Miruwa

Miruwa () is the administrative name for Ward Number 2 of Pokhara Metropolitan City in Kaski District, Nepal. It serves as a major cultural and historic gateway to the city's old urban core.

Geography

Miruwa is centrally located in the northern part of Pokhara. It serves as a vital junction connecting the ancient trade routes of the valley. It is bordered by:

• Ward No. 1 (Bagar) to the north and east.
• Ward No. 4 (Gairapatan) to the south
• Ward No. 3 (Nadipur) to the east.
• Ward No. 18 (Sarangkot) to the west and south.

The ward contains several historic neighbourhoods (Toles) including Mohariya Tole, Bhairab Tole, and Bhimsen Tole

Notable Landmarks

• Bindhyabasini Temple: The most famous Hindu temple in Pokhara, situated on a small hillock within this ward. It is a major center for worship and tourism.
• Old Bazaar: A portion of Pokhara's traditional marketplace, featuring Newari-style architecture, starts within the boundaries of Miruwa.

Administration

As a metropolitan ward, Miruwa is governed by a Ward Committee led by an elected Ward Chair. The ward office handles local infrastructure, vital registration, and community development.

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