Nepal Travel Information for wide explorers, companions, and all age groups worldwide.
Nepal is one of the charming and unique countries, located in South Asia developed with its earliest cultures and picturesque places.
The world's 8th highest peaks are in Nepal, namely
Mount Everest 8,848m,
Mount Kanchenjunga 8,611m, Mount Lhotse 8,516m, and
Mount Makalu 8,485m. Includes Mount ChoOyu 8,188m, Mount Dahulagiri 8,167m, Mount Manaslu 8,163m, and Mount Annapurna 8091m.
Nepal is one of the best and leading countries for all types of adventure activities From leisure cultural, historical, and scenic tours to exciting hikes, treks, mountaineering, rafting, jungle safari to mountain biking. As well visitors can enjoy all types of various adventure sports activities in the concord of a pristine peaceful environment.
Nepal with an area of 147,181 sq. km. Situated between Tibet and China in the North, with India towards the South, West, and East of the country.
A population of 23 million people, mostly crowded in the cities and towns of lowland Terai and the midhills. The high hills and mountainous areas least populated, the country with two main religions, Hinduism and Buddhism.Probably the only country in the world where both religions exist in peaceful harmony. One can find temples and monasteries close to each other, which makes Nepal a fascinating, interesting country to visit.
The main flow of visitors to Nepal is for trekking, which offers various regions from the Far East to the remote West. The major popular areas are in the Middle East and the Midwest, the Annapurna, Everest,
Langtang, and
Manaslu regions.
Where one can enjoy for a few days to a week or more, facing constant views of massive Himalayan peaks.
Nepal is a wonderful and unique place on earth rich in terms of biodiversity, where altitude ranges. From below 60 m above sea level to the highest point Mt. Everest at 8,848.86 m. Just within a distance of 150 km. resulting in dramatic changes in climate from subtropical, cooler temperatures to arctic cold.
TREKKING AND CLIMBING SEASON FOR NEPAL
Nepal, like most countries in the world, has four major seasons, namely,
(1) Spring: Mach to May (2) summer: June to August, (3) Autumn: SeptemberNovember, and (4) Winter: DecemberFebruary. Nepal can be visited around the whole year round, for all types of tours, hikes,s, and other adventures.
But the best and most favorable seasons are in spring and autumn/fall, the spring starts from March to May. Next, the best time is in autumn/fall, which begins from September to November. However, interested travelers can visit during winter times of December to February for short treks and tours.
THE PEOPLE OF NEPAL:
Nepal, a Small but diverse country in South Asia. It is home to over 30 million people belonging to more the 120 ethnic groups and speaking around 123 different Languages. Despite its size, Nepal boasts incredible ethnic, linguistic and cultural diversity.
Around 81% people are following the Hinduism, Buddhism is practiced by many, especially among Tibeto-Burmo Groups. Islam, Christianity, and kirat faiths are also present at Nepal.
Culture and values:
Known for hospitality, Humanity and deep spiritual and community values. Festival like Dashain, Tihar, Holi, and Buddha Jayanti are widely celebrated. Traditional Music, Dance, and Crafts are an integral part of life.
Ethnic Groups of Nepal
Khas Arya: meaning of khas Arya are Brahmin and Chhetri which is dedicated as higher class of people in Nepal.
Janajatis: Janati are the most common ethnic groups, like Newar, Gurung, Magar, Tamang, Limbu, Sherpa, and many more ethnic tribes.
Madhesi People in the southern Terai region. Tharu is an indigenous group in the western terai.
Languages that Nepali people speak, Indigenous Languages such as Maithili, Bhojpuri, Tharu, Tamang, Newar, and others are widely spoken.
FLORA / FAUNA:
Nepal occupies only 0.03 % of the earth, but is rich in exotic flora and fauna.
Where some mammals, birds, and plants nearly extinct in this part of the world are found in Nepal.
The country is rich with 02 % of all the flowering plants in the world; 08 % of the world's population of birds (more than 857 species); 04 % of mammals on earth; 1%1 % of the world's 15 families of butterflies (more than 500 species);
600 indigenous plant families; 319 species of exotic orchids
HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS TO NEPAL:
Nepal offers a wide range and all types of holiday destinations, from interesting sightseeing tours to exciting adventures. Nepal has with most World Heritage Sites, including old temples, Stupas, historical Palaces, and national parks. The land of the world's highest peaks,
Mount Everest, and the country of Lord Buddha’s birthplace. Includes various exciting places that Nepal has to offer, from scenic cultural tours, trekking, mountaineering, and much more.