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]]>Considered to be the holiest Tibetan monument, Boudhanath was built during the reign of King Manadeva in the 5th century AD and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Boudhanath or Jharung Khashor symbolizes the high knowledge treasure of the Buddhas and is believed to fulfill the wishes of devotees who prostrate and circumambulate it with a pure heart.
A Symbol of Tibetan Culture
Boudhanath reflects the rich Tibetan culture as evident in its holy appearance.
A square tower with the eyes of the omnipresent Buddha painted on all four sides stands atop Boudhanath.
Prayer flags in five colors with mantras and prayers, representing the five elements or Five Pure Lights of Tibetan Buddhism namely space, air, water, fire and earth, are tied all around this great stupa called ‘Chorten Chenpo’ in Tibetan.
Over 50 Tibetan Gompas or monasteries and nunneries are located close to the monument including the Shechen Monastery, Khawalung Monastery, Kopan Monastery, Khachoe Ghakyil Ling Nunnery and Pullahari Monastery & Retreat Center, the seat of His Eminence Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche of Tibet in Nepal.
Association with Padmapani
While the nine levels of the Boudhanath stupa symbolize Mount Meru, considered the center of the cosmos, the 13 rings from the base to the pinnacle of the monument represent “Bodhi” or the path to enlightenment, from which the name Boudhanath has been derived.
The 108 forms of the bodhisattva of compassion, Avalokiteshvara or Padmapani, are depicted in exquisite sculptures around the base of the stupa, while the mantra “Om Mani Padme Hum” is inscribed on the prayer wheels beside his image.
Tourist Attractions
Nearby Boudhanath are several handicraft stores selling Tibetan souvenirs, statues, prayer flags, ceremonial horns, Tibetan drums, singing bowls, thankas and other items of tourist interest.
Feeding of birds is organized here early in the morning each day for the visitors to participate in as an act of giving and compassion.
The Taragaon Museum on Boudha Road and the Bodhisattva Gallery promoting and selling Newari art statues and Paubha paintings are among popular among tourists to Boudhanath.
The famous Pashupatinath temple is within a 30-minute walking distance of Boudhanath. Regular bus services to the ancient temple of Changu Narayan are also available from here.
Reaching Boudhanath
Boudhanath is situated at a distance of seven miles from the center of Kathmandu and is easily accessible by taxis and buses.
The Boudhanath stupa that was severely damaged in the 2015 earthquake has been renovated at a cost of Rs 230 million and reopened to the public in November 2016.
One of the few places across the world where unfettered Tibetan Buddhist culture is on view, Boudhanath presents a fascinating and enriching spiritual experience to all tourists visiting Nepal.
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]]>Origin of Swayambhunath
According to the 15th century Swayambhu purana, Lord Buddha planted a miraculous lotus that radiated a brilliant light and blossomed in the lake that once covered the Kathmandu Valley. This lotus later transformed into a sacred hill on its own and the place came to be known as Swayambhu, meaning ‘Self-Created’ or ‘Self-Existent’.
Swayambhunath is regularly visited by thousands of pilgrims including Vajrayana Buddhists of northern Nepal and Tibet, Newari Buddhists of central and southern Nepal, and even people of other faiths.
The ‘Monkey Temple’
A designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Swayambhunath is also fondly known as the ‘Monkey Temple’ on account of hundreds of monkeys that abound the hill.
At short distances from Swayambhunath are other historical temples such as the Shiva Jyotirlinga temple of Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Stupa, Changu Narayan, Dakshinkali and Budhanilkantha.
Swayambhunath houses the famous six meter high image of Shakyamuni, the oldest persona of Lord Buddha. Evening prayers are held every day around this statue along with the chanting of Sanskrit sutras.
Celebration of Festivals
The two main festivals celebrated at Swayambhunath are Buddha Jayanti and Losar. During these occasions, many pilgrims circumambulate the temple while the monks create a lotus pattern on the stupa with saffron-colored paint. The month-long Gunla celebration marking the end of the rainy season is another important event in Swayambhunath.
A Fascinating Experience
Swayambhunath is a mosaic of small stupas, pagoda temples and monasteries, and presents a magnificent view of the Kathmandu valley. Centuries-old statues, thousands of butter lamps, carved icons and the fragrance of incense sticks create a magical atmosphere at this ancient religious shrine.
Some of the prominent monuments in Swayambhunath include the Buddha statue on the western side, the huge gold-plated Vajra ‘thunderbolt’ in the east, statue of the sleeping Buddha, the Dewa Dharma monastery, noted for a bronze icon of Buddha and traditional Tibetan paintings, and the temple dedicated to Harati, the goddess of children.
Swayambhunath is perhaps the best place to observe religious harmony in entire Nepal and must not be missed on a trip to Kathmandu.
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]]>One of the most-visited locations in Nepal with a great historical importance, Lumbini attracts not only Buddhists but also the people of other faiths and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.
The place has been divided into two zones, with the Mahayana and Vajrayana monasteries situated in the western zone and the Theravadin monasteries in the eastern zone.
Heaven on Earth
Chinese travelers Huan Tsang and Faeihan extolled the beauty of Lumbini in their writings and described the place as “Lumbini – where the lord was born is a piece of heaven on earth and one could see the snowy mountains amidst a splendid garden-embedded with stupas and monasteries!”
Sakymanuni Buddha, also known as Tathagata or one who has found the Truth, is considered to be an incarnation of Lord Vishnu in the Vaishnava sect of Hinduism. He spent the first 29 years of his life in Lumbini before he renounced the world and achieved enlightenment at Bodh Gaya.
Temples in Lumbini
The most popular attraction of Lumbini, the Maya Devi temple is located at the place where Maya Devi gave birth to the Lord Buddha.
Some of the other famous temples in Lumbini include the International Gautami Nuns temple, Nepal Buddha temple and Dharma Swami Maharaja Buddha Vihara.
The temples of Lumbini are characterized by a medieval architecture with large monolithic images of Buddha.
Other Tourist Attractions
Some of the major attractions of Lumbini include the Lumbini Museum, Gotihawa, Kudan, Niglihawa, Sagarhawa, Ramgram Stupa, Tilaurakot, Ashoka Pillar, Puskarni, Kapilvastu and Aroarakot among others.
The World Peace Pagoda with a huge sparkling and smiling statue of Lord Buddha is another prominent monument of sightseeing interest for tourists to Lumbini.
Popular Culinary Delights
Lumbini is situated on the border with India and hence, Indian food is quite common here in addition to the staple Nepali cuisine.
Vegetarian foods including momos, noodles, curries, pakoda, samosa, tikiya chat and pani puri are the most common delicacies that can be enjoyed in Lumbini.
Top 21 Tourist Attractions in Lumbini
Travel to Lumbini
Lumbini is well connected by road from various places in Nepal with frequent bus services from major cities like Pokhara and Kathmandu.
Two stretches of railway from Raxaul in India to Amlekhganj and Janakpur in Nepal also connect to Lumbini.
Nepal Airlines and other domestic carriers including Nepal Buddha Air, Kathmandu, Cosmic Air, Gorkha Airlines, Royal Nepal Airlines, Skyline Airways and Yeti Airlines fly regularly to Bhairahawa near Lumbini.
A visit to Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, provides a great opportunity for visitors to experience inner peace and spiritual growth.
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]]>The city is a prominent tourist center and acts as a gateway to several attractions in the eastern hills including the Kanchenjunga, Arun Valley, Makalu-Varun National Park and Dhankutta. Interestingly, Nepal’s second longest river Sapta Kosi runs nearby Dharan.
Various ethnic groups and traditional cultures characterize the diversity of Dharan, which is also a prominent pilgrimage location.
Dharan is often called “Eton of Nepal” considering the large number of educational institutions in the region.
Tourist Attractions
The Vijayapur Hill provides an amazing view of Dharan, while the Raja Rani Lake, Yalambe Park and Saptarangi Park (Park of Seven Colors) are other popular landmarks of the city attracting a large number of tourists.
Visitors with a religious bent have the option of visiting over 25 temples and holy sites including the Buddhasubba Temple believed to be wish-fulfilling, Pindeshwor Temple where the oil lamps are kept burning incessantly, Panchakanya Temple dedicated to the five pious ladies in Hindu mythology and Datankali Temple on Vijayapur Hill that is a Shakti Peetha where the tooth of Dakshayani, Lord Shiva’s consort, fell.
Hindu devotees from many parts of India and Nepal visit the Panchmukhi Balaji Dharan Dham dedicated to Lord Hanuman regularly.
The Singshore Bridge, Ghum Monastery and, Senchal Lake and Wildlife Sanctuary are other attractions in the vicinity of Dharan, while the rejuvenating hill stations of Bhedetar and Namche with the best view-points in the entire Terai region are located at a short driving distance from Dharan.
Activities in Dharan
Paragliding, mountain biking, adventure cycling, canyoning and white-water rafting on the Tamur River are some of the favorite pastimes of tourists.
The cable car ride from Dharan to Barahachhetra is also very popular among visitors.
Multitude of Dining Options
Dharan is famous for street food with Dal Bhat and Tibetan dishes like Momos and Chow Mein being the most popular dishes. The sugarcane of Tomar Khola is another item not to be missed on a trip to Dharan.
Chhurpi or Durkha, a traditional variety of ricotta cheese is another must-have delicacy in Dharan.
Tongba, an alcoholic beverage brewed from fermented millet and lemonade, is a famous drink originating from Dharan.
Olive Cafe & Restaurant is the most popular eatery and luncheonette in Dharan.
Getting to Dharan
Dharan is well connected by buses to Kathmandu, Pokhara, Biratnagar, Dhanukuta, Hile and the Indian border at Kakarbhitta.
Biratnagar Airport is the nearest airport from Dharan at a distance of 40 kilometers. The construction of a new airport in Dharan is currently underway.
Plan Early for an Enjoyable Trip
Dharan, also known as the Hong Kong of Nepal, presents a wide variety of options to all types of visitors, irrespective of whether they are looking for leisure, adventure, shopping or pilgrimage.
August to November is the peak season for tourists to Dharan and consequently the travel costs are slightly on the higher side. The months of March and April are less preferred for touring Dharan and provide an economical option for budget travelers.
Make arrangements for your trip to Dharan well in advance and be assured of a wonderful holiday experience.
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]]>Nagarkot, which earlier served as the summer retreat for Bhaktapur Kingdom’s royal family, presents a relaxing weekend getaway for people from the frenetic-paced Kathmandu.
With a refreshing landscape and invigorating atmosphere, Nagarkot provides tourists with an amazing travel experience throughout the year, with the months from March to May being ideal for hiking and other activities.
Best Views of the Himalayas
Tourists to Nagarkot are assured of the best panoramic views of eight of the thirteen Himalayan peaks, which include the Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Jugal, Rolwaling, Everest and Numbur ranges.
The classical beauty of the green valleys ensconced among the snow-clad mountains is a marvelous sight to behold.
The long winding roads and beautiful little cottages in the midst of lush green fields provide a quaint rustic feel to the picturesque place.
Trekking Trails from Nagarkot
Nagarkot provides several options such as hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, pony riding, mountain biking and paragliding for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts to unwind.
Some of the popular biking and hiking trails from Nagarkot include the Kathmandu Valley Cultural Trekking Trail to Dhulikhel, the Changu Narayan trail, Sankhu trail and Sundarijal trail.
Mountain bikes costing around Rs 600 per hour can be hired from the Nagarkot Naldum Tourism Development Committee.
A number of boarding and dining options are available for all types of travelers, including budget, midrange and top end ranging from less than USD 50 per day to more than USD 150 per day. The top choices of foreign tourists to Nagarkot are Hotel Country Villa, Mystic Mountain, Club Himalaya Resort, Fort Resort and Cafe du Mont.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Changu Narayan, Nepal’s oldest temple and a UNESCO heritage site is situated at a short distance from Nagarkot and has one of the richest artistic structures with several 5th century Nepalese art masterpieces adorning the pagoda style edifice.
The Nagarkot View Tower provides a 360-degree view of the Himalayas, with tourists making an hour long early morning hike to the location to see the changing colors of the snow as the first rays of the rising sun fall on the mountains.
The Jahlapa Devi Temple and Muhan Waterfalls are other places of interest in the vicinity of Nagarkot.
A Picture-Postcard Location
The scenic natural landscapes, blissful climate, and warmth and hospitality of the locals make Nagarkot an ideal tourist paradise and honeymoon destination.
Do not miss including Nagarkot while planning your travel itinerary to Nepal!
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]]>With an unbeatable combination of natural beauty and cultural riches, Nepal provides a unique and rewarding holiday experience to all travelers, and is a most-sought global tourism destination for rich culture and heritage.
Here is a compilation of some of the most popular tourist attractions which you can plan to visit on your next trip to Nepal.
- Kathmandu
- Nagarkot
- Patan (Lalitpur)
- Sarangkot
- Bhaktapur
- Chitwan National Park
- Pokhara
- Parsa Wildlife Reserve
- Lumbini
- Chandragiri Hill
- Janakpur
- Poon Hill
- Boudhanath
- Mustang
- Swayambhunath
- Daman
- Dharan
- Bandipur
- Sauraha
- Tengboche
- Lobuche
- Annapurna Massif
- Lukla
Kathmandu – A City of Glory
Nepal’s capital and largest city Kathmandu is usually the first stop for all tourists to the country and is also popularly called the gateway to Nepal tourism.
Ranked among the world’s Top 25 tourist destinations, Kathmandu is situated in the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley and surrounded by four major mountains: Nagarjun, Phulchoki, Shivapuri and Chandragiri.
