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The Himalayas , 'home of the snows', extends from Assam in eastern India to west of Afghanistan . These are the highest and youngest mountains in the world, a region steeped with religious and cultural tradition, and a great diversity of peoples. Nowhere is the more apparent than in The kingdom of Nepal , mecca for mountaineers and explorers for over 100 years. In remote mountain villages live people whose lives have not changed in generations, yet they show a trust in foreigners made possible by their secure position as the only country in the world which has not been ruled by a foreign power.
Nepal offers an exceptional variety of ethnic groups and cultures, of landscape, which changes form tropical jungle to high glacial peaks within a distance of 150km. In Nepal you will discover picturesque villages, green terraced landscapes and majestic snow-capped mountains. You may follow in the footsteps of great explorers. Most trails are set between 300 and 5000 m, passing through settlements where you will catch a glimpse of the Nepalese way of life, traditional hospitality and culture; and between the settlements a vast wilderness awaits. |
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| Nepal at a glance |
| Nepal is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of bio-diversity due to its unique geographical position and altitudinal variation. The elevation of the country ranges from 60 m above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8,848 m, all within a distance of 150 km regulating into climatic conditions from sub-tropical to Arctic . |
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| Nepal-occupying only 0.1% of the earth-is home to: |
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2%ofall the flowering plants in the world; |
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8% of the world's population of birds (more than 848 species); |
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4% of mammals on earth; |
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11 of the world's 15 families of butterflies (more than 500 species); |
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600 indigenous plant families; |
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319 species of exotic orchids. |
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| Area : |
147,181 sq. km |
| Geography : |
situated between China in the north and India in the South. |
| Capital : |
Kathmandu |
| Population : |
23 Million |
| Language : |
Nepali is the national language. However travel-trade people understand and speak English as Well. |
| Currency : |
Nepalese Rupee (approximately US$ 1 equals Rs. 70.75 as of Feb. 2005). |
| Political System : |
Multi-party Democracy with constitutional monarchy. |
| Religion : |
Nepal enjoys the distinction of being the only Hindu Kingdom in the world. However, there is a harmonious blending of Hinduism and Buddhism. |
| Climate : |
Nepal has four major seasons, namely, (1) Winter: December- February, (2) Spring: March-May, (3) Summer : June-August, (4) Autumn : September-November. Nepal can be visited the whole year round. |
| People : |
Nepal has more than 61 ethnic groups and 70 spoken languages. |
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| What To Wear :Light weight clothing is recommended for May through October. Warm garments are required in October-Marc. An umbrella or a raincoat is a must for the rainy season. |
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| ENTRY PROCEDURES: |
INDIAN NATIONALS: Indian 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 an identify card with photograph issued by the Central of State Government of India. Temporary identity card 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. |
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| VISA FORMALITIES |
- Free visa for all tourists who visit Nepal only for 3 days.
- Free Visa for tourists of SAARC countries and People's Republic of China . |
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| VISA FEE: |
Single entry -US $ 30 days for 60 days Multiple entry-US $ 50 + US $ 30 Visa fee will be extended subsequently for 30 days upon payment of US$ 30 for a maximum period of 150 days in Visa year (Jan-Dec) Visa can be obtained either on arrival in Nepal or from Royal Nepalese Embassy or Consulate or other Mission offices abroad. Two passport size photographs required.
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