World's Top Mount-Everest
Chomolungma or Qomolangma (Tibetan: ཇོ་མོ་གླང་མ) or Sagarmatha (Nepali: सगरमाथा) is the highest mountain on Earth, as measured by the height of its summit above sea level, which is 8,848 meters or 29,029 feet. The mountain, which is part of the Himalaya range in High Asia, is located on the border between Sagarmatha Zone, Nepal and Tibet, China. By the end of the 2007 climbing season there had been 3,679 ascents to the summit by 2,436 individuals. There have been 210 deaths on the mountain, where conditions are so difficult that most corpses have been left where they fell; some are visible from standard climbing routes.Climbers range from experienced mountaineers to relative novices who count on their paid guides to get them to the top. This means climbers are a significant source of tourist revenue for Nepal, whose government also requires all prospective climbers to obtain an expensive permit, costing up to $25,000 (USD) per person.
Rara Lake Of Nepal
Rara Lake is the largest lake of Nepal, situated in Mugu district in the far western region of Nepal, near Gam Ghadi (district-headquarters of Mugu) and Talcha airstrip. It takes around 3 to 4 days of walking to reach Rara from Jumla.The surface is around 8 square kilometer and the perimeter 9 kilometer. The length of the lake is 5 kilometers and it is 2 kilometers wide, the altitude around 3060 meter and the max. depth is 167 meter.Rara is an unique spot in Nepal. The lake is situated in the Rara National Park and because of its remote location and the violence/threat of a revolutionary communist group (Maoists) the lake has been visited by only few tourists in the past. Only in the second half of 2006 the situation improved and foreign visitors do not need to pay the high fee of around $100 per person to these Maoists anymore.
Conservation
Due to its remoteness the surroundings of Rara Lake are both poor and quite unspoiled, which, for such a beautiful place, is very unusual in an era of extensive traveling and booming tourist business world wide. We hope the Nepali government, local residents, travel agencies and tourists will make efforts to conserve this area. Attention for the conservation is especially important at this very moment (year 2007/2008), since Rara might face a rise in the number of visitors now the region is more accessible and tourists will start searching for alternatives to the Annapurna region now roads are (being) build on both sides of the famous Thorong La pass, making the Annapurna Circuit Trekking and the Jomsom-Muktinath trekking
Pokhara Airport, notice the rusting plane in the background. Nepal.
Castle Resort in Pokhara was a relaxed hotel with a swimming pool and a great view (see previous photo). Nepal.
Some Other Beautiful Places Of Nepal
NAMCHE BAZAR(Base camp of Mount Everest)
If the thought of trekking to Everest Base Camp (EBC) leaves you dripping with sweat and reaching for the nearest cigarette and doughnut then please just consider going as far as Namche. Namche is the last town on the trek before you get to Base Camp. If you were silly enough to not get your supplies from kathmandu (or ate all your mars bars) then this is the cheapest place en route. It also has the most options en route.
Namche is a stunning 3440m above sea level and is the gateway to so many paths in history. Great explorers, great losses, friendships made and broken, the place has a magic... you can almost taste the atmosphere in the air, the taste of hope, joy and wonder! Namche is a days walk from Lukla (or 2 days if you smoke 20-a-day). This is a sometimes bustling town , teaming with Sherpa life. Yaks roam the streets like dogs waking you gently with the sounds of their bells. Food here is plentyful, bakeries, small convience stores and every hotel has it's focal point.. the dining room. Crammed with people from all over the globe either on their way up or coming back down. Whether you are leaving the trek or just starting it then you have to pass by Namche.
BEGNAS LAKE OF POKHARA:
Begnas Lake, the second largest lake of Pokhara Valley is situated at an altitude of 650m. It is located in the Siswa village on the eastern part of Pokhara and is 13 km away from the Pokhara city. It covers an area of 3 sq. km. Average water depth of the lake is 9.37 and the maximum water depth is 13.84m. The capacity of the lake is 29.05 million cubic meter. It is comparatively deeper in the northern and western part in the comparision to eastern and southern part. The lake water is drained out by Khudi Khola from the western part. (about pokhara click here)
PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE
Pashupatinath temple (पशुपितनाथ मन्िदर ) is a Hindu temple located on the shore of the Bagmati river on the eastern part of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
It is regarded as the most sacred temple of Shiva (Pashupati) in Nepal. "Shivaratri" or night of lord Shiva is the most important festival celebrated in this temple. Along the shores of the Bagmati river near the temple lies "Arya Ghat", the most widely used place of cremation for the deceased in Nepal, especially in and around the Kathmandu valley. There is also a large market in the streets surrounding the temple. Vendors sell souvenirs to tourists, but also cloth, dyes, and religious supplies. Believers of the faith Hinduism are allowed to enter the temple. Non-Hindu visitors are allowed to have a look at the temple from the other bank of Bagmati river. (more...click here)
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
Chitwan National Park (formerly called "Royal Chitwan National Park(RCNP)" )(CNP), covering an area of 932 km², is the oldest national park of Nepal. Established in 1973, it was granted the status of a World Heritage Site in 1984. The RCNP is located at subtropical inner Terai lowlands of South-Central Nepal in Chitwan district (200km away from capital Kathmandu).
