Sunday, June 28th, 2026

Tourists join paddy plantation festival in Pokhara (pics)



POKHARA: The 21st Paddy Plantation Festival organized by the Pokhara Tourism Council concluded on a lively note at Shishuwa in Lekhnath, Kaski.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from both domestic and international tourists, including Pokhara Metropolitan City Mayor Dhanraj Acharya.

Participants had the opportunity to take part in traditional Nepali paddy planting, play in the mud, and experience rural culture and lifestyle firsthand.

Organizers said the annual festival aims to preserve and promote Nepal’s agricultural heritage and traditions while also promoting tourism. They added that the event has been attracting growing interest from both domestic and foreign visitors in recent years.

Photos: Nepal Photo Library

 

Publish Date : 28 June 2026 14:04 PM

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