Syarpu lake allures domestic tourists

By Raju Lamichhane, Rukum( West), Aug 13: The eye-catching Syarpu Lake, a main touristic destination of the Rukum (West) district has allured many tourists with its magnetic beauty.

The Syarpu Lake which covered 2.6 square kilometres in wards 3 and 4 of the Banphikot Rural Municipality become further alluring in the rainy season as it is filled with blue waters.

Tulasha Malla, Secretary of the Syarpu Lake Homestay Operation Association said that domestic tourists have been visiting Syarpu Lake for enjoying boat rides, blue waters, and relish delicious fish cuisine.

She said," There is an influx of people visiting the lake during festivals and hospitals. The six boats in the lake are packed with people during festivals, while, 25-30 internal tourists visit Syarpu Lake on normal days."

Gopal KC, a local said that Syarpu Lake is oozing youth, and is attracting many youngsters.

He said that a lake that looks like an adorned bride attracts the tourist with its smell.

It is said that there is an increase in the number of people riding boats, swimming, and clicking pictures and videos.