MAGIC, MYSTERY AND THE MYSTICISM

Welcome to NEPAL - historic land of mystery enchantment and beauty where thousands of lifestyles and cultures area as one the Himalayan Kingdom. A fascinating matrix of languages, customs and beliefs, so varied that it would take a life time to imbibe its, true essence.

KATHMANDU VALLEY must be one of the worlds' most exotic settings, surrounded by tier upon tier of green mountain walls above which, tower soaring snow-capped peaks. The valley covers an area of 218 SQ. miles and situated at the height of 1310 MTRS.

Kathmandu Durbar square, (The Hanumaan Dhoka the historic seat of Nepali royalty), fascinating Pashupatinath temple , (The temple of Lord Shiva and one of the holies shrines), the stupa of Boudhanath,
(The centre of Tibetan Buddhism are just a sample of highly interesting site within the valley.

OUTSIDE KATHMANDU Bhaktapur - "the city of devotees "still retains all of its mysterious medieval enchantment Nagarkot and Dhulikhel about 3o KM.east of Kathmandu fascinating of eastern Himalayan range. Dhulikhel is situated on the Kathmandu - Kodari highway , once an important trade route to Tibet.

POKHARA situated 200 KMS. west of Kathmandu is the gateway to a particularly tranquil and enchanting area of Nepal . The famous Annapurna mountain range rises SKY wards producing breathtaking views of the Himalayas.

LUMBINI 300 KMS. south west of Kathmandu renowned as the birthplace of Gautam Buddha. Lumbini is the pilgrimage destination for all Buddhist. Indeed the impressive Ashoka pillar the oldest Monument in Nepal was erected by Emperor Ashoka in 249 BC. to commemorate his famous pilgrimage to the sacared site.

To conclude your Nepal visit and as befits one of the most beautiful place in the world the Royal Chitwan National park abounds with wonderful flora and fauna such as the one horn Rhino, Leopards, sloth Bears, fresh water Dolphins, crocodiles, over 350 amazing species of Birds and, of course, the Royal Bengal Tiger.

Nepal is without doubt one of the best Countries in the world for trekking. Walking, rails that form the main links between Nepal’s, isolated villages and settlements is a unique and unforgettable experience of course the spectacular mountain scenery is a huge attraction but trekking is also a wonderful opportunity to genuinely immerse oneself in the age-old ethnic and cultural riches of Nepal as well as enjoying an insightful introduction to its amazingly diverse flora and fauna.

Nepal for all its massive mountain peaks and impressive geography, is actually an incredibly fragile environment. Needless to say me feel an increased responsibility to protect and preserve these precious places.

You will never forget yours unique Nepal experience !

NEPAL - The country of Magic, Mystery and Mysticism.

By :- Sajan
e-mail :- sspinya@yahoo.com

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