With a rich history spanning almost 2000 years, Kathmandu is famous for a number of famed religious monuments, temples, palaces, museums, gardens and other heritage sites. Read More…
Patan (Lalitpur) – A City of Beauty
Patan or Lalitpur, meaning ‘the city of beauty’, is one of the three royal cities in Nepal and is famous among tourists for its rich architecture, beautiful courtyards and squares and fantastic wood carvings. Patan had over 1200 unique monuments prior to the disastrous 2015 earthquake that caused a lot of damage to the city.
Most tourists visiting Kathmandu also visit Patan, which is located in close proximity, as part of a day-trip.
Bhaktapur – A City of Culture
Bhaktapur, another historical city in the Kathmandu Valley and the third largest in Nepal, is popular as “the city of culture” and “the city of devotees”. The Bhaktapur Durbar Square is another UNESCO World Heritage Site and comprises mesmerizing temples and edifices with exquisite art and architecture.
The city is renowned for cultural handicrafts, pottery, puppets, masks and a wide range of other souvenirs. Bhaktapur is also popularly called as Nepal’s Cultural Gem.
Pokhara
Considered to be the gateway to the Himalayas, the popular city of Pokhara is surrounded by some of the world’s highest mountains including Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu.
Located 200 kilometers west of Kathmandu, Pokhara is Nepal’s second largest city and boasts of a perennially pleasant climate, beautiful scenery and clean air, along with a large number of lakes including the internationally famous Lake Phewa. All treks to the Jomsom and Annapurna regions begin from Pokhara. Overall, Pokhara could be your perfect leisure tourism destination in Nepal. Read More…
Lumbini
The birthplace of Lord Gautama Buddha, Lumbini attracts thousands of Buddhist pilgrims and other tourists each year and is known for celebrations on special occasions like the Buddha Jayanti, among others.
Visitors experience a feeling of tranquility and spiritual enrichment in the peaceful environs of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is located on the route from Pokhara to the Chitwan National Park.
The Maya Devi Temple located amidst a large park comprising lakes and monasteries is the main attraction of Lumbini.Read More…
Janakpur
The city of Janakpur, also known as Mithila Nagari, is a bustling tourist destination in the Terai region and is considered to be the birthplace of Lord Rama’s consort Sita.
The Ram Janaki Temple in the center of the city is visited by several thousands of devout Hindus, more specifically during Sri Ram Navami and Dashain, the country’s biggest annual festival.
One of the attractions of Janakpur is the popular local cuisine comprising sweets and vegetarian specialties with an Indian touch. Janakpur is popularly known as Nepal’s Center For Religious And Cultural Tourism.
Boudhanath
The Boudhanath Stupa is one of the world’s largest Buddhist monuments and is the most important shrine in the Kathmandu Valley. The spherical stupa houses the remains of Kassapa Buddha.
Dating back to the 6th Century A.D., this UNESCO World Heritage Site is in a good condition despite sustaining a minor damage during the 2015 earthquake. Read More
Swayambhunath
Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple, is one of the most ancient and culturally significant shrines in the Kathmandu Valley and has been designed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Meaning the “self-existent one”, the Swayambhunath stupa stills atop a little hillock and provides a panoramic view of the valley.
The Sleeping Buddha, the Dewa Dharma Monastery with a bronze icon of Buddha and traditional Tibetan paintings, and the temple dedicated to Harati, the goddess of children, are a few of the important monuments in the region. Read More
Dharan
The beautiful city of Dharan at the foothills of the Mahabharata Range is a popular Hindu pilgrimage location and is recognized as one of the Shakti Peethas (holy places of cosmic power), a place where Lord Shiva’s consort Sati’s limbs fell.
The city is also a hotspot for nature lovers with bamboo-forested hills, banana plants and rustic shacks. Dharan’s crowed marketplace offers a variety of shopping options to tourists. Dharan is one of the must visit places in the itinerary of visitors to Nepal. Read More
Nagarkot
The picturesque hill station of Nagarkot is located at a short distance from Bhaktapur and offers visitors breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains.
Stunning sunrise and sunsets along with multiple trekking options, which include long winding tracks and thick woods are a few attractions of Nagarkot, which is often called the ‘perfect honeymoon destination’ in Nepal.
Sarangkot
Sarangkot is a popular tourist spot near Pokhara and offers a spectacular view of the Annapurna range. Almost all tourists to Pokhara stop at Sarangkot for a night just to glimpse the magnificent sunrise over the mountains.
