Nepal is a beautiful country in South Asia, cradled in the Himalayas. Six of the eight highest mountains are located in Nepal, compelling mountaineers, climbers and other adventure lovers 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 ballooning over the Himalayan mountains, exploring the canals by rafting, kayaking or canoeing, 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. Lumbini sacred garden, lumbini museum, Mayadevi temple and Janakpuri are famous pilgrimage destinations. Preserving the rich diversity of Flaura and fauna are the Royal Chitwan and Royal Bardia National Park located in the Terai region of Nepal. The city of Kathmandu has a unique architectural heritage with royal palaces, temples and courtyards situated at the heart of it. The attractive tourist spots are Hanuman Dhoka, Singh Darbar, Balaju Water Garden, Pashupatinath Temple, National Museum, Nepal Fine Arts Association, Lele village etc.
Nepal Trekking Tours attracts most of the 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 ancient curving streets. Mesmerizing traditional flute music adds to the scenic beauty of paradise. Nepali 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 highways with entry points at the Indian and Chinese borders. When it comes to getting around the country, Nepal Airlines has an extensive network of air services. Taxis, buses and “safa tempos” (powered by electricity) are available for commuting in Kathmandu. Mountain bikes and ordinary bicycles can be rented at cheap prices. Thamel and “Freak Street” are Kathmandu’s main commuter ghetto, famous for its accommodations. On the road trekking shelters are readily available. Payment in hotels, travel agencies and airlines is made in foreign currency. It is recommended that tourists carry the foreign currency receipt with them when making payments and exchanges. As with most trekking areas in Nepal, the best time to visit is during spring and autumn.
The wonderful land of Nepal has a lot to offer to 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 get your tickets to visit Nepal and Kathmandu?