Located
between India in the South and China in the North,
Nepal is primarily an agricultural country and
produces jute, sugarcane, tobacco, grain, textiles,
and carpets.
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About Nepal
Tucked
away between India and the Tibetan Plateau, Nepal
is dominated by the towering Himalayas - a majestic
range of snowy giants standing guard over the
stunning beauty of the country.
Nepal
enjoys the widest range of altitude of any country
in the world. Altitudes vary from as little as
70m on the Terai plains to Mount Everest's colossal
peak at 8848m. As a result, the vegetation zones
include tropical, subtropical, temperate and alpine
areas.
In
this diverse natural environment an incredible
range of flora and fauna flourish, attracting
nature lovers all year round.Nepal is an ornithologist's
paradise, with over 800 species of birds, including
storks, pheasants, cuckoos and enormous birds
of prey.For those who prefer larger animals, a
visit to one of the National Parks could reward
you with a sighting of the famous royal Bengal
tigers, Bears or the one horned Rhino. You do
not have to go far to see the monkeys, many of
whom live side by side with the residents of towns
and villages!
You
don't need to go to a museum to find evidence
of Nepal's long and fascinating history. It's
all around you in the towns and villages that
dot the Kathmandu valley and lie hidden in the
mountain ranges. Villages, where everyday life
still follows long established traditions and
where time seems to stand still.
The
Nepalese are by nature very friendly and warm
people. They enjoy meeting people from around
the world, and are proud to share their wonderful
country with you. Visitors to Nepal often return
time and time again, drawn by the stunning scenery,
the warm and smiling people, the outdoor adventure
and the special atmosphere that pervades the clear
mountain air. |
