Welcome to Nepal
Welcome to Nepal !
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 Protected content 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 Protected content groups and sub-groups who speak over 92 languages and dialects. Nepal offers an astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventure oppurtunities found nowhere else on earth. And you can join in the numerous annual festivals that are celevrated throughout the year in traditional style highlighting enduring customs and beliefs.
Religious Festivals
Most of the festivals celebrated in Nepal have religious significance. The dates of most festivals are fixed by famous astrologers after consulting the lunar calendar. The biggest and most popular festivals are: Dashain, a celebration of Goddess Bhagabati's victory over evil Mahisashur; and Tihar, a celebration of lights dedicated to Goddess Laxmi.
The most exhilarating titles with which Nepal has been admired and praised by various renowned travel writers in recognition of her cultural richness :
Living cultural Museum
Shangri-La
Roof of the World
Birth place of the Apostle of Peace
Country of Living Goddess
City of Golden Pagodas and Parasols
Himalayan Pilgrimage
Nature amphitheatre
Melting pot of Hinduism and Buddhism
A tiny Kingdom of Protected content groups and 93 spoken languages
Birth place of Sita
Abode of Shiva
Land of Mysticism & Exoticism
Land of non-stop festivals
are explicit and self-explanatory. They tell the world about our incomparable & prosperous cultural heritage.
