Gundruk
Village situated at the top of the hill on Sunkoshi river Bank in
north central Nepal, is an exotic pristine village endowed with an
unparallel scenic grandeur and a home to typical Nepelese cultural
food product Gundruk. Gundruk is particularly popular in Nepal.
Gundruk is obtained from the fermentation of leafy vegetables. It is
served as a side dish with the main meal and is also used as an
appetizer. Gundruk is an important source of minerals particularly
during the off-season when the diet consists of mostly starchy tubers
and maize which tend to be low in minerals.
Repository of
a unique culture Gundruk Village is a true microcosm of stunning
natural beauty mixed with an unspoiled lifestyle. Gundruk Village is
a beautiful village heading towards development with a concept of
eco-tourism. It lies at north of Sindhupalchok district in the close
proximity of GundrukVillage at the top of Chuli Peak at an altitude
of 2000 meters. GundrukVillage are mainly Kshetri and Tamang
settlements; they nestle amidst high hills, rivers, streams,
waterfalls and green forests. These places command a superb
breathtaking view.
The
approach to Gundruk Village is a wonderful experience in itself as it
goes crossing over the Indrawati, Sunkoshi, Bhotekoshi rivers;
passing through rhododendrons blossoming along the way amidst the
chirping of birds and wild insects. The Hiking route passes through
high hill peaks and villages and impressive waterfalls. Nearby
TamaKhani (Copper mine used by ancestor to extract the Copper ) and
Khagre Cave add new dimension to these attractions. Activities around
this village including bird watching at Talangyo lake, and visitors
to the Bhatte Durga temple, Lamochhago fall, Khgre cave and the Chuli
Peak.
Gundruk
Village is
model villages for experiencing the typical culture and lifestyle of
the Rural Nepali people. Traditional customs are still followed
during births, deaths, marriages and at other important times in a
person`s life. Age-old cultural dances like the Jhyaure, Serka,
Dohori, Krishna Charitra and Jhakri are performed on various
occasions accompanied by different musical instruments with the
dancers in traditional dress.
Visitors
to Gunndruk Village are welcomed with offering of garlands and tika
while music and dances are performed and traditional farewell songs
are sung when guests depart. Nepali New Year and Buddha Jayanti are
celebrated with traditional dance. The people of
GundrukVillage keep goats and buffalo. Ironsmiths make different iron
products. Craftsmen produce a whole range of different products from
bamboo.
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