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A Brief History of Limbuwan
Historically consisting of ten Limbu Kingdoms in the Himalaya, Limbuwan once covered the area of modern day Panchthar, Taplejung, Ilam, Terhathum, Jhapa, Dhankuta, Sankhuwasabha, Sunsari and ...
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Nepal’s Flying Fox
Most people are apprehensive about bats but when they learn that a particular bat has a wingspan of more than four feet, they become edgy. Spawned by horror stories of vampire bats that are ...
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Circling the Annapurna in Nepal
One of the most spectacular and rewarding regions for adventure tourism in Nepal is circling the Annapurna, among the tallest Himalayan mountains. This adventure tourism Nepal expedition will ...
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Discover the Delightful Town of Banepa
The town of Banepa is situated about 26 kilometers east of Kathmandu in Nepal. With the only highway connecting Nepal to Banepa running through the town, Banepa is considered to be a ...
What to See
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Bronze and Brass Museum
Standing opposite the National Woodworking Museum of Nepal, which lies within the Pujari Math in Tachapal Tole in Bhaktapur, lies the beautiful Bronze and Brass Museum. This fine Nepali museum is housed within an ancient building, dating back to the 15th century.
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Hot Air Ballooning
There are many ways to see the beautifully diverse Nepal, but nothing quite compares with a hot air balloon ride - it’ll be an hour that you will never forget. One such example is the hot air balloon sunrise ride. It is truly breathtaking as you gaze 360 degrees around upon the most magical scenery. It all begins as you gently rise over historical temples, roofed houses tiled in red, lonely ...
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Shechen Monastery
The original Shechen Monastery was destroyed during the Chinese occupation of Tibet in the 1950s. Nevertheless, its essence was preserved by Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche who was exiled to Nepal and who established a new home for the monastery here. Thus, while the building itself is quite new and vibrant, the philosophies, culture and practices that you find within its walls are as old as time ...
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Lhotse
Lhotse Mountain makes up one of the eight highest and majestic mountains in the entire world, sitting at a formidable height of 8,516 meters above the sea level. Its most famous heritage is it’s proximity to the most graceful, but most dramatic mountain - Mount Everest. Lhotse is the main summit, but in addition there is Lhotse Middle at a height of 8,414 meters and Lhotse Shar at 8,383 ...
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French Embassy
The French Embassy is located in the city of Kathmandu and provides vital Consular Services to the French residents in Nepal and to the French citizens that come to visit the country, as well as to Nepali residents who wish to travel to France. There is a long history between France and Nepal that has resulted in a strong relationship.
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Mahendra Museum
Together with the Tribhuvan Museum and the Birendra Museum, the Mahendra Museum is located in the Hanuman Dhoka Palace. Here visitors will be able to marvel at the breathtaking architecture and explore the lives of three of Nepal’s Kings. Even though King Mahendra’s father, King Tribhuvan, is remembered for his valiant fight for democracy, Mahendra would leave behind a legacy far ...
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Gokyo Lake
Nepal is splendid in all its beauty but it has one really outstanding attraction: Mount Everest. Since the first ascent by Edmund Hillary and his team, people have pilgrimage to this destination in awe. Some say the best view point of Everest is taken from the Everest base camp. However, Gokyo Ri, Machharmo Ri and Renjo La will give you a superb view of the ever famous Mountain.
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National Parks
There are a great number of National Parks in Nepal which are definitely worth a visit. The country has an abundance of wildlife which will appeal to all – snow leopards, Indian rhinoceros, barking deer, bears and tigers – and that's not all! Many a Nepali legend has incorporated these stunning creatures, and life in Nepal would not be quite the same without them. The best way to view ...
