Dailekh
Ancient Dailekh fort, sacred Kakrebihar temple and misty mid-western hills
Dailekh is a mid-western hill district in Karnali Province, home to Dullu, once a capital of the medieval Khas kingdom, and the ancient Siddhanath temple complex.
The district's misty hills and stone-carved historical sites reflect Karnali's deeper Khas heritage, predating the province's modern administrative boundaries.
Dailekh remains an under-visited stretch of mid-western Nepal, appealing to travellers interested in history over high-altitude trekking.
Curated Experiences
Our journeys in Nepal.
Categories
Points of Interest
4 places
Culture
People & Culture
Dailekh is home to Khas hill communities whose history is tied to Dullu's role as a former Khas kingdom capital, evidenced by stone inscriptions and temple architecture still standing in the area. The Siddhanath temple complex remains an active pilgrimage site, linking the district's present-day religious life to its medieval past.
Activities
Things to Do
Visit Dullu, an ancient capital of the Khas kingdom
Visit the Siddhanath Temple complex
Explore Dailekh's misty mid-western hills
Visit Mahabu, 4,100m temple on the Dailekh-Kalikot border, associated with Lord Shiva
Visit Dullu Durbar, former royal palace at Dullu Bazaar
Travel Information
Best Time to Visit
October, November, March, April
Other Districts in Karnali Province
Stories from Dailekh
All guides