Introduction of Nepal

Introduction of Nepal

Nepal is a small landlocked beautiful country in South Asia and is bordered by China and India. It holds a maximum number of high mountains, including the world’s highest mountain on earth, Mt. Everest.

From eight of the fourteen tallest mountains in the world to the thriving Tarai plains of Jhapa, we can understand having your camera glued to your hand. Dhulikhel is one of the most popular sites to view the Himalayas, so it’s a perfect place to visit if you’re interested in witnessing the beauty of the mountains. Moreover, Pokhara displays Nepal’s stunning beauty at its finest. Its pristine air, the breathtaking background of snow-capped mountains in the Annapurna ranges, and relaxing Phewa, Bagnas, and Rupa Lakes, make the place ‘the jewel of the Himalayas’.

It is a land of the sublime natural beauty of ancient Buddhist monasteries and Hindu shrines, of smiling Sherpas and woolly yaks.  This nation offers various thrilling adventure sports, in addition to hiking, such as rafting, kayaking, and mountain biking. However, the attraction of Nepal is beyond thrill and spills and includes unique cultural heritage, which is on display in its palaces, monasteries, Hindu temples, Buddhist stupas, and places of pilgrimage. The capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu is the home of a remarkable collection of the country’s best architecture including the two UNESCO Heritage Sites such as the Swayambhunath Temple, the Durbar Square, and so on.

Nepal’s adventure tourism is one of its greatest attractions. This is the ideal destination for energetic trekkers, as its offers activities for nature enthusiasts and thrill-seekers. Along with trekking, and mountaineering, tourists can also enjoy various other activities such as bungee jumping, hot air balloons, rafting, fishing, bicycling, etc.

Why Visit in Nepal?

For those who wish to travel to a place where they can feel like they are at the top of the world, Nepal is the ideal option. Who wouldn’t want to brag about climbing the top mountains of the world and visiting the nation where Buddha was born?

Nepal is a nation of kind and friendly people, where deities and mortals coexist and beautiful temples, monasteries, and historical sites can be explored at nearly every turn. It is the home of Sagarmatha, the ‘Mother Goddess of the Universe’ Mount Everest, and her snow-capped contemporaries that comprise the weather-beaten Himalayas.

It is definitely worth visiting Nepal for countless reasons. Most trekkers come to visit this amazing nation to pursue trekking to its massive mountains, but there are other places that should surely not be overlooked. Nepal is a nation with a wealth of tourism destinations and one-of-a-kind travel opportunities ready to welcome tourists from all over the world. Trekkers whose interest lies in other activities apart from walking and trekking will love to enjoy their time in this Himalayan country with unforgettable memories to carry back home, which is worth your hard-earned bucks.

The following are the reasons:

  • Nepal is a land of contradictions. Beautiful natural resources are complemented by a vibrant culture and a strong sense of history. Eight out of the world’s fourteen highest mountains are located in this beautiful nation, which offers a wonderful backdrop for trekking and mountaineering including some of the best white water rafting in the world.
  • With its vast range of altitudes, Nepal is also home to a variety of plant and animal species, including more than 300 species of orchid. With more than 875 bird species.
  • The various national parks of Chitwan and Bardia include lowland tropical rainforests. Nepal is home to an abundance of wildlife. At the remote national parks, one can observe the Bengal tiger, the rare snow leopard, the one-horned rhinoceros, and the Himalayan black beer.
  • The capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu is the home to no fewer than seven World Heritage Sites. Due to its old culture and traditional architecture, Nepal is also renowned for its picturesque monasteries and being the birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini.

A wide variety of accommodations can be found, however, what we recommend and use are award-winning properties mostly in the five-star category. It is highly recommended that you book your accommodations as long in advance as possible, especially if you want to visit Nepal during the festival seasons.

Nepal is a wonderful family-friendly nation that offers a variety of activities to enjoy for children. Children can enjoy activities such as animal safaris, rafting, cultural excursions, nature hikes, etc.

Different Culture

Nepal is home to 125 caste and ethnic groups speaking 123 languages. Each of these ethnic groups has its unique language, belief, festival, and art. For example, the Newari people, the earliest inhabitants of the capital city, Kathmandu still speak their own language; Newari. Indra Jatra festival is a seven-day festival that offers fascinating glimpses into the lifestyle and culture of the Newari people. Moreover, visiting Nepal gives you the opportunity to get out of your comfort zone and get to know its diverse culture.

