligious Festival is held to promote it as a religious pilgrimage and tourist site.
- Local tourism, including hotels and homestays, is growing due to increasing accessibility and influx of visitors.
