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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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Conquering Dhaulagiri
Rated as the seventh highest mountain in the world, the majestic Dhaulagiri in north central Nepal is widely considered to be one of the toughest peaks in the world, with mountaineers from ...
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Ayurveda – Healing in Nepal
Translated, the word Ayurveda means “the science of life” and has been a part of the culture in Nepal for approximately 5 000 years. Ayurveda is an alternative and natural form of medicine ...
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Nepal’s Endemic Spiny Babbler
As a species of the Leiothrichidae (laughingthrush) family, the Spiny Babbler (Turdoides nipalensis) is Nepal's only endemic bird, and is found mainly in the lush undergrowth on the slopes ...
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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Mahaboudha Temple
Patan is known as one of the three oldest Nepalese cities in the Kathmandu Valley. It is within this city where many varieties of the traditional arts and crafts can be found such as the metal craft center which can be visited presenting a wonderful array of Nepal’s past and future. It also incorporates some of the most exquisite shrines, carvings and temples and in particular to the east ...
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Pujarimath Museum
The Pujarimath Museum or 'Pujari Math', as it is more commonly called, was built by Yaksha Malla, a King in the fifteenth century. Yaksha Malla establish many temples and palaces during his lifetime, including the fortress palace of Bhaktapur.
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Currency
If you are planning to visit Nepal it would be best for you to exchange some of your money into the local currency as you are almost always required to pay for goods or services with Nepalese Rupee. The only time a foreigner would make an exception to this rule is when he or she pays for airline tickets, trekking permits or hotel bills. Local currency cannot be imported and foreign currency ...
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Davis Fall
Patale Chhango or Hell’s Falls, has accumulated many different names over the years. Located near the Pokhara airport, this attraction has become one of the most popular sights in Nepal. Also known as Devi’s Falls, David’s Falls, Devin Falls and Davis Falls, the name might take on different forms, but the sight remains the same. It is an area that is known for its beauty and ...
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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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Classifieds
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Famous people
Nepal is the birthplace of many notable individuals who have contributed or had an influence on either their country or on the world. Famous people from Nepal include religious icons, literary geniuses, mountaineers and political rulers. Among Nepal's most famous people are the Sherpas, collectively renowned for their great mountaineering skills. Another famous group are the Nepalese ...
Videos
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Annapurna Base Camp!
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Nilam & capt.I.P.Sitoula Muktinath Part 6. Oct 1999.NEPAL.wmv
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Villages of Nepal Terai
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Best Of Asia Overland – Adventure In Comfort. A collection of photos from around the world.