The park is rich in flora and fauna, which include one of the last populations of single-horned Indian Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) and the Bengal tiger Panthera tigris tigris. The area used to be known as "Four Mile Forest" (चार कोसे झाडी). It was a place for big game hunting and until 1951 it was a hunting reserve. At the park there is canoeing, elephant rides, and guided jungle walk.
KATHMANDU VELLY
The story of Kathmandu began with a sewing machine in the back room of a med student’s flat where it was being used to make outdoor clothing and equipment for friends and family. The medical studies were soon left behind for the climbing and mountaineering that was the true passion, and it was through expeditions into the mountains that the need for a better range of quality outdoor gear became apparent.
NETURAL BEAUTY OF NEPAL
GIRLS WATCHING INDRA JATRA IN KTM.
It is a well known fact that Hinduism and Buddhism are the two major religions of Nepal, each having it's own rules and rituals. However, like most festivals of Nepal, both Hindus and Buddhist unite to celebrate the festival of Indra Jatra. This festival is celebrated by both Hindus and Buddhists with great enthusiasm. It is also believed that Indra Jatra is a festival of classical dances. It is on this very day when one is able to observe numerous varieties of traditional dances. The festival is named after Lord Indra who is known as the god of rain and also as the king of heaven.
The festival of Indra Jatra continues for eight days with much rejoicing, singing, dancing and feasting. People from all over Nepal, mostly those who live within the Kathmandu Valley, gather at the Hanuman Dhoka in Kathmandu. The first day of the festival is viewed by a large number of people. On that day, a long wooden pole is erected in front of the ancient Royal Palace at Hanuman Dhoka, in order to propitiate Lord Indra, the"god of rain". Classical dancers also assemble at the spot, wearing different kinds of traditional masks and costumes and dancing around the courtyard of Hanuman Dhoka to celebrate Indra's visit.
GORKHA DARBAR
In the Nepal war of 1812 the British sent a force of 30,000 against 12,000 Gorkhas (in reality at this time there was no such thing as a Gurkha -- they were called Gorkhalis) thinking in their usual arrogance they would take Nepal by storm. Just the opposite proved to be true. The Gorkhas fought the British to a standstill.
This historical palace is situated on the top of the fortified hill above the township, about one hour's walk uphill from the bus station. On the west side of palace is the temple of Goddess Gorakhkali. There is also a famous cave sheltering the statue of Gorakhnath Baba (sage). It is believed that the name of Gorkha was derived from the name of this sage, whose blessings inspired King Prithvi Narayan Shah for the unification of Nepal. From the top of the hill above Gorkha palace and from a saddle east of thebazaar, the view of Manaslu and Himalchuli is spectacular.
BOUDHANATH:
The stupa of Bodhanath lies 8 km east of Kathmandu. It is the biggest Stupa in Nepal and is located on flat land and encircled by houses & monasteries, where Rinpoches reside. This colossal Stupa is set on concentric ascending terraces in the powerful pattern of a Mandala. Around the base of this strikingly enormous and simple stupa is a ring of 108 images of the Buddha and 147 insets containing prayer wheels.
Jungle Safari In NepalJungle Safari In Nepal
Nepal is a country of exceptional biodiversity and a beautiful natural environment. The tropical jungles of the Terai preserve some of the best wildlife habitat in the subcontinent. Nepal has 16 national parks, wildlife reserves and conservation areas, occupying 16 percent of its total geographical area.
For those who wish to experience the natural environment at its best there is no better place to visit than Nepal. The outdoor adventure sports into the wilderness to see wild animals, birds and natural beauty. You ride on an elephant's back or on a four wheeler jeep accompanied by a fully trained guide (also known as expert Naturalists) for the love of nature and animals. In Nepal, Chitwan and Bardia are two hot dishes on the menu. Pick Chitwan as this is Nepal's most popular National Park offering excellent opportunity to see Royal Bengal Tigers, One horned Rhino, crocodile and thrilling wilderness experience into its deep and thick jungle. Pick Bardia also, as this is another National Park, which offers excellent jungle safari. Here too you can ride on an elephant or a take four wheel to discover some of Nepal's unspoiled natural habitats.
RAFTING IN NEPAL
Nepal is one of the best places in the world for river rafting. Numerous fine rivers offer excellent opportunities for rafting, canoeing and simply immersing oneself in the magnificent landscape. Nepal’s thundering waters, coming from the glaciers of the mighty Himalayan, provide unmatched thrills. No other country has such a choice of trips on wild rivers with warm water, a subtropical climate and white sand beaches. Truly, this could be the highlight of your lifetime. The beautiful rivers surrounded by the mountain scenery, flora and fauna and the unique cultural heritage of the local people, make Nepal an obvious river runner’s destination
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Only Indian nationals not need visa but Other nationals they need visa to inter to Nepal . Children under the10 years old they don't need visa . For the visa need 2 passport size Photos. Tourist who intends to visit Nepal must hold valid passport and visa. Visa can get at the Royal Nepal Embassy & consulate office
Also from the following office in Nepal
Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Immigration Office, Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
Immigration Office, Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
Immigration Office, Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
Immigration Office, Belahia, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
Immigration Office, Jamunaha, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
Immigration Office, Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
Immigration Office, Gadda Chauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
Tourist Visa Extension:-
A tourist visa can be extended upto 120 days from the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu and Pokhara Immigration Office on request. Thereafter an additional 30 days can be extended from Department of Immigration ensuring that tourist visa cannot be extended more than 150 days.
