Nepal History and People

Nepal know as the land of Everest and the only Hindu country which is one of the most fascinating countries in Asia. It has some of the world's best and very important temples. Nepal is full of scenic beauty and cultural treasures. Nepal is situated between India and the Tibetan part of China. The small country has an area of (147181) square kilometers. Southern Nepal has hot summers and warm winters. The central hilly Lands including the Kathmandu and Pokhara valleys have a moderate climate. The main section of the Himalayan range is to the north of Nepal. This part of Nepal has some of the highest peaks of the world including Everest. About 29000000 people live in Nepal. Most of the people are rural people. Less than one million people live in Kathmandu. There are dozens of ethnic groups and castes. About 48 percent of the people speak Nepali. Maithali Bhojpuri Tharu and Tamang are also spoken. Nepal is the holy land of Lord Pashupatinath and Gautam Buddha. So the Hindus and the Buddhists have lived in harmony for centuries. The most important of all is Nepalese celebration of the biggest animal sacrifice of the year. The Holi and Chaitra Daisan Haribodhini Ekadashi Maha Slyaratri Krishna Jaynti Mani Rimd Buddha Jayanti are some of the big festivals of the Hindus and the Buddhists.