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Introducing Dhankuta
About 50km above Dharan, Dhankuta is a dusty bazaar town, sprawled along an east-facing ridge. It's an important stop for traders from the hills, particularly on Thursdays for the weekly haat bazaar (village market), but it dozes quietly the rest of the time. There's a small museum(entry Rs 10; 10am-5pm Sun-Fri) with displays on tribal culture at the top of the bazaar, but you'll need local help to find it.
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Maoists are active in this area, but if the security situation improves, it may be possible to walk in the surrounding hills. There's a viewpoint with modest mountain views just south of the centre; take the right fork above the bus station and follow the obvious trail that branches left up the hillside.
Most travellers who visit are bound for loftier locations such as Hile or the remote trekking routes around Kanchenjunga.
Maoists have staged several raids on the police post at Dhankuta in recent years - check that things are safe before you leave Dharan.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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