Visa Extention Fee:
1) Tourist visa extension fee for 30 days :-
US$ 30 in equivalent Nepalese currency.
2) Tourist visa extention with multiple entry facility :-
Multiple entry facility can be obtained paying additional US$ 50 or equivalent conveforeign currency. The facility will be valid for a visa year (Jan-Dec) if the visa period is valid.
3) Late fee for not applying extension in time :-
- US$2 in equivalent Nepalese currency per day for the first 30 days.- - US$3 in equivalent Nepalese currency per day for the next 31 to 90 days.-
- US$5 in equivalent Nepalese currency per day for more than 90 days.
Some Important information to tourist : Don't or Do's
- A tourist may stay in Nepal upto 150 days in a visa year (Jan-Dec).
- A tourist must extend his/her visa before expiry of the visa validity period. A tourist who does not comply with these regulations may be liable of fine and other prosecution as provided in Immigration Act and Rules.
-A Foreigner having obtained tourist visa shall not be allowed to work with or without receiving remuneration.
-A foreigner shall not be allowed to carry out any work other than that for which purpose s/he has obtained the visa.
Permit fees
All trekkers require a trekking permit to visit Nepal’s interior regions, which are not connected by highways. Recently the Annapurna, Langtang and Everest regions have been declared “permit free" areas; but National Park or Conservation Area fees are still applicable. We process the trekking permits and national park entrances at immigration offices from Himalaya journey office in Katmandu.
A trekking permit is a must to visit restricted areas mentioned below. To visit normaltrekking areas, no permission is required restricted areas which have been opened for Group Trekking.
The following restricted areas are open only for group trekkers. And a trekking permit will not be issued to individual trekkers for such areas. The areas and required fees are as follows:
1. Areas of lower Dolpa For the first 4 weeks per week per person US$ 10 and after 4 weeks per week per person US$ 20.
2.Taplejung District (Kanchenjanga Region):-Areas of Olangchunggola, Lelep, Papung and Yamphudin Village Development Committee.
Sankhuwasabha District (Makalu Region):-Areas of Kimathanka, Chepuwa, Hatiya and Pawakhola Village Development Committee.
Solukhumbu District (Everest Region):-All north-west area way from Thame to Nangpala of Namche Village Development Committee.
For the first 4 weeks per week per person US$ 10 and After 4 weeks per week per person US$ 20
3.Rasuwa District :-Thuman and Tingure per week per person US$ 10
4.Manang District:- Areas of Nar, Phu, and Northern area of Tilche Village of Thochhe Village Development Committee For September to November per week per person US$ 90 and December to August per week per person US$ 75.
5.Mugu District:- Areas of Mugu, Dolpu, Pulu and Bhangri. For the first 7 days per person US $90 and After 7 days per day per person Us$15.
6.Bajhang District:-Areas of Kanda, Saipal, Dhuli. For the first 7 days per person US $90 and After 7 days per day per person Us$15.
7.Darchula District:- Areas of Byas Village Development Committee. For the first 7 days per person US $90 and After 7 days per day per person Us$15.
8.Upper Mustang and Upper Dolpa District:- For the first 10 days per person US $700 and After 10 days per day per person Us$70.
9.Gorkha District (Manaslu Area):- For September to November per week per person US$ 90 and December to August per week per person US$ 75.
10.Humla District (Simikot and Yari):- Areas of Limi and Muchu village Development Committee, and area way to Tibet via Tangekhola of Darma
Village Development committee. For the first 7 days per person US $90 and After 7 days per day per person Us$15.
Note: To get a group trekking permit an application form with other relevant documents should be submitted through any registered trekking agency of Nepal.
Map of Nepal
It becomes important for one to know about the interesting places in a country where they can visit. Therefore, in this page, I am going to talk about some of my favorite places in Nepal. Of course, my choices aren't the only good places in Nepal. There are many places in Nepal that are more beautiful than the ones that I am going to talk about. I am only going to talk about three places in Nepal in a little detail here - Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan. My other favorite places in Nepal that I have been to are Dolpa, Lumbini, Gorkha and Kavre but due to lack of time and space, I am not going to talk about then here. You can find some of those places in the clickable parts of the image below, which will take you to the website I did for my 205 class, where they are explained in detail. All the links open in their own windows. Just close those windows to return to this page.
Pokhara
Pokhara is my most favorite place in Nepal. I spent four of my earliest school years in Pokhara and I have imotional links attached to it but that is not the reason I chose Pokhara here. Pokhara is probably the most accessible place in Nepal from where one can really feel its natural beauty. In the mornings, you can see golden mountains standing tall and straight from anywhere in Pokhara. If you go to the many beautiful lakes, including the Phewa Lake, the most visited lake in Nepal, you can see the clear images of the reflection of those mountains and the view is spectacular. People who visit Pokhara feel as if they are in heaven, not earth. There are other things about Pokhara other than the mountains and the lakes. Pokhara has excellent climatic conditions, which make it suitable to visit and live all year round. It has other attractions such as waterfalls, caves, rivers, gorges, and Pokhara is also a very nice place to shop.
