Karporeshwar Park, located in the 8th ward of Besisahar Municipality in Lamjung, is rapidly becoming a new tourist destination. With the park’s development and proper management by the Besisahar Municipality, it has attracted a significant number of visitors. Currently, between 200 to 300 domestic tourists visit the park daily. On weekends and holidays, the number increases to over 700, according to residents.
The park was created as a recreational spot near the market, offering a place for tourists and locals to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. Besisahar Municipality Mayor, Guman Singh Aryal, noted that there was no park within the municipality before this, leaving residents without a place to relax, enjoy, and entertain. With the development of the park, tourist footfall has noticeably increased.
The park covers an area of 8 ropanis (around 0.4 hectares) and features several amenities, including four seating areas, a water fountain, picnic sheds, a children’s playground, restrooms, and walking paths. The municipality is also planning to introduce an entry fee system for tourists and locals to generate revenue. The park, which started construction on the 12th of Chaitra, 2075 (March 2019), has already seen an investment of around NPR 50-60 lakhs.
Local tourist Santosh Thapa shared, “Since the park is close to the market, it’s really enjoyable to visit. I come here with my family to relax and have fun.” Another visitor, Sovita Pariyar, mentioned, “It’s convenient to spend time here and enjoy the atmosphere, so I often come with my friends.”
Resident Srijana Shrestha added, “Tourists enjoy taking videos, photos, selfies, and making TikTok videos in the park. People also come here for picnics, and there is music and dancing, which adds to the fun and entertainment.”
The park offers stunning views of the historical and religious Karporeshwar Mahadev Temple, the Marsyangdi River, surrounding villages, parts of Besisahar market, Lamjung Durbar, and even the Lamjung Himal and other mountain ranges. During the Nepalese Civil War, the area was used by the Nepali Army for a long period. After the establishment of peace in the country, and following requests from the locals, the army vacated the area. For some years, locals avoided the park due to fears of unexploded bombs, but after it was confirmed safe, the municipality began the park’s construction in 2075.
Historically, before it became known as Karporeshwar Park, this location was called Malami Chaur. The name came from a local tradition where the bodies of the deceased were cremated at the nearby Marsyangdi River. Local people would then return to rest in this area, which led to its name, according to residents.
The development of Karporeshwar Park is not only enhancing the local tourism scene but also providing a space for leisure, recreation, and community activities, making it a popular spot for both locals and visitors alike.
