Ainapahara: A skywalk has come into operation at Ainapahara, the tourist site of Abukhaireni rural municipality-2 in Tanahu district. It was launched for commercial purpose today.
According to National News Agency Nepal, the construction of the skywalk took one and a half months. The overhead structure was built with the objective of developing Ainapahara as a tourist hub, said the chairperson of the rural municipality, Shukra Chuman.
Visitors are required to pay Rs 250 to enjoy the skywalk for an hour. The structure stands 50 meters tall and stretches 57 meters in length, with a construction cost amounting to Rs 1.5 million. “While treading on the skywalk, one feels unique and adventurous amidst the greenery and peaceful atmosphere,” Chuman stated, emphasizing that all safety measures were implemented during construction.
Chairperson Chuman expressed confidence that the skywalk would contribute to tourism development and promote adventurous activities. A significant number of domestic tourists visit Ainapahara on public holidays and Saturdays. Chairperson of Abukhaireni rural municipality-2, Ash Bahadur Gurung, noted that over 1,000 domestic tourists visit the site on Saturdays, and the rural municipality has generated an income of over six million rupees from Ainapahara.
To further enhance the attraction, a park has been constructed, and a carving of Lord Ganesh has been created on a stone near the Ainapahara waterfall.