Namje Village
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Namje Village, located at 1585 meters, is home to the Magar people of the Sangurigadhi Rural Municipality, Dhankuta District, Eastern Nepal. "Namje" means "eaten sweet potato" in Magar. The town is nestled amidst terraced fields, with 19 out of 30 families running homestay enterprises that can accommodate up to 80 guests per day. The community is bordered by beautiful green hills and a picturesque Magar settlement, as well as breathtaking views of the fifth-tallest peak, Mt. Makalu (8463 m).
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Travellers can get to Namje settlement by flying from Kathmandu to Biratnagar, then driving 57 kilometers to Bhedetar Bazar (1420 m) and hiking up to the settlement. A 13-hour bus travel from Kathmandu to Bhedetar is another alternative. This picturesque village, with adjacent attractions including as Dada Bazar and the Narayan temple, attracts many visitors, particularly from the Marsh Terai region. Dhoje Dada, at 2133 meters, provides beautiful views of sunrise and sunset, snow-capped mountains, lush hills, and river valleys. There's also a cave and a 400-year-old Banyan tree scattered across 13 Ropani properties. Other nearby attractions include Dhankuta Bazar, Raja Rani Lake, and the Namaste waterfall.
The Magar people of Namje are renowned for their brilliance, hard labor, and hospitality. Visitors can watch traditional dances like Hurra and Maruni, which are performed by residents dressed in traditional garb.
Tourists are regarded with enormous reverence in the community and are frequently referred to as "God-like" visitors. Following their visit to Namje Village, many visitors proceed on trekking experiences to surrounding sites such as Tinjure, Tamor, Kanchenjunga, and Makalu. Dharan, located about 30 minutes by bus from Bhedetar, is another close town worth seeing.
Thumki Dada, at 1828 m, is home to the famed Atma Ghar (Memorial to the Ancestors), which covers one hectare of land and was erected in 2011 by 24 architects from various nations. Visitors may enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayas to the north and China's border, as well as Char Koshe Jhadi to the south, near the Indian border. The Memorial to Magar Ancestors, constructed by students with the assistance of villagers, serves as an homage and outdoor prayer space for the shamans.
Travellers from Kathmandu can plan a journey to Biratnagar, followed by an hour's drive to Bhedetar and a short walk (3.5 km) to Namje Village. With its natural beauty, warm hospitality, fresh air, and rural charm, Namje Village offers a unique experience in Nepal.