Nepal Country Guide | Guide to Nepal
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Country Guide Nepal
Capital:
Kathmandu
Population:
27,133,000
Currency:
Nepalese rupee (NPR)
Religions:
Hindu 80.6%, Buddhist 10.7%, Muslim 4.2%, Kirant 3.6%, other 0.9% (2001 census)
Government:
parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy
Languages:
Nepali 47.8%, Maithali 12.1%, Bhojpuri 7.4%, Tharu (Dagaura/Rana) 5.8%, Tamang 5.1%, Newar 3.6%, Magar 3.3%, Awadhi 2.4%, other 10%, unspecified 2.5% (2001 census)
Climate:
varies from cool summers and severe winters in north to subtropical summers and mild winters in south
Phone Code:
977
Festivals in Nepal
Mani Rimdu Festival [article] Mani Rimdu [photo gallery] Mani Rimdu Festival [photo gallery] Elephant Polo World Championships [web site] Jazzmandu - Kathmandu Jazz Festival [web site]Nepal Accommodation
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Nepal Flights
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Nepalese Reading
A comprehensive traveler's and trekker's guide to one of the most breathtakingly beautiful mountain regions in the world. Opening chapters provide an overview of the country and culture, plus essential information and logistics for visitors and trekkers. In-depth trekking and climbing chapters cover five regions: Western Nepal, Annapurna, Langtang, Everest, and Eastern Nepal. The treks range from classic teahouse routes to newly-charted expeditions. The climbs range from easy scrambling to moderately technical.
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