Ghorahi
Nepal · Province 5NP
Place in Lumbini, Nepal
Ghorahi is the largest sub-metropolitan city by area and population of Lumbini Province. The city lies in Lumbini Province in the Mid-Western part of Nepal. It is the largest city of Dang Deukhuri District of southwest Nepal. Located in the Inner Terai region, it lies 413 kilometres (257 mi) south-west of Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, and is one of the Counter Magnets being developed as an alternative centre of growth to help ease the migration and population explosion in the Kathmandu metropolitan area. It is the largest city of the Rapti Zone and is surrounded by the Sivalik Hills to the south and Mahabharata Range to the north.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 156,164
- Coordinates
- 28.046, 82.488
- Timezone
- Asia/Kathmandu
- Elevation
- 701 m
Overview of Ghorahi
Ghorahi is a compact city in Province 5, Nepal. With 156,164 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The altitude here is around 701 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Visitors mostly come here for culture and nature. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Ghorahi
Culture in Ghorahi
(1)The culture shortlist for Ghorahi: Mines. All of it is drawn from Ghorahi's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Nature in Ghorahi
(1)For nature, expect Geological Formations. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Ghorahi.
Getting there & around
Expect a regional connection into Ghorahi, then short distances on foot. Ghorahi runs on Asia/Kathmandu time.
Similar destinations
Places near Ghorahi that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ghorahi known for?
- In Province 5, Nepal, Ghorahi stands out for culture and nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 156,164-strong destination.
- What can you do in Ghorahi?
- Options in Ghorahi run to Mines and Geological Formations — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Ghorahi located?
- You will find Ghorahi in Province 5, Nepal. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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