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Nepal is one of the richest countries
in the world in terms of bio-diversity due to its
unique geographical position and altitude variation.
The elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters
above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt.
Everest at
8,848 meters, all within a distance of
150 kilometers resulting in climatic conditions from
sub-tropical to arctic.
This wild variation fosters an incredible variety of
ecosystems, the greatest mountain range on earth,
thick tropical jungles teeming with a wealth of
wildlife, thundering rivers, forested hills and
frozen valleys. within this spectacular geography
is also one of the richest cultural landscapes
anywhere. The country is a potpourri of ethnic
groups and sub-groups who speak over 93 languages
and dialects. Nepal offers an astonishing diversity
of sightseeing attractions and adventure
opportunities found nowhere else on earth. And you
can join in the numerous annual festivals that are
celebrated throughout the year in traditional style
highlighting enduring customs and beliefs.
Language:
Nepali
Currency: Nepalese Rupee
Political System: Multiparty
democracy.
National Bird: Impean Pheasant Danfe).
National Flower: Rhododendron
Arboreum (Lali Gurans).
The most exhilarating titles with
which Nepal has been admired and praised by various
renowned travel writers in recognition of her
cultural richness:
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Living cultural
Museum
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Shangri-La
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Roof of the
World
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Birth place of
the Apostle of Peace
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Country of
Living Goddess
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City of Golden
Pagodas and Parasols
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Himalayan
Pilgrimage
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Nature
amphitheatre
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Melting pot of
Hinduism and Buddhism
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A tiny Kingdom
of 103 ethnic groups
And 93 spoken languages
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Birth place of
Sita
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Abode of Shiva
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Land of
Mysticism & Exoticism
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Land of
non-stop festivals
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are explicit and self-explanatory.
They tell the world about our incomparable &
prosperous cultural heritage |