Valleys of Nepal

The valleys of Nepal () are situated in three physiographic regions: Terai, Hilly, and Himal. As Nepal is landlocked by India on three sides and China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north, much of its population is concentrated in valleys and lowlands.

List

A

• Arun Valley

B

• Barun Valley

C

• Chitwan Valley

D

• Dang Valley {Inner Terai Valleys of Nepal}
• Dho Valley
• Deukhuri Valley

I

• Inner Terai Valleys of Nepal

J

Jogbudha Valley

K

• Kamala Valley
• Kathmandu Valley
• Khaptad Valley
• Khumbu Valley

L

• Langtang Valley
• Limi Valley

M

• Manang Valley

N

• Namche Valley

P

• Pokhara Valley
• Pyuthan Valley
• Poon Valley
• Panchkhal Valley

S

• Sinja Valley
• Surkhet Valley

R

• Ripuk Valley
• Rolwaling Valley

T

• Tsum Valley

Panchkhal Valley

Panchkhal Valley is located in Bagmati Province, Kavrepalanchok District of Nepal.

Geographic Location

• About 35 km east of Kathmandu Valley.
• Elevation ranges from 850 m to 1,100 m above sea level.
• Major settlements include Panchkhal Municipality, Tamaghat, and areas near Dhulikhel.

Features

• Fertile agricultural land: The valley is famous for rice, vegetables, and fruit production.
• Irrigation system: Traditional irrigation practices are still in use.
• Historical importance: In the past, it was called the “granary of rice”.
• Natural beauty: Offers views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Gosaikunda, and other Himalayan ranges.

Tourism Attractions

• Homestay tourism in local villages.
• Agro-tourism (rice planting, harvesting, and traditional farming experiences).

See also

• Geography of Nepal

References