Inaruwa

Inaruwa is a municipality in Sunsari District, situated on the north bank of the Koshi River in eastern Nepal. It is an important market and administrative centre for surrounding rural areas, known for its traditional bazaar and the unique island settlement of Prakashpur on the Koshi River. The town's location along the Koshi Highway makes it a convenient stop between Dharan and the Koshi Barrage.

The climate is humid subtropical with hot summers (April–June), a heavy monsoon (June–September), and mild winters (October–February). March to November offers the best conditions for travel.

By Plane

Biratnagar Airport (BIR) is 40 km south-east. A taxi costs around Rs 1500–2000 and takes about 1 hour.

By Train

No passenger railway. The nearest Indian railhead is Jogbani, about 45 km south.

By Car / Road

Inaruwa is on the Koshi Highway connecting Itahari (20 km west) to Dharan (10 km north). Buses from Biratnagar (Rs 150–250), Itahari (Rs 50–100), and Kathmandu (via Itahari) serve the town regularly.

Rickshaws and tempos are the main local transport. The town is compact and walkable.

• Koshi River – The mighty river flows past the town, with impressive views of the Koshi Barrage downstream.
• Prakashpur Island – A unique settlement island on the Koshi River, accessible by boat.
• Inaruwa Bazaar – Traditional market with local produce, textiles, and daily goods.

Take a boat trip to Prakashpur Island or walk along the Koshi River embankment. Visit the Koshi Barrage, an engineering marvel regulating one of Asia's most powerful rivers.

• Hotel Koshi Restaurant – Nepali and Indian cuisine near the bus stop.
• Local dal bhat shops – Budget meals (Rs 150–300) at small eateries throughout the town.

Tea shops are abundant. Bottled water is recommended.

• Budget: Hotel Koshi – Rs 500–800. Basic rooms with shared bathrooms.
• Mid-range: Hotel New Inaruwa – Rs 1200–2000. Clean rooms with attached bathrooms.

The main bazaar offers local produce, spices, textiles, and household goods.

• Dharan (10 km north) – Hill-station city with a pleasant climate.
• Itahari (20 km west) – Highway junction town.
• Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve (30 km south) – Bird-watching paradise.
• Biratnagar (40 km south-east) – Koshi's industrial capital.