Jungle Safari in Nepal
The southern belt of Nepal is known as the Terai. It is a lowland covered with dense subtropical forest. Here you will find some of National Parks in Nepal. The national parks and game reserves of the Terai offer some of the finest Wildlife experiences in Asia, and it definitely is the ultimate in sub-tropical adventure. Endangered species such as one-horned rhinos, Bengal tigers, and Gharial crocodiles abound on the ground, while uncountable species of birds and butterflies dominate the air. The indigenous Tharu ethnic group lives in the lowland Terai areas around the parks areas, and provide a surprising cultural contrast to the mountain peoples of the north. Nepal's parks and reserves offer incredible Wildlife viewing opportunities just choose the best one to suit your time and interests. You will be going into deep jungle on elephant back or four-wheel drive to view wild animals in their natural habitat. The activity of Nepal Jungle Safari includes canoeing, nature walks, bird watching, excursions, and visit to an ethnic Tharu village in the Jungle Safari Park. There are 14 national parks and wildlife reserves in the Kingdom. Royal Chitwan National Park, Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, and Royal Bardiya National Park are most famous and popular.
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Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve
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Tibet Information
A brief account of Tibet, its origin, how it grew into a great military power and carved for itself a huge empire in Central Asia, then how it renounced the use of arms to practise the teachings of the Buddha and the tragic conseguences that it suffers today as a result of the brutal onslaught of the Communist Chinese forces is given in the following passages.
Five hundred years before Buddha Sakyamuni came into this world i.e., circa 1063 B.C., a semi-legendary figure known as Lord Shenrab Miwo reformed the primitive animism of the Shen race and founded the Tibetan Bon religion. According to Bonpo sources there were eighteen Shangshung Kings who ruled Tibet before King Nyatri Tsenpo. Tiwor Sergyi Jhagruchen was the first Shangshung King.
Shangshung, before its decline, was the name of an empire which comprised the whole of Tibet. The empire known as Shangshung Go-Phug-Bar-sum consisted of Kham and Amdo forming the Go or Goor, U and Tsang forming the Bar or Middle, and Guge Stod-Ngari Korsum forming the Phug or Interior.
As the Shangshung empire declined, a kingdom known as Bod, the present name of Tibet, came into existence at Yarlung and Chongyas valleys at the time of King Nyatri Tsenpo, who started the heroic age of the Chogyals (Religious Kings). Bod grew until the whole of Tibet was reunited under King Songtsen Gampo, when tha last Shangshung King, Ligmigya, was killed.
The official Tibetan Royal Year of the modern Tibetan calendar is dated from the enthronement of King Nyatri Tsenpo in 127 B.C. This lineage of Tibetan monarchy continued for well over a thousand years till King Tri Wudum Tsen, more commonly known as Lang Darma, was assassinated in 842 A.D.
Most illustrious of the above kings were Songtsen Gampo, Trisong Detsen and Ralpachen. They
are called the Three Great Kings.
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Hanging bridge across the Kali Gandaki on the way from Tatopani. Himalayas, Nepal.
Water buffaloes roam the streets of Pokhara. Nepal.
Short descriptions of Tourist destinations
Kathmandu Valley (1311m) having three fabled cities – Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur. The valley is great historical, cultural and political interest. The valley is open-air museum of artistic temples, monuments, stupas having seven UNESCO World Heritage sites. 2000 years before Kathmandu valley was a big lake. Manjushree, the saint of wisdom came to pay homage to the Lotus. To get closer to the flower, he cut the lake edge at Chovar by his wisdom sword and the water was drained away. Then the valley was created.
Attractive Tourist places in Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu Durbar square - Taleju Bhawani, Kumari, a temple of living goddess, Kasthmandap, Ashok Vinayak, Kal Bhairav, and Erotic Temples. Akash Bhairav Temple, Machhendranath Temple and Annapurna Temple are in main market area. Pashupatinath Temple, Baudhanath Stupa, Monasteries, Budhanilkanth, Swoyambhunath are in around the Ring Road.
Patan - Mul Chowk, Sundari Chowk and Keshav Narayan Chowk, Krishna Mandir, Hiranya Verna Mahavihar, Kumbheshwor, Mahabaudha, Rudraverna Mahavihar, Machhendranath and Minnath Temple, Kumbheswore, The Ashokan Stupas, Achheswor Mahavihar.
Bhaktapur - The Lion Gate, the golden Gate, the picture Gallery, the Palace of 55 Windows, the bell of barking dogs, the Batsala temple. The statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatraya Temple, Pujari Muth, Changu Narayan
Around the Kathmandu Valley
There are many beautiful and interesting places to visit in the vicinity of Kathmandu valley like – Dakshin Kali Temple – A famous Kali Temple and picnic spot of Valley at 22 km south of city.
Chovar George – Here Bhuddist saint Manjushree had slashed a passage to drain out the primordial water and make it inhabitable .
