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Nepal With its ancient culture and the
Himalayas as
a backdrop, landlocked Nepal has long been the destination
of choice for travellers in search of adventure.
With the world's highest mountain, Everest, and
spectacular scenery and wildlife, the country has great
potential as a tourist destination.
It also boasts a distinctive Hindu and
Buddhist culture. But
its environmental challenges including deforestation,
encroachment on animal habitats and vehicle pollution in the
capital, Kathmandu.
Fact
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Full name: Nepal
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Population: 26.3 million (UN, 2005)
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Capital: Kathmandu
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Area: 147,181 sq km (56,827 sq miles)
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Major language: Nepali
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Major religions: Hinduism (official), Buddhism
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Life expectancy: 61 years (men), 62 years (women)
(UN)
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Monetary unit: 1 Nepalese rupee = 100 paisa
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Main exports: Carpets, clothing, leather goods, jute
goods, grain
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GNI per capita: US $270 (World Bank, 2006)
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Internet domain: .np
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International dialling code: +977
Kathmandu
Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, is situated in a valley,
which is an open-air museum of famous sites, Buddhist
monasteries, ancient temples and shrines. It is a city
abounding in historic, artistic and cultural interest.
Several beautiful and interesting villages and towns around
the valley are ideal for mini treks. The dazzling Himalayan
peaks are visible from several points on the mountains
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