Travel Guide
Nepal Visa Information
Visa can be obtained on arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, at border entry points in Kakadvitta, Birgunj, Bhairahawa, Nepalgunj, Gaddachowki on Nepal-India border and Kodari on Nepal-China border. Visa can also be obtained at the nearest Nepal Embassy or Diplomatic Mission. Visa can also be obtained (renewal purposes) at Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan, Kathmandu.A valid passport and one ...
Read moreTrekking Permits and Entrance fee
Trekking permits for the Controlled/restricted areas in NepalNepal has many controlled areas for the trekking and special trekking permit is required to trek in those parts and these special trekking permits would apply through the registered trekking companies like Outfitter Nepal Treks and Expedition and the fees for the different trekking are as below: Trekking permits and fees for the Protected areas ...
Read moreHistory of Nepal
HISTORY OF NEPAL:Neolithic tools found in the Kathmandu Valley indicate that people have been living in the Himalayan region for at least eleven thousand years. The oldest population layer is believed to be represented by the Kusunda people. Which, according to Hogdson in 1847, were the earliest inhabitants and probably of proto-Australoid origin.Nepal is first mentioned in the late Vedic ...
Read morePeople and Language
The population of Nepal was recorded to be about 26.62 million according to a recent survey done by the Central Bureau of Statistics, Nepal. The population comprises of about a 101 ethnic groups speaking over 92 languages. The distinction in caste and ethnicity is understood more easily with a view of customary layout of the population. Though, there exist numerous ...
Read moreGeography & Climate of Nepal
Geography:Nepal is of roughly trapezoidal shape, 800 kilometres (497 mi) long and 200 kilometres (124 mi) wide, with an area of 147,181 km2 (56,827 sq mi). See List of territories by size for the comparative size of Nepal. It lies between latitudes 26° and 31°N, and longitudes 80° and 89°E.Nepal is commonly divided into three physiographic areas: Himal, Pahad and ...
Read moreCulture and Customs
Religion:Nepal was declared a secular country by the Parliament on May 18, 2006 and religions practiced in Nepal are: Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Jainism, Sikhism, Bon, ancestor worship and animism. The majority of Nepalese are either Hindus. Hinduism and Buddhism have co-existed in harmony through centuries.Buddha is widely worshipped by both Buddhists and Hindus of Nepal. The five Dhyani Buddhas; ...
Read moreFood and Cusine
Khas-Arya and Pahadi (generic Hill) cuisine:Dal-bhat-tarkari is the standard meal eaten twice daily. However, with land suitable for irrigated rice paddies in short supply, other grains supplement or even dominate. Wheat becomes unleavened flat bread (roti or chapati). Maize (makai), buckwheat (fapar), barley (jau), or millet (kodo) become porridge-like (dhido or ato). Tarkari can be spinach and fresh greens (sag), ...
Read moreSculptures and Painting of Nepal
Sculpture Of NepalAn art form that traces Nepalese culture from its early beginnings right up to modern times is sculpture. As previously mentioned, many carved artifacts have been found in the Terai region of the country, providing an insight into the religion of the country of early times. As with painting, nearly all-Nepalese sculptures are of a religious character. It ...
Read moreArchaeology and Architecture of Nepal
ARCHAROLOGY OF NEPALDepartment of Archaeology was established in 1953 A.D. under the Government of Nepal. This is primer organization for the archaeological research and protection of the cultural heritage of the country. Protection and maintenance of archaeological sites, ancient monuments including remains of national importance, museum and archive management are the main concern of Department of archaeology. Department of archaeology ...
Read moreNepal World Heritage Sites
World Heritage SitesPatan durbar square the small mountain kingdom of Nepal is blessed with such astonishing and unique sites that within the area of 140,800 sq km Nepal holds a considerably high number of places recongnised by UNESCO (United Nations Educational Scientific Cultural Organisation) as 'World Heritage Sites'. There are altogether ten World Heritage Sites in Nepal, seven of which ...
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