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NEPAL
is a small country in Asia. Its total area
having 1,47,181 sq. km. and population
about 24 millions, is located between the
2 big countries INDIA and CHINA. It is
famous for trekking & expedition
because of its mighty and beautiful
Himalayas. It is renowned for its natural
scenic beauties. It is also known as the
country of uncountable MOUNTAINS &
HIMALAYAS and rich cultural heritage.
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NEPAL
is rich in cultural heritage. There are
many colorful festivals. Some festivals
are celebrated with great pomp and joy.
Hardly a day passed without special
festivities and celebrations. Most
festivals are held according to the lunar
calendar. Each festival has spiritual
meaning and shows the people's regards and
respect to the gods, parents, teachers and
nature. Some festivals are also to honor
and worship useful animals. Some of these
festivals have been celebrated from
initial period of Nepalese civilization.
Every religion is of high regard. The most
important aspect of our culture is
religious harmony. Though Nepal is called
as a Hindu kingdom, there are many
religions here with very good
relationships with each other. Hinduism
and Buddhism are especially flourished
here for thousands of years. It is a holy
land as it is the birth place of Lord
BUDDHA an apostle of peace &
compassion. Much of the art &
architecture, such as Swayambhunath,
Changunarayan temple, Pasupatinath etc,
are based on Hindu & Buddhist
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