Nepal is a country rich in culture, world heritage sites, and the Himalayas. It is the world’s 93rd largest country, with an area of 147,181 Square kilometres. It is bordered to the North by Tibet and China and to the south, east, and west by India.
The country is home to approximately 29.3 million people from diverse religious backgrounds, including Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim, Kirant Mundhum, and Christian. Nepali is the national language of Nepal, and the script is in Devanagari. The total population of Nepal comprises approximately 100 ethnic groups that speak around 105 languages.
Nepal is popularly known as the home of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, also known as ‘Sagarmatha’ (Mother of the World) in Nepali. This is not true! Most people do not realize that the North of Nepal is home to eight of the highest snow-crown mountains in the world.
The Nepalese government has officially declared 326 peaks suitable for climbing, while some are categorised as unsafe mountaineering peaks. In total, 1,310 peaks in Nepal rise between 6,000 and 8,848.86 meters high.
Apart from showcasing the beautiful Himalayas, Nepal is also renowned for being the birthplace of the Buddha. Lumbini, the exact birthplace of Buddha, lies in the Tarai region of Nepal. Visitors from all around the world come here to witness this peaceful and holy pilgrim site. Nepal is also home to numerous other pilgrimage destinations where devotees from across the globe come to pay their respects.
Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the largest metropolitan city in the country. The Kathmandu valley is home to an approximately 9 million population in its three districts – Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur.
The city is surrounded by four central hills: Shivapuri, Pulchowki, Nagarjuna, and Chandragiri. It is approximately 1350m above sea level.
The city’s history dates back over 2000 years and includes several UNESCO-recognized World Heritage sites. Tourists worldwide flock to witness the ancient culture, monuments, and activities for which Nepal is well-known, such as trekking and mountaineering. Pokhara, Biratnagar, and Nepalgunj are other major cities in Nepal that attract tourists and promote tourism. Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu serves as the gateway to Nepal’s tourism Industry.
For over a decade, High Camp Trekking has consistently served our guests in Nepal, a country renowned for its rich cultural heritage, including its numerous temples and deities.
Our company representative will greet you at the International Airport and take you to your hotel. We offer a range of fun and exciting activities, including sightseeing, walking, and trekking, in Nepal. The goal is to experience Nepal, its culture, and the diversity of its nature.