Mountains/ Himalayan View

Nepal is often called the “Jewel of the Himalayas” since eight of the world’s ten tallest mountains are located there. It is also home to the highest mountain in the world, Mount Everest. Nepal is renowned to be a trekking paradise with different trekking routes, where each trekker can choose from easy and short trip journeys to multi-week, challenging adventure trips in the Himalayan wilderness.

Everest Base Camp hiking, Upper Mustang restricted area trip, Annapurna Base Camp trekking, and Langtang Valley are among the most famous trekking routes in Nepal. Moreover, you can choose any of our trekking packages and explore the Himalayan sceneries making some unforgettable memories to cherish for life.

Mountain Flight

Mountain flying is a way to witness the majesty of the snow-capped mountains from the comfort of a window seat on an aircraft. Flying above the Himalayas is a dream of every mountain-lovers, and mountain flight in Nepal is a dream come true.

A mountain flight in Nepal is an undeniable opportunity to catch a glimpse of Everest and many other snow-capped mountains. The flight covers part of the Langtang range and the Everest range. The major peaks you can see during the flight are Mt Everest, Langtang Lirung, Gauri Shankar, Cho-Oyu, Lhotse, Dorje-Lapka, etc. Also, every passenger is guaranteed a window seat for a better view of the mountains. However, mountain flights are renowned throughout the year but still, some months are better than others months. Normally post winter month seasons of March and April are said to be the best months to do mountain flights.

Short details of the Everest Mountain Flight

  • The flight starts early in the morning at about 6 am from Tribhuvan International Airport.
  • Majestic views of Everest and many other neighbouring mountains
  • Guaranteed window seat
  • View of beautiful Kathmandu city, Boudhanath Stupa, rolling hills, glaciers, and lakes
  • Personalized Everest Experience certificate
  • 50-60minute flight duration

Short details of the Annapurna Mountain Flight

  • The flight starts from Pokhara at around 6-8 am in the morning
  • The flight time is around 30-50 minutes
  • Breathtaking views of Fishtail, Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri range, and many other surrounding peaks.
  • Guaranteed window seat
  • The mesmerizing view of Pokhara City, Phewa Lake, and glaciers

Jungle Safari

Nepal is rich in terms of bio-diversity which makes it an ideal destination for eco-tourism. Aside from being an ideal destination for trekking, hiking, backpacking, and mountaineering, it impresses tourists worldwide with its jungle environment. Whether you are willing t take a glance at the unspoiled wilderness or make your way through the thick forest, you have to set off on a jungle safari in Nepal. Jungle Safari Tour in Nepal is the best way to relax and discover the amazing wildlife in a tranquil environment. Chitwan National Park and Bardiya National Park are the best eco-destination in Nepal for all kinds of jungle adventures.

It’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy the incredible elephant back safari, Jungle walks, jeep safari and animal watching, etc. The magnificent Royal Bengal Tiger, one-horned rhino, musk deer, leopard, crocodile, brilliant coloured birds, and many other endangered animals are the main attractions during the safari tour in Nepal. It is Nepal where you get to view the variety of species of flora and fauna.

The Quest Himalayan Trek and Expedition safari package include an elephant back safari, canoe rides, nature rides, bird watching exploration, nature walks, and a comprehensive tour around the villages to explore the unique tradition and culture. Also, for more fun and exciting adventure, you can also combine safari rides with trekking, rafting, and culture tour.

Rafting

Rafting in Nepal is one of the most fun and exciting trips for adventure travellers. Nepal’s river rafting offers amazing Himalayan views, gorgeous landscapes, thrilling of Nepal Himalayan river and the birds of Nepal. You must try rafting in Nepal if you love nature and the valleys of the Himalayan country. Nepal is 2nd largest country for water resources and is the most popular for white water river rafting in Asia.

Also, white water rafting in Nepal is not only for encountering the challenges of the torrential rapids of the mountains and rivers but also for discovering a cross-section of the country’s natural and cultural history. Trisuli river rafting, Sun Koshi rafting, Bhote Koshi rafting, Seti river rafting, Kali Gandaki river rafting, Karnali river rafting & Marshyangdi rafting are the most renowned rafting trip in this nation. But we; Quest Himalayan Trek and Expedition arrange all Nepal river rafting as per travellers’ wish.

