Nepal
"Welcome to
the Himalayan kingdom of Nepal, the incredible staircase
to the top of the world."
Sandwiched between the vast Tibetan Himalayas to
the north, India to the south, the Indian Himalayas
to our east and west, Nepal is packed with romantic
landscapes, fascinating history, rich art and architecture,
abundant wildlife, adventure and picturesque views
of Mount Everest and the Himalayas. This is the
land where Lord Buddha, the greatest apostle of
world peace was born (Lumbini), the only place in
the world where Hinduism and Buddhism co-exists,
a country where ancient and modern culture meet.
If you are keen for an exotic experience you'll
find it here, in the kingdom of Nepal.
What is Nepal like?
Thanks to the mighty Himalayas, Nepal enjoys the
widest range of altitude of any country in the world.
Altitudes vary from as little as 70m on the Terai
plains to Mount Everest's colossal peak at 8848m.
As a result, our vegetation zones include tropical,
subtropical, temperate and alpine areas.
In these diverse natural environments an incredible
range of flora and fauna flourish, attracting
nature lovers all year round. Nepal is an ornithologist's
paradise, with over 800 species of birds, including
storks, pheasants, cuckoos and enormous birds
of prey. For those who prefer larger animals,
a visit to one of the National Parks could reward
you with a sighting of our famous royal Bengal
tigers, bears or one horned rhino. You do not
have to go far to see the monkeys, many of whom
live side by side with the residents of towns
and villages! Neither do you need to go to a museum
to find evidence of Nepal's long and fascinating
history: it's all around you in the towns and
villages that dot the Kathmandu valley and lie
hidden in the mountain ranges. Villages where
everyday life still follows long established traditions,
and where time almost seems to have stood still.
The Nepalese are naturally a friendly, welcoming
people. We enjoy meeting people from around the
world, and are proud to share our wonderful country
with you. Visitors to Nepal often return time
and time again, drawn by the stunning scenery,
the warm and smiling people, the outdoor adventure
and the special atmosphere that pervades the clear
mountain air.
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