After 10 hour drive to Dhunche and 2 days climb
comes the sacred lakes “Gosainkunda”, Which is the most popular
pilgrimage destinations for Hindu devotees. Gosainkunda is
actually the largest of three main lakes, the other two being
the Saraswatikund and Bhairabkunda. Hindu legend has it that the
lake was formed when the god Shiva plunged his trident (Trisul)
into the ground in order to obtain water. Along this section of
trail there are impressive views of the mountains including the
Manaslu, Ganesh and Langtang Himal ranges. Add to this glacial
lakes, rhododendron forests, native flora and fauna, magnificent
mountains, forest, animal, birds, monasteries all go to make
this region a spectacular destination.
Crossing the pass 4600 meter the trail descends with many
mountain scenery, Terraced field, Jungle and t and Tamang
Village. |
