Homestay,
a popular term in Nepalese tourism sector, is similar in concept to that of a
bread and breakfast,whereby guests are accomodated in a home of the local
people so that they can experience the real taste of the place;be it the
food,the way of lifee,culture and other things.Its not been long since the
homestay has been popular in Chitlang. After the celebraton of Nepalese
tourism year 2011,the homestay has developed in a organized manner as a
way of promoting tourism as well as local culture,tradition ,food and
contributing as a source income of local people. Chitlang homestay offers
you a opportunity to experience the culture and tradition of this ancient
settlement.The homestay facility is available on turn wise basis managed
by local community.You are offered to stay at local homes with clean beds,best
of the home made food.
Homestay in Chitlang
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| Chandragiri Homestay |
Proprietor :Radha Krishna Basnet
2.Goat cheese factory
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| Goat cheese factory |
Proprietor :Ashok Singh Thakuri
Proprietor: Ramkrishna Balami
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| Narayanhiti Homestay |
proprietor:Mina Shrestha
5.Gurjudhara Homestay
proprietor:Buddha Ratna Manandhar
6.Chitlang Kaji Homestay
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| Chitlang Kaji homesty |
propietor:Ram Krishna Basnet
7.Chitrapur Relimai Homestay
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| Chitrapur Relimai Homestay |
Interview with Mr.Radha Krishna Basnet,Head of Chitlang Homestay Community Centre,Chitlang VDC.
Mr.
Radha Krshna Basnet is the head of the Chitlang Homestay Community Centre,that
looks after the homestay running in Chitlang VDC.He is one of the pioneer of
Homestay in Chitlang and has been working since then for the development of
tourism in Chitlang through the homestay.Mr. Basnet has talked with the author
of this blog about the various aspects of homestay and tourism in Chitlang.
How
do you describe the progress of tourism in Chitlang?
Obviously,the
tourism has grown visibly in Chitlang after 2067 BS,after Nepal celebrated
Nepal Tourism Year(NTY) 2011.The number of local and foreign tourist are in
increasing trend and we are hopeful it will grow in future.
What
may be the reasons for increasing number of tourists in Chitlang ?
There
are certain factors for this increasing tourists in Chitlang.Firstly,NTY 2011
set the founding stone for tourism in Chitlang.People came to know about
Chitlang as a tourist destination.Secondly increasing awareness among the
people for domestic tourism promotion ,and the role of media is also notable in
increasing tourist in Chitlang.Finallly but most importantly,the proximity to
Kathmandu valley,yet having its own distinct identity ,be it natural or
cultural ,is also the driving force for increasing tourists in
Chitlang.Similarly word of mouth promotion through those visiting Chitlang has
played major role in increasing tourist in Chitlang.We should not forget the
contribution of local villagers and institutions in promoting the tourism in
Chitlang.
"We can boast the fact that we are no less than quality
hotel in our service"
Who
are the major visitors of Chiltang? Are there any special target group ?
Both
local and foreign tourist visit Chitlang,but its obvious that number of
domestic tourists is very high.We don't have special target group,we believe
Chitlang is suitable destination for everyone.Because of proximity to Kathmandu
valley,most of our guest are from Kathmandu,and majority of them are students
and youths.
Now
let us come to homestay.As a head of Chitlang homestay Community centre,how do
you see the development of homestay in Chiltang?
Homestay
in Chitlang was initiated in NTY 2011,and it has pivotal role in the
development of tourism in Chitlang.Homestay used to accommodate tourists at the
very beginning when there was no proper lodges and hotels like today.So I think
homestay is the root or say backbone for development of tourism In
Chitlang. We are working
to take the tourism in Chiltang to next level through the development of
quality home stay experience
How
many houses are running homestay currently?
Currently
registered homestay houses in Chitlang ,under Chitlang homestay Community
centre are six in number.But there are few independent unregistered homestays.
Besides few are in the process of gaining the membership.
What
is the criteria for running homestays ?
There
are certain standards for running homestays that we are strict in so as to
ensure the quality service and satisfaction of clients.The physical
infrastructure,hygiene,capacity etc are all given due care.
Do
you think homestay can cope with increasing tourist in Chitlang?
Till
this date,we can accommodate incoming tourists,we have that capacity.We are in
the process if increasing homestay houses to accommodate more tourists.But the
major concern for us is to keep up the quality along with quantity .Otherwise
it will loose reputation,which is not good for the hospitality sector.As of now
,we are accommodating incoming guest on the rotational basis for
sustainability.
There
are lots of misconceptions heard about homestays,like quality of lodging and
fooding .What do you say about that?
Yes,we
have heard that sometimes.We are amazed to hear that people are told that they
need to cool their own food in homestays,arrange sleeping by themselves and
other bad publicities. But its not the truth,not a single.We can boast
about the fact that we are no less than a quality hotel in our service.We have
excellent fooding and lodging facility,availability of internet facilty ,well
managed bathrooms,and sanitation.Why would we have increasing homestay guest in
Chitlang if that was the case.Please be assured about our sevice.
You
have been running the hometay ?What are the specialities of your homestay?
I run
Chandragiri homestay ,situated at heart of village,with open environment,ethnic
taste and culture.We like other homestays is strict in standard and hygeinc. We
can adjust up to 35 guests in a homely environment.Local food,clean
lodging,well managed parkings are our plus point.Our specialties includes
drinks and beverages made of Khurpani,sishnu,Brown apple ,pears(naspati) etc.We
have barbeque,campfire,music, wifi facility.We give special importance to
sutomer satisfaction.
Is
there anything you want to mention?
I
welcome all of you to visit Chitlang once and give us the chance to serve you
and I assure you will have the wonderful memory for lifetime.
Please Contact us for details about homestay.
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