“Heaven is a myth; Nepal is real”. A little gorgeous nation that lies in South Asia between two giant countries, i.e., India and China is Nepal. Although Nepal looks small in physical appearance, it is heavily blessed with natural beauty. Viewing the captivating natural beauty of this country, one can realize that nature has done bias to other nation. Nepal is one of the most preferred tourist destinations for both domestic and foreign tourists. Lonely Planet has included Nepal in its top 10 list of must-visit tourist destinations for 2023, where it got the eighth rank. China ranks Nepal at the top as the best tourist destination for its citizens for 2023.
‘Mt. Everest’, the highest peak in the world with an incredible height of 8848.86 meters, lies in Nepal. It is the national emblem of our country. One who knows Mt. Everest certainly knows Nepal. Likewise, there are 14 mountains in the world with a height of more than 8000 meters; among them, Nepal has eight mountains. This reveals that there cannot be better options than Nepal for mountain lovers and climbers. Apart from this, more than 6,000 rivers, 3250 glaciers, and 5000 plus picturesque lakes have enhanced the beauty of this nation. It is the birthplace of the light of Asia, ‘Gautam Buddha’. Being here, visitors can learn intensively about Lord Buddha and his childhood. Nepal is a rich country in biodiversity. 208 mammals, 867 birds, 123 reptiles, 55 plus amphibians, 230 freshwater fish, and 651 species of butterflies are available here. It is also the land of brave Gorkhali soldiers, whose exceptional bravery to protect the sovereignty of a nation is still appreciated across the globe.
Nepal is a multi-lingual, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-religious nation. People who speak 131 languages and are of 125 castes reside together in peace and harmony as the same members of the family. This allows the tourists to observe our diverse culture, traditions, religion, customs, and so on. They also get an opportunity to taste the varieties of delicious dishes prepared by diverse ethnic groups. Dal (lentil), bhat (rice), and tarkari (curry) are the national foods of Nepal. Also, travelers can enjoy the taste of other unique and palatable food items such as Thukpa, MoMos, Sel Roti, Choila, etc. while they are here. Nepalese believe in “Atithi Devo Bhava,” meaning we regard our guest as the incarnation of the almighty god. Guests are treated like family here. During their stay in Nepal, travelers can feel as if they are in their own home. Moreover, Nepal has competent, tourism-friendly manpower that will make the journey of tourists in Nepal interesting.
There are 10 heritage sites in Nepal that are enlisted as world heritage sites by UNESCO, like Pashupatinath, Swoyambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, etc. This enables the visitors to observe our magnificent arts, handicrafts, culture, history, and so on. When they return to their native country, they do not need to return empty handed; they will carry the precious memories they have created in Nepal, which will act as a recourse to smile big in the course of living life. This nation has 12 national parks, 1 wildlife reserve, 6 conservation areas, and 1 hunting reserve where tourists can watch different species of flora and fauna. Along with this, they can get amusement from licensed hunting. In addition, they can enjoy the adventurous activities here like trekking, paragliding, bungee jumping, jungle safaris, and so on; this will help to refresh them. Nepal is one of the cheapest tourist destinations in the world. That means tourists can take ecstasy from their trip to Nepal with a minimum budget. If they become penniless during their stay in Nepal, they do not need to panic. Local people will help them by allowing them to eat and stay at their homes. Nepalese people are friendly, kind-hearted, and generous people who always regard humanity as their main religion.
Nepal is one of the safest tourist destinations in the world. Unlike in other countries, there is no civil war, terrorist attack, major political conflict, or protest here. Travelers can travel to any part of Nepal without perturbation. Nepal is also one of the least affected countries by COVID-19 in the world. This is why most countries in the world have recommended Nepal as the safest tourist destination for their citizens. It is a suitable location for academic research too. Researchers can do research on our incredible history, art, handicrafts, culture, and religion. They can also do research on various species of flora and fauna available in the county at an economical cost. Nepal is known as the best place for yoga and meditation. In this modern world, anxiety, stress, depression, and jealousy have become the partners of people that have a detrimental effect on their overall health. Tourists can practice yoga and meditation in Nepal, which helps them release pain and feel enthusiastic.
Choosing this little, gorgeous nation as a travel destination is the smartest decision that travelers can make. Being around the natural beauty of this nation, tourists can feel as if they are in paradise. When they get back to their nation, they will carry many unforgettable memories created in Nepal with them that will always inspire them to laugh big for the rest of their lives.
This article is written by Laxman Raila
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