Nepal is a gorgeous country and an inexpensive place to see. With so much on offer, from a number of the worlds earliest temples, trekking in the Himalayas, rafting, kayaking, horse riding, cycling, or simply lounging around lakes. Now is the best time to see, before tourism takes over the nation.

The people are a varied mixture of local hill tribes, such as the Sherpas, refugees from Tibet and migrants from India. Buddhism was once the dominant religion, and it has left some of the worlds greatest temples. Hinduism has become the significant faith, which has lead to amazing re-use of temples and religious sites, and among the world's most religiously tolerant countries.

Despite current political difficulties, Nepal is a tourist-friendly country. The folks are friendly and helpful. Prices are cheap, and tourist services are good. There are few real streets in Nepal, but a good bus service covers the countries bumpy roads. Flyers may also be available between the big settlements.

Since 1996 the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) has been waging a People's War from the Nepal state in the hills of Nepal. They want Nepal to become an established communist republic, rather than the present inherent Hindu monarchy. Whilst their ideas will probably lead to a greater Nepal, their methods of torture, blackmailing and extortion has caused turmoil in the nation and ruined its tourism. On the other hand, the Maoist individuals have never targeted tourists, and few people have ever experienced any problems.

In the last few decades, tourism has started to regain momentum, particularly around areas such as Kathmandu and Pokhara. The slump has caused greatly discounted prices across the country.
Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, is a hectic place, but the house to some of the worlds earliest and finest temples. The Durbur squares of Kathmandu along with the nearby town of Patan are full of palaces and temples. Kathmandu has the worlds earliest Pagodas, and all of Asia's Pagodas are derived from these original designs. The stupas (temples) of Swayambhunath and Bodnath are perhaps Nepal's most famous images. Beautiful, grand whitewashed buildings topped with a tower with Buddha's all-seeing eyes.

Pokhara is Nepal's second city, at least in terms of tourism. The expansive lake of Phewa Tal, surrounded by lovely green mountains is an idyllic place to spend a few days or the remainder of your visa! As though that was not enough, the mighty Fish Tail mountain sits in the Himalaya range that's not possible to lose in this area. Pokhara offers a lot of, with a few of Nepal's best hiking, cycling, paragliding, a few of the worlds best rafting & kayaking on several different rivers, various temples, bizarre views, and a gorgeous lake to devote some time floating around. It might be a bumpy 8-hour bus ride from Kathmandu, but it is definitely worth it.

Chitwan National Park, south of Kathmandu, is an unbelievable national park. Now nicely handled, ensuring amazing breeding problems for your creatures, but also the correct management of the forests and surrounding area. In particular, the tigers, elephants and freshwater dolphins make Chitwan a great visitor experience.

Nepal isn't only home to Mount Everest, but additionally 8 of the worlds 10 greatest peaks. Nepal is regarded as the ultimate trekking destination, with endless paths across the nation, which range from 1 hour to 28 days. The Everest Base Camp Trek provides a number of the best views of those worlds greatest peaks. But in case the 2-week trek isn't something, then take the bus into the village of Nagarkot. From here you may view Mount Everest, though it is not much more than a dot in the distance, in addition to a number of the worlds additional greatest peaks.