Kirtipur - Typical Newar Village having some temples and monuments of Malla period.
Kakani, Shivapuri, Nagarkot & Dhulikhel -These are the hill stations to view the mountain ranges, sunrise and sunset views
Godawari Botanical Garden - This is a famous picnic spot with green environment.
Bajrabarahi - This is a small wood mark with beautiful Barahi Temple & typical Newar village.
Sankhu - It is 14 km east of Kathmandu. Here is famous Bajrajogini Temple withtypical Newar village.
Banepa - This is 25 km east of Kathmandu having famous Chandeswori Temple in the Newar city.
Namobuddha is 12 km west-south of Banepa. Here is historical Buddhist stupa and monastery.
Panauti - is 7 km west of Banepa having beautiful temples in the Newar city.
Daman is situated 80 km. south-west of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2400 meters. For the view of the breathtaking grandeur of the world’s highest peaks extending in one glittering are from far-west of Mt. Dhaulagiri to far-east of Sagarmatha ( Mt. Everest ), Daman is the best place to view the long Mountain range by its long range telescopes
If the thought of trekking to Everest Base Camp (EBC) leaves you dripping with sweat and reaching for the nearest cigarette and doughnut then please just consider going as far as Namche. Namche is the last town on the trek before you get to Base Camp. If you were silly enough to not get your supplies from kathmandu (or ate all your mars bars) then this is the cheapest place en route. It also has the most options en route.
Namche is a stunning 3440m above sea level and is the gateway to so many paths in history. Great explorers, great losses, friendships made and broken, the place has a magic... you can almost taste the atmosphere in the air, the taste of hope, joy and wonder! Namche is a days walk from Lukla (or 2 days if you smoke 20-a-day). This is a sometimes bustling town , teaming with Sherpa life. Yaks roam the streets like dogs waking you gently with the sounds of their bells. Food here is plentyful, bakeries, small convience stores and every hotel has it's focal point.. the dining room. Crammed with people from all over the globe either on their way up or coming back down. Whether you are leaving the trek or just starting it then you have to pass by Namche.
BEGNAS LAKE OF POKHARA:
Begnas Lake, the second largest lake of Pokhara Valley is situated at an altitude of 650m. It is located in the Siswa village on the eastern part of Pokhara and is 13 km away from the Pokhara city. It covers an area of 3 sq. km. Average water depth of the lake is 9.37 and the maximum water depth is 13.84m. The capacity of the lake is 29.05 million cubic meter. It is comparatively deeper in the northern and western part in the comparision to eastern and southern part. The lake water is drained out by Khudi Khola from the western part. (about pokhara click here)PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE
Pashupatinath temple (पशुपितनाथ मन्िदर ) is a Hindu temple located on the shore of the Bagmati river on the eastern part of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.It is regarded as the most sacred temple of Shiva (Pashupati) in Nepal. "Shivaratri" or night of lord Shiva is the most important festival celebrated in this temple. Along the shores of the Bagmati river near the temple lies "Arya Ghat", the most widely used place of cremation for the deceased in Nepal, especially in and around the Kathmandu valley. There is also a large market in the streets surrounding the temple. Vendors sell souvenirs to tourists, but also cloth, dyes, and religious supplies. Believers of the faith Hinduism are allowed to enter the temple. Non-Hindu visitors are allowed to have a look at the temple from the other bank of Bagmati river. (more...click here)
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
Chitwan National Park (formerly called "Royal Chitwan National Park(RCNP)" )(CNP), covering an area of 932 km², is the oldest national park of Nepal. Established in 1973, it was granted the status of a World Heritage Site in 1984. The RCNP is located at subtropical inner Terai lowlands of South-Central Nepal in Chitwan district (200km away from capital Kathmandu).The park is rich in flora and fauna, which include one of the last populations of single-horned Indian Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) and the Bengal tiger Panthera tigris tigris. The area used to be known as "Four Mile Forest" (चार कोसे झाडी). It was a place for big game hunting and until 1951 it was a hunting reserve. At the park there is canoeing, elephant rides, and guided jungle walk.
KATHMANDU VELLY
The story of Kathmandu began with a sewing machine in the back room of a med student’s flat where it was being used to make outdoor clothing and equipment for friends and family. The medical studies were soon left behind for the climbing and mountaineering that was the true passion, and it was through expeditions into the mountains that the need for a better range of quality outdoor gear became apparent.NETURAL BEAUTY OF NEPAL
GIRLS WATCHING INDRA JATRA IN KTM.
It is a well known fact that Hinduism and Buddhism are the two major religions of Nepal, each having it's own rules and rituals. However, like most festivals of Nepal, both Hindus and Buddhist unite to celebrate the festival of Indra Jatra. This festival is celebrated by both Hindus and Buddhists with great enthusiasm. It is also believed that Indra Jatra is a festival of classical dances. It is on this very day when one is able to observe numerous varieties of traditional dances. The festival is named after Lord Indra who is known as the god of rain and also as the king of heaven.
