Maps of Nepal, Nepal Maps, Map of Cities of Nepal

Nepal is a small Himalayan Kingdom located between two large countries( India and China).  Nepal has an area of 147,181 Square Kilo meters. Nepal is rich in landscape.

Geographical map of Nepal

Nepal is bordered by India and China
Photo Courtesy: NASA

                                                                                                                                                                     
The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu and it is the home to almost all administrative departments. Kathmandu is a valley and has a moderate climate.

Map of Kathmandu Valley 

Google map of Kathmandu

The red covered area is  Ring Road and is the part where the main city lies. Kathmandu has many places to go around.

Many tourists come to Nepal for Trekking, Hiking and other adventure Sports. Pokhara is also one of the place which attracts most of the tourists.

Map of Pokhara

Most people stay at Lake side. Phewa Lake is the attraction for all the one. 

Trekking in Nepal

Nepal is taken as one of the best places for trekking all over the world. Trekking is the supreme way of  getting acquainted with Nepal's unique blend of natural grace and cultural assests. The famous travel website  Lonely planet tells that Nepal is the third cheapest destination in terms of travel and tourism. It is also one of the most affordable and adventurous places for trekking. The 10 places which are best for trekking in Nepal are:

1.  Annapurna Base camp trek
2. Arun Valley trek
3. Classic Everest trek
4. Everest and East Nepal trek
5. Gorkha to Pokhara trek
6. Langtang Valley trek
7. Rara lake trek
8. Annapurna Circuit trek
9. Safari trek
10. Siklis valley trek

Annapurna base camp is the most famous one here and you can see some of the most beautiful scenery on earth. At Everest base camp trek one will get a chance to bath on the hot springs which fall on the way. On you journey you'll find the serpa guides very helpful and you can also get porters to carry the luggage.

Trekking is possible throughout the year but some seasons are considered fit for the best serving its objective. The seasons are March-June and September-November.

 
Preparations
Be physically fit, have an adventurous attitude and be able walk some distance. Just leave the details to the trekking agencies. You have to decide whether you are going for camp trek, lodge trek or gap trek before setting feet on the hills and mountains. You'll have no difficulty in finding a group since many people come trek in Nepal every year. Licenses cost $10 per day. Also be ready for squat toilets when you're staying at local homes. 

Precautions
Don't go too high too fast or you can be a victim of Mountain sickness.Descend to a lower height to seek medical help if you experience nausea, vomiting and breathlessness. Beware of the leeches during rainy season.

Trekking offers you to know about Nepali people and our culture and it is more than just seeing places. It'll be a good experience getting out of modern life when go to the remote places. Fun loving and adventurous people must once visit Nepal and should get to know more it. We're happy to welcome you. Once you get here you can share your experience by letting us know about it on browsenepal.

NB : Both hiking and trekking are called trekking in Nepal.

Meet Chandra. World's shortest man from Nepal

Chandra Bahadur Dangi hails from Reemkholi, a remote village of Nepal. He has outpaced Gul Mohammad from India as the world's shortest adult man in history. Measuring about 21.5 inches (nearly the height of a lawn mower) Dangi was brought to fame after being spotted by a local  wood merchant. At 73 years of age he is a farmer and craftsman by profession.

Followed by mockery and scoffing in the past because of short stature he now proudly holds a couple of world records to his pocket, another being "World's Shortest Recognized Person". Never been examined by a doctor prior to his encounter with Guinness's medical official Dangi was skipped out of school after making it through some classes. He only does domestic works and consumes small amount of normal Nepali food (rice with vegetables). He has five siblings all of usual height.

He was measured thrice before being bestowed with the Guinness awards. After possessing the certificates Dangi in a jolly good mood revealed his desire of travelling across Nepal and foreign lands. He does not want to get married but wants to meet the prime minister in person. He aspires to promote the country and its people to the world through his titles.