GHOREPANI - More like Gora Pani

Ghorepani or more properly Ghodepani, means watering place for horses in Nepali. Back in the days, the route from Birethanti to Ghorepani and down to Tatopani was part of the salt trade route between Nepal and Tibet. And Ghorepani was where the caravans watered their horses and mules. The only remnant today are a couple of troughs in decay at the southern part of the village. Today, Ghorepani is more like a watering place for trekkers, and could be aptly renamed Gora Pani. Gora which means 'fair skinned' in Nepali, is a generic term used in Nepal for people of Caucasian descent which makes up the bulk of trekkers. Ghorepani is famous for its majestic rhododendron blooms and if you come here in spring you will probably find that this reputation is somewhat of an understatement. Also do not forget to climb up to Poon Hill early in the morning for expansive mountain views from Dhaulagiri to Himalchuli.