Gosaikunda is a fresh water lake situated in an altitude of 14,370 feet from sea level. It is situated in Rasuwa District and it has its own natural and religious importance.
It is belived that the origin of this lake is linked with Hindu God Shiva. This lake has its own cultural importance to the local Tamang community. There are lots of pilgrims to bath in this lake during Janai Purnima.According to the Tamang language the meaning of Go is Head and meaning of Saa is Earth so this lake is believed to be the holy land situated at a height.
We can reach this place from Kathmandu via bus, crossing Trisuli and Dhunche. After Dhunche on second day we have to walk a higher slop of hill. Crossing Khandi, Dhimsaa we need to spend the night in Chandan Bari. Finally on third day after crossing Chyolangpati, Lauribinaa, Buddha hill we reach to our destination Gosaikunda.We can also take alternate way from Kathmandu crossing Sundarijal or Melamchi. By crossing Suryakunda we can reach this place. But better way to reach this place is via Dhunche.
There are hotels and lodges available for accommodation. The beauty of deep blue natural water lake on the lap of mountains makes all lost in this attractive place.
