Taplejung District
| Taplejung ताप्लेजुङ |
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| Country | Nepal |
| Region | Eastern (Purwanchal), Limbuwan |
| Zone | Mechi |
| Headquarters | Taplejung |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3,646 km2 (1,408 sq mi) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 127,461 |
| • Density | 35/km2 (91/sq mi) |
| Time zone | NPT (UTC+5:45) |
| Main language(s) | Limbu, Nepali |
Taplejung District (Nepali: 
Listen is the Mountain district of Province No. 1 in eastern Nepal. The district covers 3,646 km2 (1,408 sq mi). The 2011 census counted 127,461 population. Taplejung is the district headquarters
The name Taplejung is derived from the name Taple and the word jung. Taple was the medieval Limbu king who used to rule the area and jung in the Limbu language means fort. Literally, Taplejung means Fort of King Taple.
Taplejung is in northeastern Nepal. The Tamur River flows through the district. The area is famous for Kanchenjunga – the third highest mountain in the world. The district is one of the most beautiful areas in eastern Nepal with spectacular landscapes, Himalayan peaks and a wide range of flora and fauna. Alpine grassland, rocky outcrops, dense temperate and subtropical forests and river valleys make up the region.
One of the major attractions is the Pathibhara Devi or Mukkumlung (as mentioned in Mundhum of Limbu people) Temple. This little-known region attracts tourists seeking spiritual fulfillment and blessings from the powerful Pathibhara Devi. Hindus and Buddhists visit the temple for celebrations during special occasions. The trek to Pathibhara Devi (3794 m) combined with the natural and cultural experiences of the region make the visit a unique exhilarating experience. It takes a day to reach the temple on foot from Taplejung Bazaar. On the way to the temple one can find many species of rhododendron.
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