 Bungee Jump

Bungee jumping is one of the most exciting and action-packed activities you must try in Nepal. In Nepal, a country renowned for its culture of mountaineering you will get the best bungee jumping of your life.

With three locations across the nation, many tourists find it difficult to choose where to jump headfirst into an incredible experience. So, Quest Himalayan Trek and Expedition team is here to help you.

Bhote Koshi Bungee Jump – The Last Resort

The first bungee jump in our list is located 80km northeast of Kathmandu, near the Nepal and Tibet border. The suspension bridge hangs 166m over the Bhote Koshi River offering an amazing view. Not only is the bungee jump amazing, but the landscapes and the area are worth the three-hour drive from Kathmandu.

Highlights:

  • Beautiful and comfortable accommodations for those wanting to stay for numerous days
  • Enjoy other activities such as canyoning, whitewater rafting, etc.
  • The incredible settings are amongst the foothills of the breathtaking Himalayas.

Pokhara Bungee Jump

Pokhara is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal. Located close to the Annapurna range, where many popular treks take place and alongside the Phewa Lake, the city is a great place to relax after a trek and have excellent views of the surrounding hills and mountains. Only 25 minutes from Lakeside, the 75m tower was the first bungee tower in Nepal.

Highlights:

  • A short drive from Pokhara
  • Opportunity to experience ziplining
  • The only tower bungee jump in Nepal

Kushma Bungee Jump – The Cliff

Kushma Bungee Jump, located in the Khushma Parvat district of Nepal is the second-highest bungee jump in the world. The free fall from a height of 228 meters is truly thrilling for all jumpers. The suspension bridge spans the Kali Gandaki Gorge between the districts of Kushma and Baglung. Also, this bridge is the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge, which is another reason why so many people desire to visit this location.

In addition to bungee jumping, the cliff also provides the Krishna Swing, which features a six-second free fall, as opposed to the standard bungee jump’s three-second free fall.

Highlights:

  • World’s second-highest bungee jump
  • Get to walk across the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world
  • Enjoy many other activities, including swinging, sky cycling, sky gliding, and more

Paragliding

Enjoy the pleasure of paragliding in Nepal as you fly into the skies and capture the breathtaking views of nature with your bare eyes. Pokhara, the beautiful lakeside town at the foot of the Annapurna mountain range offers paragliding services. The best season to visit Nepal for paragliding is from mid-September to April. Nepal forms a rectangle on the southern slopes of the Himalayas and is without exception, the most stunning imaginable. The main area for paragliding is the Pokhara Valley, commanding views of three of the world’s peaks above 8000m. Located in a vast valley at a height of 800m, this region’s stable environment offers consistent and favourable circumstances for paragliding pilots.

The most popular places to enjoy paragliding in Nepal are:

Different Religions

Religion in Nepal has one of the major highlights of the country. Because of the variety of religions found in Nepal because of the drastic change in the religious sphere. Nepal is a nation that is multi-ethnic, multi-religious, and multi-cultural. Prior to the declaration of secularism, the country was a Hindu nation, but that has since changed. It is now the shelter for people of every religion. The major part of the population follows Hinduism with 81.34% while Buddhism trails behind with 9%. The declaration of Secularism increased the number of people in other religions. It served as a gate pass to go out of previous Hindu cultures, and out into the world of diversity. The major religion people of Nepal follow are Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, Om Shanti, Jainism, and Buddhism.

Facts about religions in Nepal:

  • Nepal is now a secular country and supports freedom of religion.
  • The most common religion found in Nepal is Hinduism with 81.34% population, followed by Buddhism 9.1%, and others.
  • The majority of the religious structures are related to Hinduism or Buddhism.
  • Influencing or forcing others to change their religion is punishable by law.

Natural Beauty

Nepal is a land of amazing natural beauty with hundreds of woodland hiking trails, rivers and streams, verdant green valleys, and hillside towns with terraced fields. The snow-capped peaks of Mount Everest, Annapurna, and more than 1300 peaks found here is the major attraction which drives thousands of trekkers ad climbers from all over the world.  Thus, Nepal is surely a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts.

In contrary to other hill stations, the most gorgeous destinations in Nepal have nothing to do with man-made monuments. Here, nature shines in full beauty. Also, from lakes atop mountain peaks to challenging trekking trails that lead you to a destination that resembles heaven, Nepal is absolutely gorgeous.

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