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Tourist Attractions in Nepal

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Kathmandu Kathmandu, the capital and largest city in Nepal, is like no other city in the world. The decaying buildings in the heart of the city are a stark contrast to the lively atmosphere that permeates the streets. The smell of incense wafts from stores while street sellers push their goods, and people go about their daily lives, all against a backdrop of historic temples and carved statues. For several hundred years, Kathmandu was one of three rival royal cities, along with Bhaktapur and Patan. Situated in close proximity to each other, today these three almost run together. The highlight of Kathmandu has long been Durbar Square, the largest of the palace squares in the three royal cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Temples and monuments of varying shapes, sizes, styles, and faiths can be found here. Kathmandu's Durbar Square was severely damaged in the 2015 earthquake, with many buildings destroyed beyond repair, but it still remains a special place to visit. Bhaktapur B
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popular temple of kathmandu

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  Pashupatinath Temple Hinduism is the most widely followed religion in Nepal. The country has embrac ed this religion and respects it with several sacred places of interest, including Pashupatinath Temple. The sacred place is considered one of the most important temples in the world and one of the most visited tourist places in Kathmandu. The complex is on UNESCO World Heritage Sites’ list for decades. The extensive Hindu temple has a sprawling collection of images, inscriptions, ashrams, temples and images.   Highlights : There are 12 Jyotirlinga in India and the one in Nepal is the head over this body. The temple has 275 holy abodes of Shiva as well. Temple architecture is quite intriguing as it is built in Nepalese pagoda style of architecture. The wooden rafters are carved to perfection whereas the overall foundation is like cubic constructions. The sacro sanctum here is that of s stone Mukhalinga, or a linga with a face . Boudhanath (Stupa) A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of
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things to do in nepal

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    Nepal, the land of Buddha and the world’s tallest peak Mt. Everest (also known as ‘Sagarmaatha’ in the national language- Nepaleese), is a small country of 26 million people, 86% of whom live in rural areas. Nepal shares its northern border with the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, and its other borders with India. Despite its position between the planet’s two most populous countries, Nepal has maintained a unique culture. It is the home of a multitude of distinct ethnic groups, each with its own rich traditions. Coming to Nepal is coming to an experience  that is only yours. From the remotest corners  to the urban landscape, Nepal embodies a  sensory experience of colour, sounds, sights  and tastes. Visit Nepal welcomes you to life’s  amazing moments. Tourism is not only a major  economic sector of Nepal but  also an area with immense  potentiality.  Our country is   exceptionally  gifted in nature,  culture and heritage. Many of  our beautiful locations  are yet   to be explored
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