Sindhuligadhi is one of the historical places in Nepal where we can study history of Senbansi to Rana Regime. This place is famous for the bravery of the Gorkhalis where they defeated the British armies during the time of Unification of Nepal by Prithivi Narayan Shah. The history of Sindhuligadhi is of significance not only in Nepal, but the bravery of the Gorkhas took its name across seven seas.

Sindhuligadhi is not only rich in history it is also rich in Natural beauty and Cultural Heritage where visitors can experience th view of Himalayas, Sunrise and can see the landscapes, Green Hill, Mahabharat range, Plain of Tarai and Sindhulimadhi Valley. This place can also give the fully pleasure to visitors like Sarangot, Daman and Nagarkot. Therefore it should be developed as a hill station for the tourist. There is big possibility of tourism development in up coming days. Road facilities are also available to reach this beautiful place. During my research period I found different challenges for tourism development in Sindhuligadhi. These are as follows:

Ø Firstly, most of the local people are not aware about tourism and they don’t have

knowledge about the benefit of tourism.

Ø Secondly, there is lack of conservation and renovation of the natural and cultural heritage sites.

Ø There is also lack of tourist facilities and amenities like Accommodation facilities, Toilet facilities, Communication etc.

Ø There is lack of advertisement about the historical importance of the Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Media persons and Travel Trade Operators have not focused on the promotion of Sindhuligadhi.

Ø The Government of Nepal has not shown good interest to develop and conserve Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Some of the cultural heritage sites are getting destroyed but Government and local administrative bodies has not made efforts for conservation and also turned the deaf ear to protect or rebuild this priceless treasure of the district.

Ø Sindhuli District Development Committee constructed the road from BP Highway to Sindhuligadhi but due to lack of maintenance, it is also getting destroyed.

Ø NGOs and INGOs are also silent for the preservation of the Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Though, local people have shown interest in development of tourism in Sindhuligadhi.

In conclusion, Sindhuligadhi is rich in cultural and natural heritages. It has very strong historical background. The place needs immediate attention and efforts of major stakeholders to transform the high potential of tourism into reality. With proper measures taken regarding conservation and preservation of natural and cultural heritage, tourism product development marketing and promotion, sustainable tourism development etc., Sindhuligadhi can be made into an attractive destination for both domestic as well as international visitors.

4.2 Recommendation

Sindhuligadhi is one of the richest places in Nepal in terms of its Historical background, Natural resources and Cultural Heritage. There is big potential of tourism development in Sindhuligadhi. On the basis of the study carried out following recommendation are made for development of tourism in Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Local people must be made aware about the benefit of tourism and also must have knowledge about the importance of Sindhuligadhi.

Ø The conservation of cultural and natural heritage is highly needed and there must be renovation of archeological remains of Sindhuligadhi.

Ø The facilities and amenities of the tourist like Accommodation (Hotel, Summer Resorts, Restaurants, and Cafe etc.), Parking, Communication, Toilet facilities etc. must be developed for the development of tourism in Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Media persons and Travel Trade Operators should be taken for FAM trips for the effective promotion of Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Local Administrative bodies must protect and re-build this priceless treasure of this district.

Ø NGOs and INGOS support should be taken for development of tourism in Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Special efforts should be done to include Sindhuligadhi in the educational tour programs of the youth.

Ø The government of Nepal should focus for conservation of this site and should make appropriate plan and policy for conservation of Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Local government should make the appropriate environment for the investors.

Ø Local administrative bodies should facilitate to visitors who come visit at Sindhuligadhi.

Ø Construction of view tower at Tundikhel, Sindhuligadhi would be an added attraction for the visitors.

Ø There can be a new circuit for tourist to visit Sindhuligadhi. We can be arrange rafting program in Sunkoshi from Dolalghat and drop out point at Khurkot in Sindhuli and then visitors can reach Sindhuligadhi by taking 19km drive by bus.(Kathmandu-Dolalghat-Khurkot-Sindhuligadhi).Other circuit can be developed for tourist where tourist can fly Kathmandu-Janakpur by air and after sightseeing of Janakpur they can visit Sindhuligadhi by taking 2.5 hour drive.

Ø The DDC and VDC in cooperation with NTB (Nepal Tourism Board) and MoCTCA should work out time bound strategy for promotion and development in Sindhuligadhi.