Nepal is a beautiful country in South Asia, nestled in the Himalayas. Six of the eight highest mountains are in Nepal, forcing mountaineers, climbers and other adventure seekers to visit this amazing land. The country is world famous for its Hindu and Buddhist heritage with Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a major pilgrimage site located in southern Nepal. Other major tourist attractions in the country include bird watching, flying, paragliding and hot air balloon rides over the Himalayan mountains, exploring the waterways by raft, kayak or canoe, mountain biking and jungle safaris, especially in the Terai region. Kathmandu, located in the Kathmandu Valley, is the capital and also the commercial and cultural center of Nepal.
The beautiful Himalayan regions of Annapurmna (located north of Pokhara), the Solu-Khumba region and the Langtang Valley in Nepal are famous for their adventures. The Solu-khumba region, also known as the “Everest region”, takes advantage of the world’s highest summit of Mount Everest. The sacred garden of Lumbini, the lumbini museum, the Mayadevi temple and Janakpuri are famous pilgrimage destinations. Preserving the rich diversity of Flaura and fauna are the Royal Chitwan and Royal Bardia National Parks located in the Terai region of Nepal. The city of Kathmandu has a unique architectural heritage with royal palaces, temples and courtyards situated in the heart of it. The attractive tourist places are Hanuman Dhoka, Singh Darbar, Balaju Water Garden, Pashupatinath Temple, National Museum, Nepal Fine Arts Association, Lele village, etc.
Nepal Trekking Tours attracts the majority of tourists in Nepal, so it is always advisable not to travel alone and especially at night. Tourists are also expected to respect temples and religious sites. The people of Nepal have their own unique sense of hospitality. Most of the people are Newars including other tribes like Bhotias, Chepangs, Magars, Tharus, Sherpas, Tibetan etc. The culture of Nepal has a dazzling culture with its temples, shrines and festivals. Shoppers can hardly miss the beautifully woven Tibetan rugs and multicolored gems from Nepal on the curving ancient streets. Fascinating traditional flute music adds to the scenic beauty of paradise. Nepalese cuisine is exquisite with Tibetan and Indian influences.
Planning to visit Nepal and Kathmandu is quite easy as Nepal has connectivity to major international cities by air and road with entry points at the borders with India and China. When it comes to moving around the country, Nepal Airlines has an extensive network of air services. Taxis, buses and “safa tempos” (which run on electricity) are available for commuting in Kathmandu. Mountain bikes and ordinary bikes can be rented at cheap prices. Thamel and “Freak Street” are the main travelers ghetto of Kathmandu, famous for its accommodations. On the road trekking shelters are readily available. Payment at hotels, travel agencies and airlines is made in foreign currency. It is recommended that tourists carry the foreign exchange receipt with them when making payments and changes. As with most trekking areas in Nepal, the best time to visit is during spring and autumn.
The wonderful land of Nepal has much to offer adventure seekers and nature lovers. The natural happiness of Nepal and its rich historical and cultural heritage bring each traveler closer. So when will you receive your tickets to visit Nepal and Kathmandu?
