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Proud and Brave Nepalese

Nepal is located in South Asia and Shares territorial borders with India and China. Previously ruled as a kingdom, today it is a Federal Democratic Republic. Nepal is known for its exquisite natural beauty, with the iconic Himalayas running across the northern and western part of the country. Eight of the ten highest mountains in the world, including Mount Everest, reside within its borders. Although Nepal is a relatively small country in comparison with its neighbors, it has an astonishingly diverse landscape, from the rugged in the north to the humid Terai plains in the south. The capital and largest city is Kathmandu. The currency of Nepal is the Nepalese Rupee (NPR).

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While the most obvious attractions in Nepal are its majestic mountains and ruggedly beautiful landscapes, there are many historic and cultural treasures to appreciate. In the town of Bhaktapur near Kathmandu is one of these treasures that should not be missed. It features the It features the spectacular 17th century Lion Gate, the richly decorated Golden Gate and the nearby palace of Fifty-Five windows.

Capital: Kathmandu

Population: 26620809(2011 CENSUS)

Location: Southern Asia, Between China and India

Coordinates: 28000N 87000E

Area: 147,181sq km

Water: 4,000sqkm

Land: 147,181 sq km

Land Boundaries: Total 2,926km Border countries. China 1, 236Km and India 1,690km.

Climate: Varies from cool summer and severe winters in the north to Subtropical summer and winter in south

Elevation Extremes: Lowest Point: Kanchan kalan 70m, Highest point: - Sagarmatha (Mount Everest) 8,848m

Natural Resources: Quartz, water, timber, hydropower, science beauty, small deposit of lignite, copper, cobalt.

Environment current issue: Deforestation (overuse of wood for fuel and lack of alternative) contaminated water (with human and animal wastes, agriculture run off, and industries effluents) wild life conservation; vehicular emissions Geography notes: - Land lock strategic location between China and India; contains eight of worlds 10 highest peaks, including Mount Everest- the world tallest.