| Nepal
is land – locked country bordering with the Tibet Autonomous
Region of the People’s Republic of China in the north
and surrounded by India in the east, south and west. |
Nepal
is one of the most fascinating Countries in the world, situated
between India and the Tibet autonomous region of China. You
must visit Nepal to enjoy her natural beauty, rich cultural
heritage, towering Pagodas, spectacular Himalayan Ranges with
world's highest Peaks and much more. Travel Nepal to reward
yourself by the numerous possibilities to explore Nepal taking
Nepal tours, trekking in Nepal, trekking peak climbing and
mountaineering expeditions in Nepal and whitewater rafting
in Nepal. Birding in Nepal, wildlife safari tours in Chitwan;
Bardia and other areas in Nepal and floral tours are some
of the other major attractions that allure travelers to Nepal.
Nepal’s natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, towering
Pagodas, spectacular Himalayan Ranges with world's highest
Peaks and much more allure travellers with broad spectrum
of interests to visit Nepal. It is a country of ethnic and
topographical diversities, rich Flora and Fauna adorned with
exceptional Architecture unmatched by any other country in
the world. The World's highest Mountains lure you for unlimited
possibilities of Trekking, Mountaineering and exploring the
vast Flora and Fauna whereas the terai low lands represent
one of the best wildlife safari destinations in the world
with elephants, rhinoceros, tigers, bears and many other wildlife
that densely inhabit them. Imagine one can see the snow capped
Himalaya Peaks of 8000 meters while riding on an Elephant
in the sub-tropical Jungle of a National Park. More than 900
species of Birds; More than 600 species of Butterflies; 600
Indigenous Plant Families; More than 350 species of Exotic
Orchids; More than 600 Rivers and TWELVE OF THE TOP TEN snow-capped
mountains over 8000 meters in the world, including Mount Everest
are in Nepal. Out of thirty-one snow-crowned mountain peaks
over 7600 meters, Twenty-two lie in Nepal!
No wonder this Land of diversities and contrasts attracting
more visitors and becoming a major tourist destination in
the World. |
 Language
Nepali is the national language of Nepal; educated people
understand and speak English as well. There are hundreds of
local dialects spoken by people from various ethnic groups.
Climate
Nepal has four major seasons, namely,(1) winter; December
– February,(2) Spring; March – May,(3) Summer;
June – August and (4) Autumn: September – November.
Nepal can be visited all the year round.
People and
Religion
Nepalese people are mainly divided into two distinct groups,
the India – Aryans and the Mongoloids. Nepal is the
only Hindu Kingdom in the world. Hindu Temples and Buddhist
Shrines are scattered all over the kingdom. Nepal is the birthplace
of Lord Buddha, the Light of Asia. Hindus and Buddhists live
together in harmony. Muslims, Christians and other nature
worshippers, too, exist.
Currency &
Foreign exchange
Nepali Rupee notes come in Rs. 1, 2, 5,10,20,25,50,100,500,1000
denominations. Coins come in 5 paisa, 10p, 25p, Rs. 1, 2 and
5 denominations.
Foreign currencies must be exchanged only through banks or
authorized money exchangers. The receipts of such transaction
are to be obtained and retained. Visitors can exchange foreign
currency at the foreign exchange counter at the airport upon
arrival. Visitors other than the India nationals have to make
the payment in foreign currency (non – Indian currency)
in hotel, trekking agencies or travel agencies and for air
tickets. |
 Entry
Procedure & Visas
Entry Procedures:
Indian nationals: India nationals do not require visa. However,
effective from October 1,2000, Indians traveling to Nepal
by air have to show upon arrival at entry point either a passport,
voter’s Identity card issued by the Election Commission
of India, or and identity card with photograph issued by the
central or State Government of India. Temporary identity cart
with photograph issued by Nepal – based Indian diplomatic
missions for identification of Indian nationals will also
be considered in case of exceptions. Children under 10 years
need not show any identification. |
