Nepal

Nepal is a small country, spanning just 124 miles across, although it has a diverse landscape, ranging from the lush forests of the Indian plain to the soaring snow-capped heights of Everest at 8,848 meters. In this country of beautifully kind people, petite stone villages nestle in remote valleys and gushing glacier-fed rivers chicane between these two sites. Nepal has firmly resurfaced on the map and is once again available for business in a significant manner. According to Lonely Planet, Nepal is ranked fifth among the “ten destinations you can’t miss.” The country has a diverse, multi-ethnic, and multi-dimensional culture rooted in ancient customs and traditions. Nepalese culture is intimately linked to that of the larger Indian Subcontinent, and it is influenced by Indian and Tibetan civilizations. Music, architecture, religion, and literature all have a strong effect on Nepalese culture. A large number of temples, churches, monasteries, and other religious buildings, the hurly-burly in the streets, and the number of people and animals mingling on every corner of the small cobblestone roads may leave you speechless on your first visit to Nepal. Nepalese cuisine is a mix of cuisines from the country’s many ethnic groups, and it has been influenced by Asian culture. A meal is never complete without a substantial portion of rice. Rice is typically served with daal, a spicy lentil soup, and tarkari, a vegetable curry. Nepalese art is predominantly religious. The Newar ethnic group is responsible for the majority of Nepal’s traditional art and architecture. Their workmanship, Paubha painting, and sculpting are well-known. A cast-bronze statue of Hindu and Buddhist deities is created by the Newari. 

The tiny mountain country of Nepal has an almost mythological quality, with Mount Everest straddling its border, rare one-horned rhino wandering its forests, and pagodas dotting its valleys. The Kathmandu Valley is lined with temples, palaces, and pilgrimage sites, while the capital itself is home to spice bazaars, shrines, and artisan enterprises. River plains and jungle comprise Chitwan National Park, which is home to Bengal tigers and gharial crocodiles. In between, medieval towns with ornate Newari palaces and narrow cobblestone alleyways may be found. The ever-present Annapurna and Everest mountains, which comprise the country’s backbone, keep an eye on everything. Nepal is synonymous with trekking:  excursions are simple and affordable to plan, and there is a dizzying array of paths to choose from, ranging from easy self-guided day walks to epic multi-week adventures. The Nepali city, Kathmandu, features an astounding array of street food sellers, as befits one of Asia’s top backpacker cities. Swayambhunath is a beautiful Buddhist stupa, a dome-shaped monument displaying the painted eyes of the Buddha, capped with a golden spire and surrounded by a complex of temples, shrines, restrooms, and sculptures, high on a hilltop in the west of Kathmandu. Kathmandu’s ancient areas, as well as Patan (also known as Lalitpur – “City of Beauty”) and Bhaktapur, are recognized for their evocative medieval architecture. Pokhara, a laid-back lakeside city, is one of the best spots on Earth for adventure sports fans. It provides everything from trekking and rafting to bungee jumping and canyoning, all in the shadow of the Annapurna and Manaslu mountains.

The ideal months to visit Nepal are October, November, and December during the fall season. The weather is perfect for getting outside and trying new things as well as seeing the most popular tourist destinations. From its temple-filled capital to its awe-inspiring mountains and wildlife-rich forest, you can explore the Kingdom of Nepal’s hidden gems.

Things to do in Nepal-

• Bhaktapur and Patan– Exploring Bhaktapur and Patan are one of the many leisure activities available in Nepal. Bhaktapur is noted for historical Nepali charms such as Newari community works, masks, terracotta handicrafts, and potteries from local marketplaces. The temples and monuments’ wood carvings are very beautiful. Patan, a Nepalese old city on the banks of the Bagmati River, is noted for its magnificent temples.

• Tengboche Trek– Begin the trek by descending through the pine forest on a tiny route. It winds its way up the edge of the ridge that the Tengboche monastery sits on. On a clear day, the views of Everest and the surrounding peaks are breathtaking, and you can see the trail up to base camp.

• Kathmandu– Kathmandu is a chaotic, helter-skelter city with meandering alleyways crowded with rickshaws, secret temples, hidden courtyards with medieval-looking workshops, and markets offering a product of every colour, shape, and fragrance imaginable. Here, you can visit Pashupatinath Temple, Kopan Monastery, Boudhanath, Durbar Square, and Thamel Area.

• Pokhara– Pokhara is a gateway to the Himalayas, serving as the finish of the famed Annapurna circuit trip as well as the starting point for numerous smaller Annapurna treks. For others, it’s the final chance to stock up before travelling to the mountains; but, even if you’re not a trekker, there’s plenty to see and do here. Pokhara boasts a number of museums, and the surrounding hills include several amazing caves, waterfalls, and Tibetan communities.

• Chitwan National Park– The heavily swampy terrain of Chitwan, which spans 332 square miles, is home to a wide range of reptiles, animals, and birds, including tigers, crocodiles, monkeys, rhinos, deer, kingfishers, egrets, paradise flycatchers, and brahminy ducks. A wildlife safari in Chitwan National Park is certainly one of the most exciting things to do in Nepal.

• Koshi Tappu- The Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve is a birding hotspot in the Terai’s eastern region. Its marshes and grasslands are home to at least 527 bird species, many of which are uncommon or endangered. The swamp francolin, Bengal florican, and red-necked falcon are among them. Some of the only remaining areas, endangered wild water buffaloes with massive horns, can been seen.

• Mount Everest- If you’re going to Nepal for a vacation, a helicopter ride over Mount Everest and flights across Himalayan peaks and ranges should be on your itinerary. The 3.5-hour helicopter journey will provide a breathtaking view of the world’s highest peak as well as a panoramic flight for an hour over other significant peaks.

• Fishtail Peak– Ultraflight is similar to paramotoring and paragliding in terms of sensation. Ultraflight is one of the greatest and most well-known things to do in Nepal, and it will undoubtedly leave you breathless. Adventure seekers seek out that feeling in the stomach as the earth rolls away beneath their feet. Ultra flight in Nepal is the most effective technique to relive that sensation. A bird’s eye view of Nepal, including the famed Fishtail Peak, will leave you speechless.