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Jhapa District: Culture & Travel Guide

Explore Jhapa District: geography, communities, heritage, food, trekking routes, best time to visit and practical details.

Flat, fertile Terai plain bordering India's Bihar and West Bengal, laced with rivers like the Kankai and Mechi.

People and communities

One of Nepal's most diverse plains districts: Rajbanshi, Gangain, Santhal and Tharu indigenous communities live with Brahmin, Chhetri, Madhesi, Newar and Marwari communities.

History

Culture and traditions

Food and agriculture

Best time to visit

Oct–Mar; hot and humid from April to September.