The festival of Indra Jatra continues for eight days with much rejoicing, singing, dancing and feasting. People from all over Nepal, mostly those who live within the Kathmandu Valley, gather at the Hanuman Dhoka in Kathmandu. The first day of the festival is viewed by a large number of people. On that day, a long wooden pole is erected in front of the ancient Royal Palace at Hanuman Dhoka, in order to propitiate Lord Indra, the"god of rain". Classical dancers also assemble at the spot, wearing different kinds of traditional masks and costumes and dancing around the courtyard of Hanuman Dhoka to celebrate Indra's visit.
GORKHA DARBAR
In the Nepal war of 1812 the British sent a force of 30,000 against 12,000 Gorkhas (in reality at this time there was no such thing as a Gurkha -- they were called Gorkhalis) thinking in their usual arrogance they would take Nepal by storm. Just the opposite proved to be true. The Gorkhas fought the British to a standstill.This historical palace is situated on the top of the fortified hill above the township, about one hour's walk uphill from the bus station. On the west side of palace is the temple of Goddess Gorakhkali. There is also a famous cave sheltering the statue of Gorakhnath Baba (sage). It is believed that the name of Gorkha was derived from the name of this sage, whose blessings inspired King Prithvi Narayan Shah for the unification of Nepal. From the top of the hill above Gorkha palace and from a saddle east of thebazaar, the view of Manaslu and Himalchuli is spectacular.
BOUDHANATH:
The stupa of Bodhanath lies 8 km east of Kathmandu. It is the biggest Stupa in Nepal and is located on flat land and encircled by houses & monasteries, where Rinpoches reside. This colossal Stupa is set on concentric ascending terraces in the powerful pattern of a Mandala. Around the base of this strikingly enormous and simple stupa is a ring of 108 images of the Buddha and 147 insets containing prayer wheels.Jungle Safari In NepalJungle Safari In Nepal
Nepal is a country of exceptional biodiversity and a beautiful natural environment. The tropical jungles of the Terai preserve some of the best wildlife habitat in the subcontinent. Nepal has 16 national parks, wildlife reserves and conservation areas, occupying 16 percent of its total geographical area.For those who wish to experience the natural environment at its best there is no better place to visit than Nepal. The outdoor adventure sports into the wilderness to see wild animals, birds and natural beauty. You ride on an elephant's back or on a four wheeler jeep accompanied by a fully trained guide (also known as expert Naturalists) for the love of nature and animals. In Nepal, Chitwan and Bardia are two hot dishes on the menu. Pick Chitwan as this is Nepal's most popular National Park offering excellent opportunity to see Royal Bengal Tigers, One horned Rhino, crocodile and thrilling wilderness experience into its deep and thick jungle. Pick Bardia also, as this is another National Park, which offers excellent jungle safari. Here too you can ride on an elephant or a take four wheel to discover some of Nepal's unspoiled natural habitats.
RAFTING IN NEPAL
Nepal is one of the best places in the world for river rafting. Numerous fine rivers offer excellent opportunities for rafting, canoeing and simply immersing oneself in the magnificent landscape. Nepal’s thundering waters, coming from the glaciers of the mighty Himalayan, provide unmatched thrills. No other country has such a choice of trips on wild rivers with warm water, a subtropical climate and white sand beaches. Truly, this could be the highlight of your lifetime. The beautiful rivers surrounded by the mountain scenery, flora and fauna and the unique cultural heritage of the local people, make Nepal an obvious river runner’s destination(To Get More About Rara Lakes And Other Click Here)
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VISA INFORMATION
Only Indian nationals not need visa but Other nationals they need visa to inter to Nepal . Children under the10 years old they don't need visa . For the visa need 2 passport size Photos. Tourist who intends to visit Nepal must hold valid passport and visa. Visa can get at the Royal Nepal Embassy & consulate office
Also from the following office in Nepal
Immigration Office, Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
Immigration Office, Kakarvitta, Jhapa (Eastern Nepal)
Immigration Office, Birganj, Parsa (Central Nepal)
Immigration Office, Kodari, Sindhupalchowk (Northern Border)
Immigration Office, Belahia, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
Immigration Office, Jamunaha, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid Western Nepal)
Immigration Office, Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far Western Nepal)
Immigration Office, Gadda Chauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far Western Nepal)
Tourist Visa Extension:-
A tourist visa can be extended upto 120 days from the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu and Pokhara Immigration Office on request. Thereafter an additional 30 days can be extended from Department of Immigration ensuring that tourist visa cannot be extended more than 150 days.
Visa Extention Fee:
1) Tourist visa extension fee for 30 days :-
US$ 30 in equivalent Nepalese currency.
2) Tourist visa extention with multiple entry facility :-
Multiple entry facility can be obtained paying additional US$ 50 or equivalent conveforeign currency. The facility will be valid for a visa year (Jan-Dec) if the visa period is valid.
3) Late fee for not applying extension in time :-
- US$2 in equivalent Nepalese currency per day for the first 30 days.- - US$3 in equivalent Nepalese currency per day for the next 31 to 90 days.-
- US$5 in equivalent Nepalese currency per day for more than 90 days.
Some Important information to tourist : Don't or Do's
- A tourist may stay in Nepal upto 150 days in a visa year (Jan-Dec).
- A tourist must extend his/her visa before expiry of the visa validity period. A tourist who does not comply with these regulations may be liable of fine and other prosecution as provided in Immigration Act and Rules.
