Nepal: A Land of Diversity and Natural Beauty

Area: 147,516 square kilometers.

Location: Nepal is a landlocked country situated between Tibet (China) to the north and India to the east, south, and west.

Capital: Kathmandu.

Population: Approximately 30 million (2025 estimate).

People: Nepal is home to over 120 ethnic groups, each with its own unique traditions, languages, and cultures.

Language: Nepali is the official language, but the country boasts hundreds of regional languages and dialects. English is widely spoken, particularly in the travel and tourism industry.

Religion: Nepal is a secular state, but the majority of its population practices Hinduism or Buddhism. The country holds deep spiritual significance, with Lumbini recognized as the birthplace of Lord Buddha, attracting pilgrims from across the Buddhist world.

Currency:The official currency is the Nepali Rupee (NPR). As of January 2025, USD 1 is equivalent to approximately NPR 132.

Political System: Nepal is governed as a Federal Democratic Republic, transitioning to this system in 2008.