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Dhudkunda ~ The hidden Paradise of Shepard's

Meanwhile the Monsoon is on its way to end we took the Trek to the Dhudkunda located in the Solukhumbu, Nepal. The monsoon this year hasn't end yet and there was no way we would postponed our plan as it was perfectly sheduled in the three days holiday luckily Saturday, Janaipurnima and Gaijatra. A perfect escape to freshen up the mind and soul. Dhudhkunda or Dhudpokhari is the hidden gem less popular  and less explored place in the Solukhumbu region. it is a milky lake situated formed by glacier of the Numbur Mountain. Lake has the religious importance both in the Nepal's Hindu and Buddhist deities.

Dudhkunda lake during the Janaipurnima
The best time to explore this region is between the March to may or September to December when weather is clear, with bright sun. These season are less crowded and needs tents and food need to be arranged as the place and route has no tea shops and loading facilities. You ma be lucky to find shepherds in the summer and rainy season as they will be grazing and installing there tents for there stay

We started our trek from the Takshindhu a beautiful village at around one hour from the Phaplu. We spent our night here in Takhsindu in on of the small home stay . From the Takshindu the way for the Lukla and Dhudkunda divides.

Home stay at Takshindu


Hike begins through the thick beautiful misty forest. With some steep climb through the mosse covered forest on an interval of one hour will come across the tea stalls which are present during the janaipurnima festivals for the devotees and Travelers where on can re hydrate, rest have some brunches like mushroom momos, thukpa, soups, sherpa tea, Chauri Cows milk and other snacks as per local community, and yes the popular food of Nepal Dal Bhat are found every where.


Tea Stalls on the Way.
On our way we pass through the major locations named Sarkari pati, Kaami Danda and Finally to Saharsa Beni. First the path starts with the thick moss covered forest , then the rhododendron forest and slowly the vegetation changes as you gain the altitude.





Veiw of Saharsa Beni

The Lake is Located at 4600m from the sea level.
Myths
  • According to the Hindu Mythology the churning of the sea (Samudra Manthan) is said to have taken place here.  The scripture describes the sea lies in between two mountains Chandrachal & Dronachal, which resembles the present Mt. Number and Mt. Karyalung. This lake has religious significance to both Buddhist and Hindu followers. 
  • According to the Buddhist mythology, lord Manjushree is said to have hidden the remaining water of ancient lake of Kathmandu valley after cutting the Chovar hill to drain out the lake.
  • It is also belived that the Yetis the Himalayan Human are seen in this reason but no solid evidences are yet found. The stories most popular is that the yeti was hit by the burning piece of Log by shepherds and remains hidden after then from human.
  • The devotess shall first go to the another small lake called Bhoot kunda and then to Dhudhkunda and return from another path by not seeing the Bhoot Kunda
  • The person who have lost there parents shall not make round of the lake.
  • The are different places around the lake where the people pray for wealth, heath, livestock's. And such wishes are belived to be fulfilled who pray here.








The " Goth " for the Stay


And yes during this trek around Janai purnima there are lot of herd grazing around so you can enjoy the organic taste of milk from those Himalayan Cow 'Chauri'.



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  1. UnknownSeptember 29, 2021 at 1:52 AM

    I am not a traveller but having read about this trip....My legs are itching too...I feel like an invitation from the "Goth" for a stay...I feel like searching for the "Yeti" and tell him how badly I'm jealous of him to have been living in such a wonderland place....I'm pleased to have read such a complete adventurous package with presentation so well the pictures...the descriptions and everything....Thanks sir...All thanks to you...Keep exploring...Keep living life to your fullest...😊😊

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  2. Anjit ShingOctober 12, 2023 at 10:26 PM

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  3. Anjit ShingOctober 12, 2023 at 10:35 PM

    Dear sir ,
    As you exploring historical religious myths, I am embark on a journey of self-discovery, uncovering the universality of human aspirations, fears, and hopes. it is encourage me to reflect on me own beliefs and ponder the mysteries of existence, bridging the gap between past and present, and uniting cultures and generations through a shared fascination with the divine and the enigmatic😍😍😍.

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