It is nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, sandwiched between the two giants India and China. Nepal has sublime scenery; time-worn temples surround Earth best trekking and climbing routes. It is one of the wealthiest countries in terms of bio-diversity due to its unique geographical position and altitude variation.
The elevation of the country ranges from 60 meters to Mt. Everest at 8,848 meters. All are within a distance of 150 km, resulting in climatic conditions that range from sub-tropical to arctic. This unique variation fosters an incredible variety of ecosystems, the most fantastic mountain range on Earth, thick tropical jungles teeming with a wealth of wildlife, thundering rivers, rolling hills, hidden valleys, centuries-old diverse ethnic cultures, and festivals. This has resulted in one of the most fascinating Himalayan destinations for adventure trekking, cultural tours, peak climbing, and mountaineering expeditions.
Where is Nepal: Facts about Nepal Himalayas
Location: Asia, between India and China
Latitude: 26 deg; 12 and 30 deg; 27 deg North
Longitude: 80 deg; 4 and 88 deg; 12 East
Area: 1, 47,181 sq. Kilometers (56,827 sq. miles)
Capital City:Kathmandu: One of the few cities in the world where Seven World Heritage Sites are situated within a 20 km radius
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Population 30 million
People: Over 120 Ethnic Groups & 70 Spoken Languages
Religion < strong>Hinduism and Buddhism co-exist in perfect harmony, making Nepal is a Melting Pot of both religions
A living Cultural Heritage: Our heritage is alive and dynamic. Shamanism, Pan-animism &
Witchcraft is still practiced in remote regions. Temples, Shrines, monuments, and monasteries are extremely active, with devotees burning butter lamps, singing hymns, chiming temple bells, and playing drums.
Political System:Democracy Republic of Nepal
National BirdLophophorus (Danfe)
National flowerRhododendron Arboreum (Lali Gurans)
Topography: From the world deepest gorge Kali-Gandaki to the highest point on earth, Everest 8,848 m.
Vegetation: Nepal possesses some of the most outstanding bio-diversity in the world, ranging from sub-tropical Rainforests to the Alpine desert.
Weather: Climate ranges from tropical in the lowlands to the Arctic at higher altitudes.
Seasons :
- Winter (December-February)
- Summer (March-May)
- Monsoon (June-Aug)
- Autumn (Sept-Nov)
Monsoon :
It primarily rains at night, making the following days crispy, clean, and fresh. Most of the northern belt of the Trans-Himalayan zone is rain-shadowed and ideal for trekking
Nepal, 0ccupying only 0.1 of the Earth, is Home to:
- 2% of the flowering plants in the world.
- 8% of the world population of birds (more than 848 species)
- 4% of mammals on Earth
- 11 of the world 15 butterfly families (more than 500 species)
- More than 600 Indigenous plant families
- More than 319 species of exotic orchid