-A Foreigner having obtained tourist visa shall not be allowed to work with or without receiving remuneration.
-A foreigner shall not be allowed to carry out any work other than that for which purpose s/he has obtained the visa.
Permit fees
All trekkers require a trekking permit to visit Nepal’s interior regions, which are not connected by highways. Recently the Annapurna, Langtang and Everest regions have been declared “permit free" areas; but National Park or Conservation Area fees are still applicable. We process the trekking permits and national park entrances at immigration offices from Himalaya journey office in Katmandu.
A trekking permit is a must to visit restricted areas mentioned below. To visit normaltrekking areas, no permission is required restricted areas which have been opened for Group Trekking.
The following restricted areas are open only for group trekkers. And a trekking permit will not be issued to individual trekkers for such areas. The areas and required fees are as follows:
1. Areas of lower Dolpa For the first 4 weeks per week per person US$ 10 and after 4 weeks per week per person US$ 20.
2.Taplejung District (Kanchenjanga Region):-Areas of Olangchunggola, Lelep, Papung and Yamphudin Village Development Committee.
Sankhuwasabha District (Makalu Region):-Areas of Kimathanka, Chepuwa, Hatiya and Pawakhola Village Development Committee.
Solukhumbu District (Everest Region):-All north-west area way from Thame to Nangpala of Namche Village Development Committee.
For the first 4 weeks per week per person US$ 10 and After 4 weeks per week per person US$ 20
3.Rasuwa District :-Thuman and Tingure per week per person US$ 10
4.Manang District:- Areas of Nar, Phu, and Northern area of Tilche Village of Thochhe Village Development Committee For September to November per week per person US$ 90 and December to August per week per person US$ 75.
5.Mugu District:- Areas of Mugu, Dolpu, Pulu and Bhangri. For the first 7 days per person US $90 and After 7 days per day per person Us$15.
6.Bajhang District:-Areas of Kanda, Saipal, Dhuli. For the first 7 days per person US $90 and After 7 days per day per person Us$15.
7.Darchula District:- Areas of Byas Village Development Committee. For the first 7 days per person US $90 and After 7 days per day per person Us$15.
8.Upper Mustang and Upper Dolpa District:- For the first 10 days per person US $700 and After 10 days per day per person Us$70.
9.Gorkha District (Manaslu Area):- For September to November per week per person US$ 90 and December to August per week per person US$ 75.
10.Humla District (Simikot and Yari):- Areas of Limi and Muchu village Development Committee, and area way to Tibet via Tangekhola of Darma
Village Development committee. For the first 7 days per person US $90 and After 7 days per day per person Us$15.
Note: To get a group trekking permit an application form with other relevant documents should be submitted through any registered trekking agency of Nepal.
Map of Nepal
It becomes important for one to know about the interesting places in a country where they can visit. Therefore, in this page, I am going to talk about some of my favorite places in Nepal. Of course, my choices aren't the only good places in Nepal. There are many places in Nepal that are more beautiful than the ones that I am going to talk about. I am only going to talk about three places in Nepal in a little detail here - Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan. My other favorite places in Nepal that I have been to are Dolpa, Lumbini, Gorkha and Kavre but due to lack of time and space, I am not going to talk about then here. You can find some of those places in the clickable parts of the image below, which will take you to the website I did for my 205 class, where they are explained in detail. All the links open in their own windows. Just close those windows to return to this page.Pokhara
Pokhara is my most favorite place in Nepal. I spent four of my earliest school years in Pokhara and I have imotional links attached to it but that is not the reason I chose Pokhara here. Pokhara is probably the most accessible place in Nepal from where one can really feel its natural beauty. In the mornings, you can see golden mountains standing tall and straight from anywhere in Pokhara. If you go to the many beautiful lakes, including the Phewa Lake, the most visited lake in Nepal, you can see the clear images of the reflection of those mountains and the view is spectacular. People who visit Pokhara feel as if they are in heaven, not earth. There are other things about Pokhara other than the mountains and the lakes. Pokhara has excellent climatic conditions, which make it suitable to visit and live all year round. It has other attractions such as waterfalls, caves, rivers, gorges, and Pokhara is also a very nice place to shop.Jungle Safari in Nepal
The southern belt of Nepal is known as the Terai. It is a lowland covered with dense subtropical forest. Here you will find some of National Parks in Nepal. The national parks and game reserves of the Terai offer some of the finest Wildlife experiences in Asia, and it definitely is the ultimate in sub-tropical adventure. Endangered species such as one-horned rhinos, Bengal tigers, and Gharial crocodiles abound on the ground, while uncountable species of birds and butterflies dominate the air. The indigenous Tharu ethnic group lives in the lowland Terai areas around the parks areas, and provide a surprising cultural contrast to the mountain peoples of the north. Nepal's parks and reserves offer incredible Wildlife viewing opportunities just choose the best one to suit your time and interests. You will be going into deep jungle on elephant back or four-wheel drive to view wild animals in their natural habitat. The activity of Nepal Jungle Safari includes canoeing, nature walks, bird watching, excursions, and visit to an ethnic Tharu village in the Jungle Safari Park. There are 14 national parks and wildlife reserves in the Kingdom. Royal Chitwan National Park, Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, and Royal Bardiya National Park are most famous and popular.
