| Abstract | Raja Rani occupies a small area in eastern Nepal. The area is a wetland, surrounded by sal ( Shorea robusta ) forest, situated in Bogatini Village of Letang VDC, Morang District of Koshi Zone. Of the three ponds, Raja Pokhari, Rani Pokhari, and Rajkumari Pokhari, Rani Pokhari has 1 mi2 of dense forest growing up from the water, and its orchid-rich habitat is a center of attraction. The presenters recorded 45 species of orchids in what appears to be a natural orchid sanctuary, with most of the species in good numbers. The study is an effort to contribute to habitat conservation. During a field trip, local people were enlisted to help conserve this orchid-rich habitat, and as a result, they are now conscious of the need to conserve this habitat, which can be considered the first orchid sanctuary of Nepal. |