Palpa
The Palpa District lies in Lumbini Province Nepal, Southern Asia. The headquarter of Palpa district is Tansen. Tansen has an area of 1,373 km2 (530 sq mi) and a population of 261,180 inhabitants (2011). Palpa is 273 Km far from Kathmandu. Palpa is not distant from Pokhara. We can easily reach there by bus. Palpa was the Hindu Sen's headquarters, which dominated this area about 300 years ago since the 16th century and was therefore known as the Tansen Headquarters. We can explore Shreenagar Hill or take a day walk on the riverside Rani Mahal, formerly a dynamic palace of Palpa. You can go through the paved streets in the old bazaar to find a way of life. History of Palpa Nepal Palpa represents Newari architecture, but it is the home of Magar people. The term "Tansen" means "northern village", which is derived from Magar language. Palpa is rich in cultural diversity. Palpa was the Sen's seat which dominated the area for over 300 years since the 16th century. Originally from Kathmandu valley, Newars traveled to other areas within the country, following the trade and commerce opportunities. In Tansen Palpa, they found an outstanding opportunity to exchange services at the...
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