Nepal is one of the richest countries in the world in terms of bio diversity due to its unique geographical position and latitudinal variation. The elevation of the country ranges from 60m above the sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest 8,848m, all within a distance of 150km with climatic conditions ranging from sub tropical to arctic. This wild variation fosters an incredible variety of ecosystems, the greatest mountain range on earth, thick tropical jungles teeming with a wealth of wildlife, thundering white water river, forested hills and frozen valleys.

Within this spectacular geography is also one of the richest cultural landscapes anywhere. The country is a potpourri of ethnic groups and sub groups who speak over 70 languages and dialects. Nepal offers an astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventure opportunities found nowhere else on earth. And you can join in the numerous annual festivals that are celebrated throughout the year in traditional style highlighting enduring customs and beliefs.

Full Country Name : Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal

Area : 147,181 sq km

Population : 28.46 million

Population : Newars, Thakalis, Tibetans, Gurungs, Magars, Tamangs, Bhotias, Rais, Limbus, Sherpas, Bahuns, Chhetris, Tharus.
Life expectancy: 66 years (men), 67 years (women) (UN)

Language : Nepali, English

Religion : 90% Hindu, 5% Buddhist, 3% Muslim, 2% other

Government : Federal Democracy Republic .

GDP : US $ 27.4 billion

GDP per capita : US $ 1,100

Annual Growth : 6 %

Inflation : 2.1 %

Major Industries : Tourism, carpet, textile, small rice, jute, sugar, oilseed mills, cigarettes, cement and brick production, rice, corn, wheat, sugarcane, root crops, milk, water buffalo meat

Major Trading Partners : India, US, Germany, UK, Singapore, Japan

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