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Rhododendron season

Bajura: As the Spring season approaches, the Khaptad National Park region witnesses Rhododendron, also known as Laligurans, in full bloom. The national flower of Nepal has started blooming in the country’s hilly areas.

Khaptad is a popular tourist destination in Nepal, and Laligurans during March-April attracts foreign tourists to this area. As the trekking season begins, the region expects local and foreign tourists to visit the region.

Here are some of the photos of Laligurans as the trekking season approaches: