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Four New Options for Trekking in Nepal
Trekking enthusiasts will no doubt be delighted by the news that four new trails have been opened in Nepal – Dhorpatan Trail, Nagi-Narchyang Trail, Panchpokhari Trail, and Lower Solu Trail. ...
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Resources for Locating Missing Family and Friends in Nepal
We have listed some resources for locating missing family and friends in Nepal. Use this Facebook page to check whether your FB friends in the area have been listed as ...
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Migratory Birds Visit Nepal
As Nepal heads into its summer months, birding enthusiasts will no doubt be on the lookout for migratory species that travel to the country to breed. Up to thirty-four species visit Nepal ...
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Newar Rites of Passage
In the cities of Patan, Bhaktapur and Newar of Nepal, live the largest concentrations Newar, who are indigenous to the Kathmandu Valley. Practicing Buddhism and Hinduism, the Newar are a ...
What to See
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Doug Scott
On 29 May 1941, in Notthingham (England), Douglas Keith Scott was born. Today, he is known as Doug Scott CBE, with the CBE title awarded to him in 1994. Doug’s interest in mountain climbing started at a young age after a school outing took them to the White Hall Outdoor Activities Center. This trip inspired Doug Scott to take to the mountains from the age of 12. He would make 45 trips to the ...
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Museums
Nepal is a very interesting country with a long of history. As the center of the Buddhist faith and the home of Mount Everest, this country has become a sort of pilgrimage point for many people around the world. But just what exactly is the history of Nepal? What is the origin of the many interesting family groups that can be found in this beautiful country? What sort of culture have they ...
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Licchavi Dynasty
It is estimated that between roughly 400 and 750 AD, the area now known as Kathmandu valley was ruled over by the Licchavi kingdom. It must be understood that historical records from the time are scant and most of what is understood of the Licchavi Dynasty is taken from buildings and stone inscriptions which date back to this time period. It is thought that the Licchavis migrated to Nepal ...
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Day Hikes
Nepal is a beautiful country with a lot of natural areas worth exploring. One of the best ways to see what this stunning country has to offer is to hike around on foot since this offers you the best opportunity to take in your surroundings at a leisurely pace. For those who are not all that fit or who do not relish the idea of spending days walking around with all your necessary supplies ...
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South Pillar Route
Your adrenaline pumps as the cold wind brushes your face. You have to pinch yourself, if you can get beneath all those layers of clothing, knowing this is a dream you’ve been preparing yourself for most of your life. Here it is towering in front of you – Everest! Nothing will ever compensate for the emotions and feelings you experience as you ascend slowly to the top of the summit.
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Kala Patthar
Most adventurous people visiting Nepal will want to spend at least a little time admiring the fabulous and famous peak of Mount Everest. Whether you intend to climb the mountain or not, you will find that the best views of this stunning mountain are available from nearby Kala Patthar – a small brown mountain with very little appeal itself. Kala Patthar, Nepal is situated on the southern side ...
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Climbers
Over the years many people have taken up the challenge of scaling the world’s greatest mountains but few have received the level of recognition enjoyed by those who have been the first to conquer some of Nepal’s greatest mountains. Some of these climbers in Nepal have attempted to conquer Mount Everest – the biggest and most challenging of them all. Others have attempted to conquer other ...
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Annapurna Circuit
Visitors trekking in Nepal flock to the foothills of the majestic Annapurna mountain range to take on the Annapurna Circuit Trek. The entire mountain range is a variety of breathtaking summits, snow capped peaks, beautiful forests and a historical sites along the way. It is all these amazing features that attracts trekkers and visitors from all over the world to Nepal’s most popular trekking ...
