Top 7 Main tourist attraction of Nepal

Nepal a small but exceptionally beautiful Himalayan kingdom is a land of assortment where variances lies everywhere. Situated in the lap of the majestic Himalayas, Nepal is known for its strikingly beautiful natural landscapes, amazing historical monuments and beautiful temples, and a unique and vibrant culture. There are many worth visiting travel destinations in Nepal on your fascinating Nepal tour. Some of the most famous travel destinations in Nepal among hundreds are highlighted under. You can find adventure, religion, architecture & heritage on the same platter of this incredible nation. Come let us visit some of the major tourist destinations of Nepal

1)   Mount Everest

The Mount Everest is the world’s highest peak, called Sagarmatha in Nepali language. It is located in the khumbu region (solukhunbu district) of Nepal.  The region includes upper catchments area of the Dudha  Koshi  and Bhote koshi rivers. The area is largely composed of rugged terrain and gorges of high Himalayas ranging from 5,800m to the top of the world Mt. Everest (8,848m)…Read more>>

2)   Lumbini( The birthplace of Budhha)

Lumbini is the traditional birthplace of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, who was born in the 7th or 6th century BC. Lumbini lies in the foothills of the Himalayas in Nepal. The area around Lumbini is entirely Hindu, but many Buddhist temples and shrines from various nations are scattered around the holy site itself. The most important temple at Lumbini is the Maya Devi Temple, which enshrines the traditional site of the Buddha's birth. The current temple stands on the site of earlier temples and stupas, including the stupa built by Ashoka...  Read more>>

3)   Chitwan national park

The Chitwan National Park (CNP) is a world heritage property, and it also contains a Ramsar Site – It is a rich natural area in the Terai, the subtropical southern part of Nepal. A total of 68 species of mammals, 544 species of birds, 56 species of herpetofauna and 126 species of fish have been recorded in the park. The park is especially renowned for its protection of One Horned Rhinoceros, Royal Bengal Tiger and Gharial Crocodile... Read more>>

4)   Pashupatinath temple

The magnificent temple of Lord Pashupatinath about 5 km north-east of Kathmandu, is situated amidst many other temples on the right bank of the river Bagmati.  Pashupathinath is the guardian spirit and the holiest of all Shiva shrines in Nepal.

Lord Shiva is known by many different names; and Pashupati is one.  Pashu means leaving beings, and Pati means master.  In other words Pashupati is the master of all living beings of the universe. The pashupatinath temple is one of the best place for tourism… Read more>>

5)   Pokhara

 Pokhara is blessed with stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna range which forms its backdrop. Pokhara’s bewitching beauty has been the subject of many travel writers. Its pristine air, spectacular backdrop of snowy peaks, serene lakes and surrounding greenery make it ‘the jewel in the Himalaya’, a place of remarkable natural beauty. With the magnificent Annapurna range forming the backdrop and the serenity of three major lakes – Phewa, Rupa and Begnas – Pokhara is the ultimate destination for relaxation. Pokhara Valley, gateway to the Annapurna region where many a trekker finds his Shangri-la, sits high on the list of ‘must visit’ places in Nepal…Rad more>>

6)  Kathmandu valley

Kathmandu is Nepal's largest city and capital of Nepal. Kathmandu is situated in a valley in the heart of Nepal. Kathmandu is famous for manyBuddhist temples and in it, mostly from the 17th century. Kathmandu Valley comprises the three ancient cities of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur. Kathmandu is a city where ancient traditions rub shoulders with the latest technological advances.  Kathmandu has seen rapid expansion in the last decade, but despite the hustle and bustle so typical of metropolitan cities.the Kathmandu is one of the most popular tourism place of Nepal…Read more>>

7)   Gorkha

 Gorkha, situated at 140km west of Kathmandu at an altitude of 1,135 meter, is the ancestral hometown of the Nepal's ruling royal family. Gorkha is only 18 km up a paved road of the Pokhara-Kathmandu Highway. Gorkha durbar is the main attraction of Gorkha, an hour steep walk up a hill from the bazaar area. It used to be the dwelling of King Prithvi Narayan and his ancestors. There are other more places for visit in gorka such as... Read more>>

Geography of Nepal

Geography of Nepal

The Nepal is a landlocked country sovereign state located in south Asia. With the area of 147,181 square kilometers (56,827 sq in mile) and a population of approximately 28 million (and nearly 2.5 million workers living abroad), Nepal is the world’s 93^rd largest country by land mass and the 41^st most populous country. The geographical coordinates are 28⁰00’N84⁰00’N. Nepal’s ecological zones run east to west about 800 km along its Himalayan axis, 150 to 250 km north to south, and are vertically intersected by the river systems. The country can be divided into three main geographical regions: Himalayan region, mid hill region and Terai region.

The highest point in the country is Mt. Everest (8,848 m) while the lowest point is in the Terai plains of kechana kalan in Jhapa (60 m).

Geographical map of Nepal

Terai region, with width of ranging 26 to 32 km and 60 to 305 m, occupies 17% of total land area of the country. Kechana kanal, the lowest point of the country with an altitude of 60 m, lies in eastern Jhapa district of eastern Terai. The Terai region is also called as madhesh region begins at the Indian boarder and includes the southernmost part of the flat, intensively farmed genetic plain called the Outer Terai. The Terai region ends at the first range of foothills then the Hilly region starts.

Situated north of the Terai Region, the Hill Region (called Pahar in Nepali) is mostly between 1,000 and 4,000 meters in altitude. It includes Kathmandu valley(capital city of Nepal) .The two major ranges of hills, commonly known as the Mahabharat  lekh and siwalik range (or churia range), occupy the region. Although the higher elevations (above 2,500 meters) in the region were sparsely populated because of physiographic and climatic difficulties, the lower hills and valleys were densely settled. The hill landscape was both a natural and cultural mosaic, shaped by geological forces and human activity. The hills, sculpted by human hands into a massive complex of terraces, were extensively cultivated.

The mountain region rises into the zone of perpetual snow among the main central thrust fault zone. The mountain is called as pravat in Nepali language. South of this fault system, “hills” do not greatly exceed treeline at about 3,500 meters. North of the Himalayas rise as a virtual wall beyond the snowline at 5,000 to 5,500 meters to some peak over 7,000 meters and eight exceeding 8,000 meters including Mount Everest (world’s highest mountain) at 8,848 m and Kanchenjunga at 8,598 m.