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}}'''Nepal''' is a landlocked country located in South Asia, bordered by [[India]] to the south, east, and west, and [[China]] to the north. Known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse geography, Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten tallest mountains, including | }}'''Nepal''' is a landlocked country located in South Asia, bordered by [[India]] to the south, east, and west, and [[China]] to the north. Known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse geography, Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten tallest mountains, including Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth. | ||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
Nepal stretches from the | Nepal stretches from the Himalayas in the north to the Terai plains in the south. It has a diverse climate ranging from alpine in the north to subtropical in the south. | ||
* '''Capital''': | * '''Capital''': Kathmandu | ||
* '''Major Cities''': Pokhara, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Biratnagar | * '''Major Cities''': Pokhara, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Biratnagar | ||
* '''Area''': 147,516 km² | * '''Area''': 147,516 km² | ||
* '''Official Language''': | * '''Official Language''': Nepali | ||
* '''Currency''': | * '''Currency''': Nepalese rupee (NPR) | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
Nepal has a long and complex history. It remained an independent kingdom for centuries and was never colonized, unlike its neighbors. In 2008, after a decade-long civil war and the abolition of the monarchy, Nepal became a federal democratic republic. | Nepal has a long and complex history. It remained an independent kingdom for centuries and was never colonized, unlike its neighbors. In 2008, after a decade-long civil war and the abolition of the monarchy, Nepal became a federal democratic republic. | ||
* '''Ancient Roots''': Birthplace of | * '''Ancient Roots''': Birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) in Lumbini. | ||
* '''Malla and Shah Dynasties''': Contributed to the rich architectural and cultural heritage. | * '''Malla and Shah Dynasties''': Contributed to the rich architectural and cultural heritage. | ||
* '''Modern Era''': Transitioned from monarchy to democracy in the 21st century. | * '''Modern Era''': Transitioned from monarchy to democracy in the 21st century. | ||
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* '''Major Religions''': [[Hinduism]] and [[Buddhism]] | * '''Major Religions''': [[Hinduism]] and [[Buddhism]] | ||
* '''Festivals''': Dashain, Tihar, Holi, Buddha Jayanti | * '''Festivals''': Dashain, Tihar, Holi, Buddha Jayanti | ||
* '''Cultural Sites''': Lumbini, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath | * '''Cultural Sites''': Lumbini, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath | ||
== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
Nepal’s economy is largely based on agriculture, remittances, tourism, and trade. Mountaineering and trekking are major contributors due to the presence of the Himalayas. | Nepal’s economy is largely based on agriculture, remittances, tourism, and trade. Mountaineering and trekking are major contributors due to the presence of the Himalayas. | ||
== Government == | == Government == | ||
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== International Relations == | == International Relations == | ||
Nepal maintains diplomatic relations with countries around the world and is a member of the | Nepal maintains diplomatic relations with countries around the world and is a member of the United Nations, SAARC, and Non-Aligned Movement. | ||
== Quick Facts == | == Quick Facts == | ||
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== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* | * Mount Everest | ||
* | * Lumbini | ||
* | * Kathmandu Valley | ||
* | * Himalayas | ||
* | * Gurkhas | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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Latest revision as of 09:11, 26 August 2025
| Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal | |
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| Flag | 
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| Motto | "जननी जन्मभूमिश्च स्वर्गादपि गरीयसी" (Mother and Motherland are Greater than Heaven) |
| Anthem | Sayaun Thunga Phulka |
| Official Languages | Nepali |
| Capital | Kathmandu |
| Largest city | Kathmandu |
| Government Type | Federal parliamentary republic |
| President | Ram Chandra Poudel |
| Prime Minister | Pushpa Kamal Dahal |
| Legislature | Federal Parliament of Nepal |
| Area | 147,516 km² |
| Population | 30,200,000 (2023) |
| GDP (Nominal) | $44.1 billion (2023) |
| Currency | Nepalese Rupee (NPR) |
| Time zone | NPT (UTC+05:45) |
| Drives on | left |
| Calling code | +977 |
| Internet TLD | .np |
Nepal is a landlocked country located in South Asia, bordered by India to the south, east, and west, and China to the north. Known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse geography, Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten tallest mountains, including Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth.
Geography
Nepal stretches from the Himalayas in the north to the Terai plains in the south. It has a diverse climate ranging from alpine in the north to subtropical in the south.
- Capital: Kathmandu
- Major Cities: Pokhara, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Biratnagar
- Area: 147,516 km²
- Official Language: Nepali
- Currency: Nepalese rupee (NPR)
History
Nepal has a long and complex history. It remained an independent kingdom for centuries and was never colonized, unlike its neighbors. In 2008, after a decade-long civil war and the abolition of the monarchy, Nepal became a federal democratic republic.
- Ancient Roots: Birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) in Lumbini.
- Malla and Shah Dynasties: Contributed to the rich architectural and cultural heritage.
- Modern Era: Transitioned from monarchy to democracy in the 21st century.
Religion and Culture
Nepal is multi-ethnic and multi-religious:
- Major Religions: Hinduism and Buddhism
- Festivals: Dashain, Tihar, Holi, Buddha Jayanti
- Cultural Sites: Lumbini, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath
Economy
Nepal’s economy is largely based on agriculture, remittances, tourism, and trade. Mountaineering and trekking are major contributors due to the presence of the Himalayas.
Government
Nepal is a federal parliamentary republic.
- President: Ceremonial head of state
- Prime Minister: Executive head of government
- Parliament: Bicameral Federal Legislature
International Relations
Nepal maintains diplomatic relations with countries around the world and is a member of the United Nations, SAARC, and Non-Aligned Movement.
Quick Facts
- Internet TLD: .np
- Calling Code: +977
- Time Zone: UTC+5:45
See Also
- Mount Everest
- Lumbini
- Kathmandu Valley
- Himalayas
- Gurkhas