Some information of 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 60m. above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8,848m, all within a distance of 150 kilometers 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 ethnic groups and sub-groups who speak over 93 languages and dialects. Nepal offers an astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventure oppurtunities found nowhere else on earth.
Nepal Fact Sheet
Language: Nepali is the National Language, however travel –trade people speak and understand English Language as well.
Currency: Nepalese Rupees(Rs)
Political System: Multiparty
Democracy.
National Bird: Impean Pheasant (Danfe)
National Flower: Rhododendron Arboreum (Lali Gurans).
Area: 147,181 sq. km
Geography: Situated between China in the north and India in the South
Location: Latitude: 2612' to 3027' North Longitude:804' to 8812' East
Capital: Kathmandu
Population: 23 million
People: more than 103 ethnic groups and 93 spoken languages
Climate: Sub-tropical in low lands to arctics in higher altitudes
Nepal’s Four Season
1. Winter: December-February
2. Spring: March-May
3. Summer: June-August
4. Autumn: September-November
Nepal's most popular temple is PASHUPATI TEMPLE. |