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NEPAL
The Kingdom of Nepal covers an area of 147,181
square kilometers, and stretches 145-241 kilometers north to south
and 850 kilometers west to east. The country is located between
India in the South and China in the North. At latitudes 26 and 30
degrees north and longitudes 80 and 88 degrees east, Nepal is the
land of extremes. Nepal has a typical monsoonal two season years.
There's the dry season from October to May and there's the wet
season from June to September-November, the start of the dry season,
is in many ways the best time of year in Nepal. With the monsoon
only recently finished, the countryside is green and lush, Nepal is
at its most beautiful and there are some colorful festivals to
enjoy.
It has the highest mountain Mt. Everest towering above populated
valleys and forested plans in which lordly tigers and lazy
rhinoceroses live. Enchantment is hidden everywhere and it has
enough excitement to offer to every body. Kathmandu, the capital
city of Nepal, is a living museum, Its shrines, temples and palaces
have their own stories to tell, Kathmandu valley has exotic setting.
The magic of Nepal is manifested in its mountains, rivers, Jungles
and intriguing culture. Fly near the summit of Mt. Everest (8,848m)
and enjoy the convoluting river system beneath. The medieval
bazaars, the artistic wonders, the dramatic festivals and colourful
temple worship of Kathmandu will enrapture you forever.
The ancient town of Dhulikhel is also famous for its scenic beauty
and old tradition. Just 32 km away from Kathmandu, Nagarkot is the
popular tourist resort of Nepal offering excellent views to
Himalayan mountains.
The Pokhara valley is one of the most picturesque spots of Nepal.
The beauty of the valley is enchanted by its lovely lakes Phewa,
Begnas and Rupa. Nepal's largest forest regions, is the home of many
rare species of animals, Your wildlife safari adventure can be as
active as you like.
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