To the northwest the mountains slope gently downwards towards the ancient pass of Kuti that starts above the Tibetan town of Khasa and follows the waters of the Bhote Kosi from Tibet.

The river flows past Kodari and Tatopani (Hot Springs) on the Nepalese side and gradually rushes down into an ever-widening stream of water that becomes the Sun Kosi.The Khimti Khola drains down from a region of five lakes called Panch Pokhari.

They have a specific place in legend and go by the names of Mohi (buttermilk), Jata (hair), Dudh (milk), Bahula (insane), and Bhut (ghost).

People believe that if one bathes in Bahula Pokhari one will become insane, whereas the Ghost Lake cannot bear the smell of human perspiration and will pull one inside its murky waters to a certain death if you as much as venture near it.

Above these slopes are forests of dark oak, fir and pine, interspersed with tangles of bracken and fem all in the embrace of clinging orchids and coloured in the springtime by the rhododendrons, the national flower of Nepal.

Among the prominent ethnic communities in Dolakha are the Tamang, Sherpa, Newar, Thami, Brahmin, Chhetri, and Dalit groups.

The Tamang people, known for their vibrant culture and skilled craftsmanship, constitute a significant portion of the population, along with Sherpas renowned for their mountaineering prowess and unique religious practices.

The Newars (Newa:), traditionally associated with urban centres and trade up to Lhasa, Tibet, add a distinct cultural dimension to the region.

Despite facing challenges such as marginalization and socio-economic disparities, the Thami people continue to preserve their cultural heritage and strive for recognition and empowerment within Nepal's diverse social tapestry.

Brahmins and Chhetris, predominantly engaged in various professions, hold significant social influence, while Dalits contribute to the socio-economic diversity of Dolakha.