Bandipur access corridor (बन्दीपुर पहुँच करिडोर)
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Province 4 · Gandaki
Tanahun (तनहुँ)
District headquarters: Damauli
road-trip districtheritageriver valleys
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Population
321,153
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Area
1,546 km²
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Reference elevation
700 m
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Density
208/km²
Last updated August 26, 2026
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Damauli
Damauli is the administrative headquarters of the district and a useful reference point for planning local travel.
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Choose your season carefully
October-April is generally comfortable, with spring especially good for green hill walks.
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Damauli and the Prithvi Highway corridor provide excellent road connectivity. Many sites are reachable as short detours from the main highway. Exact transport schedules, road conditions, domestic flight operations and permit rules should be checked shortly before travel because these can change.
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Tanahun (तनहुँ) Overview
Tanahun is a culturally rich hill district in Gandaki Province, famous as the birthplace of Adikavi Bhanubhakta Acharya, who translated the Ramayana into Nepali, creating a foundation for the modern Nepali language. The district is home to the hilltop Newar town of Bandipur, a preserved medieval trading town and one of Nepal's most charming heritage destinations. Tanahun's diverse geography includes the Seti River gorge, subtropical lowlands, and the Himalayan foothills. The district is predominantly inhabited by Magar, Gurung, Newar, and Brahmin-Chhetri communities, with strong Gurkha traditions and remittance-driven economy. The proposed Seti River Hydropower Project and the Middle Marsyangdi Hydropower Plant contribute to the energy sector. Damauli, the headquarters, is a growing commercial center on the Prithvi Highway. Agriculture, tourism (especially Bandipur), and remittances are key economic activities, with Bandipur emerging as a model heritage tourism destination.
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Location & Map
Coordinates
27.91670, 84.28330
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Places to Visit
Damauli (दमौली)
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Siddha Gufa area (सिद्ध गुफा क्षेत्र)
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Byas and Seti river landscapes (व्यास तथा सेती नदीका भू-दृश्यहरू)
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Experiences
Things to Do
Explore the beautifully preserved 18th-century Newar architecture in Bandipur, explore the massive Siddha Gufa, see the confluence of Seti and Madi rivers in Damauli, and taste Bandipur's local sweets and hill food.
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How to Get There
Damauli and the Prithvi Highway corridor provide excellent road connectivity. Many sites are reachable as short detours from the main highway. Exact transport schedules, road conditions, domestic flight operations and permit rules should be checked shortly before travel because these can change.
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Best Time to Visit
October-April is generally comfortable, with spring especially good for green hill walks.
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Nearby Attractions
Kaski, Lamjung, Gorkha, Chitwan, Nawalpur, Syangja (neighboring districts / route ideas)
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Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tanahun (तनहुँ) District?
Tanahun (तनहुँ) District is in Gandaki. The district headquarters is Damauli.
What is Tanahun (तनहुँ) District known for?
Tanahun (तनहुँ) is highlighted for road-trip district, heritage, river valleys, along with its local landscapes, communities, culture, and places to explore.
How do I get to Tanahun (तनहुँ) District?
Damauli and the Prithvi Highway corridor provide excellent road connectivity. Many sites are reachable as short detours from the main highway. Exact transport schedules, road conditions, domestic flight operations and permit rules should be checked shortly before travel because these can change.
When is the best time to visit Tanahun (तनहुँ) District?
October-April is generally comfortable, with spring especially good for green hill walks.
Does Tanahun (तनहुँ) District have a map?
Yes. The Location & Map section provides available map information and, where available, an interactive map or external map link.
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