- Address: Nepal, municipality of Lehnath
- Height above sea level: 600 m
- Area: 1.35 square meters. km
- Maximum depth: 6 m
The central part of Nepal is decorated with Rupa Lake. It is located in the municipality of Lehnath, in the region of the Cape of the Gandaki zone.
Location of the lake
Rupa is located in the southeast of the Pokhara Valley and is one of the three largest lakes located here. In total, 8 such water sources originate in the territory of Pokhara.
Basic parameters of the reservoir
The area of the water area of Lake Rupa in Nepal reaches 1.35 square meters. km. Its average depth is 3 m, and the largest is 6. The catchment basin of the source is 30 km. sq. m. Nepalese lake has an original form: it is slightly stretched from north to south. The water in Rupe is quality and safe, the locals drink it and cook food on it, use it for economic needs.
What is attractive lake?
Rupa is a favorite holiday destination for tourists coming to the Pokhara Valley. This is a great place for meditations in the bosom of nature.
The lake sheltered a lot of different animals, especially in the vicinity of waterfowl. Studies of ornithologists have proved the presence on Rupe of about 36 species of birds. In addition, fish farms are built along the shores, which are engaged in breeding particularly valuable breeds, and a large zoological park.
How to get there?
You can get to the lake Rupa by renting a car and moving on the coordinates: 28.150406, 84.111938. The trip will take about an hour.