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The Country:
Nepal is a mountainous Hindu kingdom nestled in the lap of mighty Himalayas. Landlocked by
India from three sides and Tibet autonomous region of China in the north, it is 880 km
long and 240 km wide covering an area of about 54,000sq.km in it's rectangular shape.
The people:
It's population of nearly 20 million is predominantly Hindu. Ruled by a constitutional
monarch believed to be the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Nepal practices parliamentary from
of democracy with guaranteed fundamental rights and constitutional supremacy.
Climate:
Varies from sub-tropical in the plains to tundra-like in the upper regions of Himalayas.
The valley of Kathmandu remains pleasant almost year round.
Entry formalities:
A valid passport for all non-Indian visitors is required. Visas can
be obtained from any of the Royal Nepalese embassies or consulates abroad. Seven day is
granted on arrival after paying the necessary fees. Any amount of foreign currency except
Indian Rupees can be brought into the country but needs to be declared upon arrival.
International certificate of vaccination is recommended.Further information can be had
from our embassies abroad or from our office.
Transport:
Kathmandu is connected by flights from Bangkok, Bombay, Dubai, Frankfurt, Karachi,
London, New Delhi, Osaka, Paris, Shanghai and Singapore. Inside Nepal, all major
destinations can be reached by air from Kathmandu either through scheduled airlines flight
or by chartered helicopters. Land transport is available from Kathmandu to all major towns
of the country and to Indian and Chinese border.
Accommodation:
Kathmandu and Pokhara offers star category hotels. Standard of accommodation varies in
less frequented destination. Most of the restaurants served boiled and filtered water but
purifying tablets for visits to outlying areas is recommended.
Shopping:
Hand-knotted woolen Tibetan-Napalese carpets and various Handcrafts of wood and metal are
the best buys. Silver ornaments, cotton garments and Ilam tea make interesting gifts.
Consumables and consumer durables from all over the world can be bought in urban areas.
Travel arrangements:
There are various travel agencies, trekking agencies and other travel service centers in
Kathmandu and Pokhara. Himalayan Travels and Tours at Durbar Marg is one of the best. We
look after all the arrangement with meticulous care leaving you free to enjoy Nepal and
explore it's charms.
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