Royal Chitwan National Park
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve
National Park and Conservation fee
National Park in Nepal
Tibet Information
A brief account of Tibet, its origin, how it grew into a great military power and carved for itself a huge empire in Central Asia, then how it renounced the use of arms to practise the teachings of the Buddha and the tragic conseguences that it suffers today as a result of the brutal onslaught of the Communist Chinese forces is given in the following passages.
Five hundred years before Buddha Sakyamuni came into this world i.e., circa 1063 B.C., a semi-legendary figure known as Lord Shenrab Miwo reformed the primitive animism of the Shen race and founded the Tibetan Bon religion. According to Bonpo sources there were eighteen Shangshung Kings who ruled Tibet before King Nyatri Tsenpo. Tiwor Sergyi Jhagruchen was the first Shangshung King.
Shangshung, before its decline, was the name of an empire which comprised the whole of Tibet. The empire known as Shangshung Go-Phug-Bar-sum consisted of Kham and Amdo forming the Go or Goor, U and Tsang forming the Bar or Middle, and Guge Stod-Ngari Korsum forming the Phug or Interior.
As the Shangshung empire declined, a kingdom known as Bod, the present name of Tibet, came into existence at Yarlung and Chongyas valleys at the time of King Nyatri Tsenpo, who started the heroic age of the Chogyals (Religious Kings). Bod grew until the whole of Tibet was reunited under King Songtsen Gampo, when tha last Shangshung King, Ligmigya, was killed.
The official Tibetan Royal Year of the modern Tibetan calendar is dated from the enthronement of King Nyatri Tsenpo in 127 B.C. This lineage of Tibetan monarchy continued for well over a thousand years till King Tri Wudum Tsen, more commonly known as Lang Darma, was assassinated in 842 A.D.
Most illustrious of the above kings were Songtsen Gampo, Trisong Detsen and Ralpachen. They
are called the Three Great Kings.
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Hanging bridge across the Kali Gandaki on the way from Tatopani. Himalayas, Nepal.
Water buffaloes roam the streets of Pokhara. Nepal.
Short descriptions of Tourist destinations
Kathmandu Valley (1311m) having three fabled cities – Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur. The valley is great historical, cultural and political interest. The valley is open-air museum of artistic temples, monuments, stupas having seven UNESCO World Heritage sites. 2000 years before Kathmandu valley was a big lake. Manjushree, the saint of wisdom came to pay homage to the Lotus. To get closer to the flower, he cut the lake edge at Chovar by his wisdom sword and the water was drained away. Then the valley was created.
Attractive Tourist places in Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu Durbar square - Taleju Bhawani, Kumari, a temple of living goddess, Kasthmandap, Ashok Vinayak, Kal Bhairav, and Erotic Temples. Akash Bhairav Temple, Machhendranath Temple and Annapurna Temple are in main market area. Pashupatinath Temple, Baudhanath Stupa, Monasteries, Budhanilkanth, Swoyambhunath are in around the Ring Road.
Patan - Mul Chowk, Sundari Chowk and Keshav Narayan Chowk, Krishna Mandir, Hiranya Verna Mahavihar, Kumbheshwor, Mahabaudha, Rudraverna Mahavihar, Machhendranath and Minnath Temple, Kumbheswore, The Ashokan Stupas, Achheswor Mahavihar.
Bhaktapur - The Lion Gate, the golden Gate, the picture Gallery, the Palace of 55 Windows, the bell of barking dogs, the Batsala temple. The statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatraya Temple, Pujari Muth, Changu Narayan
Around the Kathmandu Valley
There are many beautiful and interesting places to visit in the vicinity of Kathmandu valley like – Dakshin Kali Temple – A famous Kali Temple and picnic spot of Valley at 22 km south of city.
Chovar George – Here Bhuddist saint Manjushree had slashed a passage to drain out the primordial water and make it inhabitable .
Kirtipur - Typical Newar Village having some temples and monuments of Malla period.
Kakani, Shivapuri, Nagarkot & Dhulikhel -These are the hill stations to view the mountain ranges, sunrise and sunset views
Godawari Botanical Garden - This is a famous picnic spot with green environment.
Bajrabarahi - This is a small wood mark with beautiful Barahi Temple & typical Newar village.
Sankhu - It is 14 km east of Kathmandu. Here is famous Bajrajogini Temple withtypical Newar village.
Banepa - This is 25 km east of Kathmandu having famous Chandeswori Temple in the Newar city.
Namobuddha is 12 km west-south of Banepa. Here is historical Buddhist stupa and monastery.
Panauti - is 7 km west of Banepa having beautiful temples in the Newar city.
Daman is situated 80 km. south-west of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2400 meters. For the view of the breathtaking grandeur of the world’s highest peaks extending in one glittering are from far-west of Mt. Dhaulagiri to far-east of Sagarmatha ( Mt. Everest ), Daman is the best place to view the long Mountain range by its long range telescopes
Donkeys are used to transport goods to mountain villages in the Himalayas. These donkeys just returned from the mountains. Nepal.
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