Resunga (रेसुङ्गा)
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Province 5 · Lumbini
Gulmi (गुल्मी)
District headquarters: Tamghas
agro-tourismpilgrimagehillsvillage culture
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Population
246,494
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Area
1,149 km²
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Reference elevation
1,200 m
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Density
177/km²
Last updated August 26, 2026
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Tamghas
Tamghas is the administrative headquarters of the district and a useful reference point for planning local travel.
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Autumn and spring are especially pleasant for road trips and walking.
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Tamghas is accessible by road from Butwal and other western centers; local transport connects hill villages. Exact transport schedules, road conditions, domestic flight operations and permit rules should be checked shortly before travel because these can change.
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Gulmi (गुल्मी) Overview
Rolpa is a hill district in Lumbini Province, historically significant as the birthplace and epicenter of the 1996-2006 Maoist insurgency in Nepal, which ultimately led to the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a federal republic. The district is predominantly inhabited by Magar communities, particularly the Kham Magar, who form the backbone of the Maoist movement and remain influential in contemporary Nepali politics. The district's landscape features the scenic Jhimruk and Lungri Khola river valleys, dense forests, and the Mahabharat hills. Agriculture, primarily subsistence farming of rice, maize, and millet, along with animal husbandry, forms the economic base, with remittances playing a significant role. Rolpa is also known for the Guerrilla Trek, a unique adventure tourism route that takes visitors through former Maoist strongholds and historical battle sites. The district's transformation from conflict zone to emerging tourism destination reflects Nepal's broader political journey.
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Location & Map
Coordinates
28.06670, 83.25000
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Places to Visit
Siddha Baba / local temples (सिद्ध बाबा / स्थानीय मन्दिरहरू)
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Rurukshetra and Kaligandaki landscapes (रुरुक्षेत्र तथा कालीगण्डकीका भू-दृश्यहरू)
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Coffee and orange-growing hills (कफी तथा सुन्तला उत्पादन हुने पहाडहरू)
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Experiences
Things to Do
Hike up the sacred forested peak of Resunga, visit the holy ghats of Rurukshetra on the Kali Gandaki river, tour pioneering coffee plantations and orange orchards, and try local organic coffee and citrus.
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How to Get There
Tamghas is accessible by road from Butwal and other western centers; local transport connects hill villages. Exact transport schedules, road conditions, domestic flight operations and permit rules should be checked shortly before travel because these can change.
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Best Time to Visit
Autumn and spring are especially pleasant for road trips and walking.
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Nearby Attractions
Palpa, Arghakhanchi, Baglung, Syangja, Pyuthan (neighboring districts / route ideas)
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Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gulmi (गुल्मी) District?
Gulmi (गुल्मी) District is in Lumbini. The district headquarters is Tamghas.
What is Gulmi (गुल्मी) District known for?
Gulmi (गुल्मी) is highlighted for agro-tourism, pilgrimage, hills, village culture, along with its local landscapes, communities, culture, and places to explore.
How do I get to Gulmi (गुल्मी) District?
Tamghas is accessible by road from Butwal and other western centers; local transport connects hill villages. Exact transport schedules, road conditions, domestic flight operations and permit rules should be checked shortly before travel because these can change.
When is the best time to visit Gulmi (गुल्मी) District?
Autumn and spring are especially pleasant for road trips and walking.
Does Gulmi (गुल्मी) District have a map?
Yes. The Location & Map section provides available map information and, where available, an interactive map or external map link.
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