TREKKING ROUTES TO GOSAINKUND – SHIVA’S SACRED LAKES

From Trisuli Bazaar to Dhunche - Gosainkund - Helambu - Langtang | Scale 1:75,000 | Published by Nepa Maps

Product Details

• Title: Trekking Routes to Gosainkund – Shiva’s Sacred Lakes

• Coverage: Trisuli Bazaar, Dhunche, Gosainkund, Helambu, Langtang

• Scale: 1:75,000

• Coordinates: Latitude N 27° 55’ – 28° 15’, Longitude E 85° 10’ – 85° 40’

• Publisher: Nepa Maps

• Edition: Latest and Updated

• Language: English & Nepali

• Material: Waterproof and tear-resistant

• Best For: Trekkers, pilgrims, and adventure seekers

Overview

This detailed trekking map of the Gosainkund region provides essential information for those exploring one of Nepal’s most spiritual and scenic high-altitude lake regions. Covering routes from Trisuli Bazaar to Dhunche, Gosainkund, Helambu, and Langtang, this 1:75,000 scale map is an excellent guide for both trekking enthusiasts and pilgrims heading to Shiva’s sacred Gosainkund Lakes (4,380m / 14,370 ft).

Published by Nepa Maps, this durable, waterproof, and tear-resistant map highlights key trails, elevation profiles, mountain passes, monasteries, and cultural landmarks. It is ideal for navigating through the Langtang National Park, home to stunning Himalayan landscapes, rich biodiversity, and significant religious sites.

नेपाली अनुवाद - परिचय

यो गोसाइँकुण्ड क्षेत्रको ट्रेकिङ नक्सा त्रिशूली बजारदेखि धुन्चे, गोसाइँकुण्ड, हेलम्बु, र लाङटाङ क्षेत्रको प्रमुख पदमार्गहरू समेटेर तयार पारिएको अद्यावधिक मार्गदर्शक हो। १:७५,००० स्केल को यो नक्साले गोसाइँकुण्ड क्षेत्रमा धार्मिक यात्रुहरू र पर्वतारोहण प्रेमीहरू को लागि आवश्यक सम्पूर्ण जानकारी समेटेको छ।

नेपा म्याप्स द्वारा प्रकाशित, जलरोधक र च्यात्न कठिन सामग्रीमा मुद्रित यो नक्साले मुख्य पदमार्ग, उचाइ संकेत, हिमाली पास, गुम्बाहरू, तथा प्राकृतिक तथा धार्मिक सम्पदाहरू दर्शाउँछ।

Key Features

✔ Comprehensive Trekking Coverage – Covers Trisuli Bazaar, Dhunche, Gosainkund, Helambu, and Langtang regions
✔ Religious & Cultural Landmarks – Highlights Shiva’s sacred Gosainkund Lakes, Buddhist monasteries, and Tamang villages
✔ Elevation Markers & Trail Profiles – Includes altitude variations, topography, and key trekking passes
✔ Waterproof & Tear-Resistant – Ideal for challenging Himalayan trekking conditions
✔ Biodiversity & Heritage Highlights – Showcases Langtang National Park’s flora, fauna, and cultural sites

Interesting Facts

Gosainkund – The Sacred Lakes of Lord Shiva

• Gosainkund (4,380m / 14,370 ft) is believed to have been created by Lord Shiva when he struck the mountain with his trident (Trishul) to form a holy water source.

• The lake is considered one of Nepal’s most sacred pilgrimage sites, drawing thousands of devotees during Janai Purnima (Sacred Thread Festival).

• The region is part of Langtang National Park, home to red pandas, Himalayan black bears, and rare Himalayan flora.

• The trekking route offers breathtaking views of Langtang Lirung (7,227m), Ganesh Himal (7,422m), and Dorje Lakpa (6,966m).

• The Helambu region is known for its Tamang and Hyolmo Buddhist culture, with ancient monasteries and traditional villages.

नेपाली अनुवाद - रोचक तथ्यहरू

गोसाइँकुण्ड – भगवान शिवका पवित्र तालहरू

• गोसाइँकुण्ड (४,३८० मि.) धार्मिक मान्यता अनुसार भगवान शिवले आफ्नो त्रिशूल प्रहार गरी जलस्रोत उत्पन्न गरेको स्थान हो।

• यो नेपालका प्रमुख तीर्थस्थलहरू मध्ये एक हो, जहाँ जनै पूर्णिमा पर्वमा हजारौं भक्तजनहरू पुग्छन्।

• यो क्षेत्र लाङटाङ राष्ट्रिय निकुञ्ज भित्र पर्दछ, जहाँ लाल पाण्डा, हिमाली कालो भालु, तथा अन्य दुर्लभ वन्यजन्तुहरू पाइन्छन्।

• लाङटाङ, गणेश हिमाल, र दोर्जे लाक्पा हिमालहरूको सुन्दर दृश्य यो यात्रामा देख्न सकिन्छ।

• हेलम्बु क्षेत्र ऐतिहासिक तामाङ र ह्योल्मो बौद्ध संस्कृति को महत्वपूर्ण केन्द्र हो, जहाँ पुराना गुम्बाहरू तथा परम्परागत बस्तीहरू छन्।

Publishers

Published by Nepa Maps, a trusted name in trekking and travel maps for Nepal’s Himalayan regions.

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