Fikkal (Ilam), March 18 : The Terhakune Wetlands area localted at the confluence of ward nos. 1 and 3 of Mai Municipality is gaining popularity as a destination for domestic tourists.
The number of tourists from Ilam,
Jhapa, Morang and other districts is increasing following the development of
infrastructure in Terhakune wetlands area, said Karsingh Rai, Chair of the
Wetland Protection Committee.
The committee has arranged for two
boats in the Terhakune pond, which is also becoming a source of attraction for
the visiting guests.
Local resident Parbat Rai said that
hundreds of domestic tourists come daily to see the Tehrakune wetlands
including pond and natural scenery. "On Saturdays and other public
holidays, there is a crowd of tourists, including those coming for a
picnic," said Rai.
Transportation has become easier
with the expansion of the road leading to Terhakune wetlands, located 34 kms
south of Ilam headquarters.
The wetland area is spread over an
around of 300 ropani including the pond area that around 100 ropani. The
surrounding greenery, hills and forests have added to the beauty of the
pond. (RSS)