POTENTIAL OF NEPAL

Submitted by :

Rizwan Ansari

M.A.Tourism Administration

CONTENT LOCATION OF NEPAL

ABOUT NEPAL

PLACES TO VISIT

KATHMANDU CITY

BODHNATH

PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE

SWAYAMBHUNATH TEMPLE

POKHRA VALLEY

LUMBINI

MOUNT EVEREST

ADVENTURES IN NEPAL

CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK

NEPAL AFTER RECENT EARTHQUAKE 2015

LOCATION OF NEPAL

ABOUT NEPAL Surrounded by the lofty heights of the

Himalayas, Nepal is a land of eternal beauty and attraction.

It's a land of colorful cultures, ancient history and people, picturesque scenery and some of the best walking on earth.

It is popularly known for the highest mountain peak of the world, Mount Everest which stands tall at 8848 metres.

Nepal tourism informs about places to visit in Nepal, famous for the birthplace of Gautam Buddha who laid the foundation of Buddhism in the country.

Nepal having rich traditions of art, culture and heritage. Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal is a treasure house of ancient art and culture.

PLACES TO VISIT IN NEPAL

KATHMANDU CITY

The capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu Valley is the most important region in Nepal, the centre of political, commercial and cultural activities in Nepal.

The capital city is for many travellers, even the name Kathmandu conjures up images of spirituality , mysticism and adventure.

BODNATH

• It is the most important

tibetan buddhist monument

outside tibet.

• Bodnath is the largest stupa

in nepal and is the religious

center for nepal's large

community of Tibetans.

• A World Heritage Site

PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE

Pashupatinath Temple, with its astonishing architectural beauty, stands as a

symbol of faith, religion, culture and tradition.

Temple's existence dates back to 400 A.D.

Regarded as the most sacred temple of Hindu Lord Shiva in the world

SWAYAMBHUNATH

Here the white semi-circular mound with an umbrella on the top, represents the steps to nirvana. The Stupa is hung with multi-colored prayer flags.

It is the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu Valley. Historical records found on a stone inscription give evidence that the stupa was

already an important Buddhist pilgrimage destination by the 5th century A.D. i.e. before the coming of Buddhism in the valley.

Pokhara valley , a land of spectacular beauty crowned by the majestic Himalayas,conjures vision of calm but vibrant green hills.

Three out of the ten highest mountains in the world — Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I and Manaslu — are within 30 miles of the city.

The city is also a base for trekkers undertaking the Annapurna circuit ranges in the Himalaya.

Pokhra is also recognized as one of the major destination for adventure tourism.

POKHARA VALLEY

LUMBINI

Lumbini, birthplace of Lord Buddha, is the centre of holy faith for the millions of Buddhists all over the world.

A collosal stone pillar built by the great Indian emperor Ashoka is also here. Account of the birth of Buddha is inscribed on it.

One of the most important historical sites in the country, UNESCO world heritage site.

MOUNT EVEREST

Earth’s tallest mountain, hovering at 8,848 meters(29,029 ft)

Located in the Solukhumbu District

Also known as “Sagarmatha”

A World Heritage Site

ADVENTURES IN NEPAL

TREKKING

Nepal is in the shade of the Himalayas/ several trekking routes.

Most of people across world come for trekking

MOUNTAIN CLIMBING

Nepal is most popular in mountain climbing

Most of the tourist come to Nepal for its Adventure tourism

PARAGLIDING IN NEPAL BUNJEE JUMPING

Nepal Mountain Flights take one within the camera range of some of the highest peaks in the world, and cruising so close to the awe-inspiring massifs of rock and ice, is a heavenly experience. The following peaks are covered in the Himalaya flight tour.

Rafting in Nepal is an experience which pumps thrill inside one's body.

If you think rafting in Nepal is all about mountains and rivers, you are mistaken. While you go for rafting, you also enjoy magnificent temples, craft shopping, lovely scenic views and intriguing culture.

RIVER RAFTING

MOUNTAIN FLIGHTS

First National Park in Nepal

Consists of elephants, tigers,

rhinos, boars, and leopard

Located in mid and south

Chitwan, in central Nepal

A World Heritage Site

Best Time to Visit :From

October to February

CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK

NEPAL AFTER RECENT EARTHQUAKE 2015

Nepal is heavily reliant on its tourism industry, the country’s largest source of foreign exchange.

Nepal's devastating earthquake that has claimed nearly 7,300 lives so far is likely to hit the 10 billion-rupee tourism industry.

The city’s landmark, the 61 meter high bhimsen tower, collapsed, its ruined stump now serving as a selfie stop for dazed nepali kids.

The country’s most important hindu shrine pashupatinath was also partially damaged.

The everest base camp is devastated and at least 18 climbers are dead. The outlook for this year’s climbing season, due to start now, is grim. Trekking too is likely to take a hit.

The earthquake is likely to cause a reduction in people hitting the trails to the world’s highest peak in the coming season starting in october.

The earthquake is likely to cause a reduction in people hitting the trails to the world’s highest peak in the coming season starting in october.

Tourism sector has taken a beating in nepal, with industry sources fearing cancellation of over two lakh international visitors.

According to nepalese archaeology department officials, a total of 57 monuments in the kathmandu valley have been destroyed in last week's powerful temblor.

PLEASE PRAY FOR NEPAL

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