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National Park of Nepal
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A large freshwater alpine lake that has been designated as a Ramsar wetland site since 2007. The lake is an important site for both Buddhists and Tibetans at an elevation of 3,660 m in the upper reaches of the Suligad river. It is surrounded by glaciers and is known for its turquoise color. There are stupas found along the lake's south. The lake is up to 145 m deep.
Phoksundo Waterfall
A 167 m waterfall with water flowing down from Phoksundo Lake. It is one of Nepal's tallest waterfalls.
A Buddhist monastery that was established in the 11th century and continues to remain an important site for Tibetan Buddhists.
The highest mountain in Kanjiroba with an elevation of .
A hotel and a lodge that includes a restaurant, a bar, some horse riding activities.
Dolpa Airport in the park's east is the most convenient way to enter the park, with flights from Nepalgunj by Nepal Airlines, Sita Air, Summit Air and Tara Air. From there, you'll need to do a half-day trek.
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