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Nepal
the land of the highest peaks of the Himalayas
and the Mt Everest, the kingdom of Nepal
is a land of mystical attraction. It's a
land of colorful cultures, ancient history
and people, superb scenery and some of the
best walking on earth.
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Nepal
stretches from north-west to south-east about 800
km and varies in width from around 90 km to 230 km.
According to the official figures the total area of
just 147,181 sq. km.
Within that small area, however, is the greatest range
of altitude to be seen on this earth - starting with
the Terai,only 100mt or so above sea level, and finishing
at the top of Mt. Everest 8848mt, the highest point
on earth. Often people wish is to see the mountains,
especially Everest and Annapurna. The lowlands with
their fertile soils, and the southern slopes of the
mountains with sunny exposures, allow for cultivation
and are the main inhabited regions.
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People
The population of Nepal is approximately 18 million,
and people of different races living in different
regions, with diverse culture, languages and dialects
live here.
The Gurungs and Magars live mainly in the west. The
Rais, Limbus and Sunuwars inhabits the slopes and
valleys of the Eastern mid hills. The Sherpas live
in the Himalayan region. The Newars constitute an
important ethnic group of the capital valley
Kathmandu. There are Tharus, Yadavas, Satar, Rajvanshis
and Dhimals in the Terai region. The Brahmans, Chhetris
and Thakuris are spread generally over all parts of
the Kingdom.
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Nepal lies quite far south in Latitude, the
weather is warmer and winter is much milder
at lower elevations.
Mt. Everest itself is a huge black rock during
the trekking season, which becomes snow-covered
only during the winter. Nepal has four distinct
seasons. Spring from March to May, is warm
with rain showers. Summer, from June to August,
is the monsoon season
when the hills turn lush and green. Autumn,
from September to November, is cool with clear
skies and is the most popular season for trekking.
In winter, from December to February, it is
cold at night, with fog in the early morning.
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Nepali
is the official language of Nepal. Nepali
is closely related to Hindi and, like Hindi,
is a member of the Indo-European group of
languages. Although Nepali is the national
language of Nepal and is the linking language
between all the country's ethnic groups there
are many other languages spoken.
The Newars of the Kathmandu Valley, for example,
speak Newari and there are other languages
spoken by the Tamangs, Sherpas, Rais, Limbus,
Magars, Gurungs and other groups. In the Terai,
bordering India, Hindi and Maithali, another
Indian language of their region, are often
spoken.
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Nepal
also has it's own "Nepali cuisine". However,
other cuisine like Indian, Chinese, Italian,
French, Japanese and Thai are available in
most of the hotels and restaurants. Among
all, Nepali and Newari cuisine are very popular.
Nepali favorite dish 'momo' is world renowned.
Dal, Bhat, Kukhura ko Masu, Tarkari &
Achar: A typical Nepali set meal consists
of Rice, Lentil, Chicken, Vegetables and Pickle.
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