Nepal is the only Hindu monarchy on the world. Despite it, lots of people with nationality and religion differences live there without any conflicts. Nepal lies between India and Tibet. These neighbors have influenced Nepal for whole history and India is main partner for Nepal even now. Economy of Nepal is directly dependent on India. Very important for Nepal is the tourism, because of magnificent nature. Unfortunately last years there was decline 60% of foreign tourists, because of conflicts with Maoists, the rebels who don’t agree with nowadays political form. Despite of these conflicts, in which are involved only the local people, it is said that Nepal is one of the safest country on the world.

The most important thing in Nepal is just the nature, the range of Himalayas in the China-Nepal borders. In Nepal lies eight mountains with high exceeding 8000 meters - Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, Shinsha Pangma, Cho Oyu, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Kanchenjunga. In addition we can find fascinating jungle with elephants, crocodiles and other exotic animals on the South of Nepal.

People in Nepal

Population of Nepal is 28 901 790 inhabitants. Nepali, the official language is only spoken by 50% of population; other languages are Maithili, Bhojpury, Tharu and other local languages. In the tourist areas most of the people are also English spoken. Main religion is Hindu 84%, but many Buddhists (10%) and Muslims (4%) are there.

History of Nepal

Even thought that Nepal is a small country, big role in Asian history this country had. Nepal is the birthplace of Buddha and famous Indian emperor Ashoka lived there. Nepali nationality exists 200 years, but the civilization which was on nowadays Nepal area is one of the oldest one. From the late history the fights with Tibet and Britain are important, from this time the prestige Ghur army comes. In 1962 the party less system was introduced, called system of panchayats, which was unique just for Nepal. In 1990 after the Nepal-Indian crisis the new democracy era begins.

Culture

Because of same religion with India and Tibet, the culture is similar with these neighbours. Nepali culture is connected with the music and dance. Celebration festivals are very popular. For people from undeveloped region, festival is the only opportunity to visit bigger town or city.

What to do in Nepal

Himalayas inherently belong to Nepal so a mountain visiting is the most important thing, which should be included in the itinerary. Beside the mountains, Nepal can also offer nice jungle and very old historical monuments.