One of the most gorgeous countries of the world, Nepal stands bordered by China in the north and by India in the south, east and west.
Nepal is home to the highest peak in the world, Mount Everest which rises to a height of 29,028 feet above the sea level. Covering an area of 147,181 sq. Km, Nepal is located in South Asia and shares territorial borders with India and China. In nepal 8 out of 10 highest peaks of the world present , it is a paradise for mountaineers. Referred to as the Himalayan Kingdom, Nepal is a must visit for all adventurers.
Nepal Himalaya is one long-term activity that draws repeat visitors to the country. Therefore, Nepal is the ultimate destination for the trekking enthusiast. Nepal offers a myriad of possibilities from the short and easy walking excursions to the demanding and strenuous challenges of the snowy peaks (mountain) and their foothills and valleys. the most rewarding way to experience Nepal's indomitable combination of natural beauty and cultural riches is to walk through the length, breadth and the altitudes of Nepal.
Nepal Attractions
There are a number of national parks which protect the diverse wildlife and their habitats in Nepal. The Davis Falls (Patale Chhango, Hell's Falls, Devi's Falls and Devin Falls) is an area renowned for its tranquility and mystic legends. The nearby Mahendra Cave (as the House of Bats by locals) is also well worth a visit. History enthusiasts should make a point of visiting the Gorkha Royal Palace standing proudly on a hill overlooking the Gorkha Durbar. Kathmandu, a city which has been immortalized in countless songs, literary works, films and paintings, offers visitors numerous places of interest to visit, with some of the most noteworthy being Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Tharlam Monastery and the Kathmandu Durbar Square listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Nepal are its majestic mountains and ruggedly beautiful landscapes, there are many historic and cultural treasures to appreciate. Bhaktapur Durbar Square in the town of Bhaktapur near Kathmandu is one of these treasures that should not be missed. It features the spectacular 17th century Lion Gate, the richly decorated Golden Gate and the nearby Palace of Fifty-Five windows. The Central Zoo In Jawalakhel is both a research and educational facility, animal-lovers to view the more than 900 birds, mammals, reptiles and fish on exhibit. Visitors may also enjoy an elephant ride as well as the picnic facilities and paddle boats.
Tours and Activities
The most popular guided tours include short stopovers at major towns and cities allowing travelers to visit local attractions and do a bit of souvenir-hunting while soaking up the sights, sounds and aromas of Nepal's markets.
their pace to enjoy the incredible scenery, meet the locals and stop off at the many temples and historic ruins that are often found in unexpected places. Other activities to be enjoyed by the adventurous at heart include elephant safaris, biking, river rafting, kayaking, bungee jumping, parasailing.
If you would like more information about planning a vacation to Nepal, we offer many hunderds of pages of city guides about local attractions, destinations, museums, trekking, and eco-tours.
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Play Elephant Polo Game
Elephant polo, one of the World's unique sports has been played in Nepal for 25 years but, still, is to be discovered by rest of the World...
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Trekking The Toughest Tracks
Nepal blessed with incomparable natural beauty and varied cultural heritage makes her one of the best place for tourism. Nepal is home to the world's eight highest peaks in the world... |
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Bungee Jumping Thrills
The site of bungee jump in Nepal is considered among the best in the world. Located close to Nepal-Tibet border, it is 160m over the wild Bhote Koshi river is a three-hour bus ride from Capital Kathmandu ... |
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Climb The Mount Everest
There are 1,310 peaks above 6000 meters of which 238 are already opened for climbing. Likewise, out of fourteen 8000 meters above peaks eight of them... |
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River Rafting Adventures
water rafting involves negotiating fast-flowing rivers in an inflatable rubber raft or white water kayak over crashing waves and swirling rapids...
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Boudhanath Stupa: Kathmandu
Bodnath was probably built in the 14th century after the Mughal invasions; various interesting legends are told regarding the reasons for its construction...
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Durbar Square: Kathmandu
The Durbar square is same to Nepal as Tianmen Square is to Beijing. The place has been listed in the UNESCO world heritage site. Durbar Square is the focal point of... |
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Pashupatinath Temple: Kathmandu
Pashupatinath, or Pashupati, is a Hindu temple on the banks of the Bagmati River in Deopatan, a village 3 km northwest of Kathmandu. It is dedicated to a manifestation...
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Mount Everest
Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world measuring 8,848 m(29,028 feet) in height. It was first climbed on May 29, 1953 by a New Zealander Sir Edmund Hillary...
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Royal Chitwan National Park
Royal Chitwan National Park stands today as a successful testimony of nature conservation in South Asia. This is the first national park... |
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