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Not many visitors to Nepal are aware that it is home to a massive variety of delicate and colorful butterfly species. In fact, the study of butterflies in Nepal has been ongoing for the last 150 years, and has revealed a collection of butterflies that is said to be one of the best in the world. It was the British who first showed an interest in collecting and documenting the butterfly species of the country, after which the Japanese began where the British left off in 1950. All the research done finally resulted in the founding of the Natural History Museum in Swoyambhu, in the year 1974, by the Tribhuvan University.
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For centuries the Narayanhiti Palace stood as a symbol of royalty and of affluence, and was one of the structures in Nepal that no-one has been able to enter, except for those authorized or invited by the royal family. It has been a building shrouded in controversy, scandal and mystery, as the thick walls and armed guards tried to shield the palace and its inhabitants from the world. But in 2008, the Shah monarchy was brought to its knees and the gates to the Narayanhiti Palace opened to the public in February 2009.
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How does the exchange rate affect my budget?
All holiday travel is exciting, but if you are planning a trip to another country the excitement can be overwhelming unless you have a travel plan and a budget. A big part of the planning should revolve around the currency exchange market. Understanding and knowing when to exchange currency will reduce the stress of planning the trip and it also helps you develop an accurate travel budget with fewer surprises. Traveling to a country in the European Union is always a fun filled adventure and with the birth of the Euro exchanging money has become less of a nuisance, especially if you are going to visit more than one country on your holiday. Even with all the planning, some travelers wait until the day before to exchange currency and that decision can be an expensive one.
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Kathmandu is a beautiful place filled with many exciting attractions. Most likely if you are planning to visit, you will find that there is a never ending number of monasteries, temples and shrines to see. There are also a number of colorful festivals to be enjoyed in Nepal. But sometimes a change from all this is most welcome. If that is how you feel, you might want to make your way to the eastern side of the old city of Kathmandu.
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Approximately four kilometers outside of Kathmandu, Nepal, lies one of the most beautiful cities in the country – Patan. Not only is Patan located within a picturesque valley but it is well known throughout Nepal for its art, jewelry, craftwork, painting and woodwork. The local’s ability to create beauty from wood and metal spans generations and the carvings and sculptures found within and outside the Nageswara Temple, Ramswamy Temple, Sarangapani Temple and the Kumbeshwar Temple are legendary, and have become great attractions in Patan.
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Nepal is a beautiful country filled with interesting legends and cultures. Many visitors come here to explore the various facets of the Buddhist faith. There is certainly no shortage of temples and shrines to visit and religion makes up a large facet of the country’s cultural and historical legacy.
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If you’re traveling near the Nepal/India border and you need somewhere to spend a night, the city of Birganj would definitely be your best choice. While small in comparison to other cities, Birganj is the biggest town in southern Nepal’s Parsa District. It’s location on the edge of the country has given it quite a bit of distinction as a portal town between the two countries.
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Whilst exploring ancient cities and regions, one learns much about the history of the location, how it was established, why a certain culture is dominant and how the past has shaped the present. Mithila was originally located in what was once Ancient India. Although the Mithila region spreads over India, Nepal and Bihar, it has been determined that the city of Mithila itself was what is known as Janakpur today. Many traditions and rare cultural gems still remain, even though the borders, population and rulers might have changed.
