Siddithumka Tourism

Siddhithumka Peak

Situated at an altitude of 1693 m from the sea level, Siddhithumka peak is particularly known for the view of the sunset and the sunrise, of the mountains like Everest and Kanchanjungha and different places of both Nepal and India. The surrounding area of this peak seems wonderful with white Darsan Dhunga amonst the grove of Jimbu and Hinguwa species of trees. During the time of the sunrise when the first ray of the sun falls on Kanchanjungha, the environment slips into the veneer of moonlit night. Everything seems basked in the moonlight so looks silvery. The sun itself gradually seems to be changing its shape from cucumber to sea waves, pitcher and hat and for about 10 or 20 minutes the bubble-bees are seen to be flying around a large stone at the peak. During this time we can get a very splendid view of different parts of Jhapa, Ilam and India. The sun seeming to be taking a dive in the horizon is next attraction of this place.

Khandrung Cave

Looking like real miracle of mere stones, Khandruk Cave is situated amongst the rare natural caves found in the Tamang village in the western part of Panchami Bazaar of Siddhithumka VDC ward no 4. Though it creates an illusion of a normal back of a person while looking from a distance, in this cave, once we enter here, we realize that this seemingly small place contains big dens and subways. Similarly, wonderful and startling sight and structure of stones are also found here. Inside the cave there are five subways, which are more than 50 m. The entrance of these passageways, named as Bhuitala, Bichtala and Sirhantala, really deserve to be watched. Very narrow though at the entrance, we find these subways wide enough to walk freely once we make an entry. As only truly religious persons can pass through the narrow entrance, the cave is revered as a deity who is a protector of religion. Inside the cave various patterns of different animals like Naga, bird, elephant, tiger and the mark of the hoof of cow, and things like Dhiki, Janto, Dhupauro and Gajo and Dhangro of exorcist are found. Apart from these, the stones stacked in layers and the scenery around are also pleasing to look at. Spread in about 5 ropani area, this cave is also called Devidhad. In order that there is peace in the village; Goddess Kalika is being worshipped with the sacrifice of he-goats and chickens, following the long-practised tradition. Right in front of this cave is Siddhithumka peak and at the top there lies Ajambare hill.

Pangkhelung Falls

Situated in the Pangkhelung rivulet of Siddhithumka VDC ward no 9, this waterfall is very attractive. One thousand five metre down Soyak Bhanjyang, this falls can be accessed by roadway.

Falgunada Manghim

Falgunanda is a religious leader especially of Limbu ethnic groups, born on 1942/07/25 B.S. Initially he was established a religious place with fostered the iron Chimpta in 1994 B.S. whereby now following and cherished as a form of temple. Still now the community has been worshiping and beseeching as a god, Kirat and Limbu ethnic group is still beseeching of god in especial occasion of Udali and Uvauli festival. The place is located in ward no 6, GorkheGau of the VDC. Raatopani (the area of Copper Mineral), is also located nearby the area that is a well-known tourism destination and important diverse biodiversity that contributing the immunize support to preserve the natural resources where we can find flora and funnel.

Devithumka Hill

Situated in Siddhithumka VDC ward no 2, this hill can be negotiated through Fulbari. It is said that here was a large and deep lake in the past, where the reflection of the sunset could be enjoyed. From this hill Danabari Mahamai, Katlebhanjyang of Mai as well as Kirat’s religious place, Larumba can be observed. Inhabited heavily by Magars and Rais, this region has been revered as an abode of Goddess from ancient time.

Namthala

Harboring the VDC office of Siddhithumka, this place is famous for honey and mustard and buck-wheat cultivation. Here is the facility to stay in home stay system, savoring the taste of honey.

Panchami Bazaar

Panchami Bazaar is the main business centre of Siddhithumka. This place has the facility of lodging and fooding according to home stay system.

Simhadevi Devithan

The next attraction of this region is this Simhadevi Devithan, which is situated on the border of Soyak, about 100 m north down Siddhithumka Peak in the forest. The water that is springing here is believed to have sprouted from Siddhithumka peak. The locals of this place have been worshipping this place as the Goddess of Power on the full moon day of Baishakh.

Siddhadevi Darsan

Siddhadevi is a goddess who has abided here from time immemorial in the form of a Sila (stone). The goddess is believed to dwell in the stone that is at the top of Siddhithumka Peak. With this belief the locals of this place have been conducting Puja from time to time at this revered place. There was a big Puran organized in 2061. The residents of this place offer the milk of their cows after their cows bear offspring. They believe that by doing this their cattle become safe from different diseases and become prosperous and get Siddhi (power). Similarly, there is a widely circulated belief among the villagers that since Siddhadevi has protected them they are never going to face the scarcity of food and water. They also believe that the Goddess has prevented any natural calamities like landslides, windstorm, and hailstorms,etc. Such powerful goddess is Siddhadevi. There is a fait that just the Puja offered to her, and worshipping her can make everyone’s wishes come true. According to the followers of Kirat religion Shiva and Parbati abide here in the form Paruhang and Sumnima, and they have protected this region.

Ajambare Hill

Situated in the Siddhithumka tourism site and bordering Jitpur in the northwest, this hill is next attraction and destination for the tourists; from where we can observe all 46 VDCs of Ilam district except two. Requiring about half an hour of walk up the hill from Panchami, this place allows us to get the magnetizing view of the tea garden and many other paces of the Terai and India. Also, this place is a perfect viewpoint for relishing the sight of the mountains like Kanchanjungha and Everest. Here we can see Ambikadevi,Pathibharadeviand different shapes of stones. Similarly, in ward no 5 of Siddhithumka VDC, we can visit Kahalsingh community forest and Piplibhanjyang and its vicinity.It has been named after the Larb named Ajambaributi(Immotal amulet). It has been an important visiting place from which we can enjoy natural beauty of their VDC.No one becomes fallow-up viewing Sunset from the Ajambare dada. Not only we can view ofIlam as well as Himalayan range like Mt. Kanchanjngha and mt. Everest.