POKHARA, Nov 8: Sikles, a tourist village in Kaski, has witnessed a significant rise in tourist arrivals in recent days, with more than 3,000 visitors reaching the village in the past six days.
According to Devijang Gurung, chair of Ward No. 1 of Madi Rural Municipality, more than 3,000 tourists visited Sikles between November 1 and 6.
Chinese arrivals surpass Indian tourist numbers
Gurung said that most of the visitors stayed in Sikles before trekking to Kori, another popular tourist destination, and Kaphuche Glacier.
The highest number of visitors arrived on November 4, when 719 people reached the village. The lowest daily arrival was 254, Gurung said.
The increasing number of tourists has boosted enthusiasm among local hoteliers and homestay operators.
Located about 38 km from Pokhara, Sikles is home to around 400 Gurung households and is known for its rich ethnic culture.
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