Paragliding, ziplining and wildlife viewing are some of the activities popular among visitors to Sarangkot. Read More…
Chitwan National Park
Nepal’s first national park, Chitwan is spread across an area of 932 square kilometers in the Terai region and is home to a large and diverse variety of flora and fauna.
Located at a distance of 10 kilometers from Bharatpur and 55 kilometers from Kathmandu, Chitwan attracts nature lovers both from Nepal and other countries with a very large collection of rare wildlife species. Explore the Chitwan National Park !
Parsa Wildlife Reserve
Situated on the eastern side of the Chitwan National Park, Parsa Wildlife Reserve is the largest wildlife reserve in Nepal and is home to large hordes of tigers, leopards, wild elephants, rhinos, sloth bears, cobras and pythons, among others.
Over 900 species of flora and 300 species of birds also abound in the region.
Chandragiri Hill
Chandragiri Hill, a major tourist destination in the outskirts of the Kathmandu Valley, provides panoramic views of several Himalayan mountain ranges from Annapurna in the west to Everest in the east.
The Bishnu Devi temple and the Bhaleshore Mahadev temple on top of the hill are a couple of the major attractions here. The cable car is one of the most popular modes of transport used by visitors to reach Chandragiri Hill.
Poon Hill
A popular destination for trekkers in the Annapurna region, Poon Hill is widely acclaimed as the Photographer’s Paradise and offers one of Nepal’s most famous viewpoints.
The region is known for its ethnic communities, traditional villages, rhododendron forests and spellbinding views of over ten snowcapped mountains.
Mustang
A region with rich Tibetan Buddhist culture, Mustang is very popular among visitors for the enticing scenery, landscapes and amazing trekking trails.
The holy Muktinath temple, which is sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists, is a popular pilgrimage center here with immense cultural significance.
The Lower Mustang region has an abundance of Jurassic-era ammonite fossils from the period much before the formation of the Himalayas.
Daman
Daman is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in central Nepal and offers the only unimpeded view of the entire 400-kilometer Himalayan panorama from Dhaulagiri to Mount Everest.
The Risheshor Mahadev Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and the ancient Tibetan monastery are the places to visit here. Hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking along with boating and fishing at Kulekhani (Nepal’s largest man-made lake) are the most popular pastimes in Daman.
Bandipur
Bandipur, one of Nepal’s most charming towns, is a prominent symbol of the old Newari culture with attractive 18th-century European style architecture.
The Khadga Devi Temple, Bindyabashini temple, Tindhara, Siddha Cave, Raniban or Queen’s Forest and the Tundikhel View Point are the principal attractions in Bandipur.
Tengboche
Located at an elevation of 3867 meters, Tengboche is another important tourism center in the Khumbu Pasanglhamu rural municipality. The village is also an important Buddhist monastery ‘Tengboche Monastery’ with the region’s largest gompa.
This monastery is considered as the oldest Sherpa celibate. Tengboche offers a panoramic view of the famous mountain ranges such as Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, among others.
Lobuche
Lobuche lies at an elevation of 4940 meters to the east of Kathmandu region. Lobuche peak consists of two different summits towards east and west at the range of 6,119 m and 6,145 m, respectively.
This is one of the stops that provides lodging option to mountaineers on the trail to Everest base camp in the southeast route. Lobuche will be busy during the April month with hundreds of porters and Sherpas visiting the place on their way to Everest base camp.
Annapurna Massif
It is a 55-meters long massif home to four main summits: Annapurna-I (8,091 meters), Annapurna-II (7,937 meters) in the western and eastern sides of the range, and Annapurna-III (7,555 meters) and Annapurna-IV (7,525 meters) in between them.
Annapurna-1 is the world’s 10th highest mountain. Historically, Annapurna range is also considered as the most dangerous mountains to climb.
Lukla
Lukla is a small town part of Khumbu Pasanglhamu rural municipality in the Solukhumbu District of Nepal, standing at an elevation of 2860 meters.
It is a popular place for tourists visiting Mount Everest and also offers the best accessibility to the Everest peak. The region also has a small airport that makes it accesible to the outside world.
Sauraha
This is another interesting tourism destination in southern Nepal region. Part of Ratnanagar Municipality in Chitwan District, Sauraha is considered as a gateway to Terai-Duar savanna and grasslands ecoregion. The region is near the East Rapti River and 23 km away from Narayangarh city.
Famous tourism places around Sauraha include Chitwan National Park, Devghat- a Hindu pilgrimage, international elephant polo games, night tower, among others. Sauraha is eastern gateway to the famous Chitwan National Park. The town also provides jungle safari services and more for the visiting tourists.
The Ultimate Vacation
With an extensive range of interesting places to visit and a wide variety of leisure, shopping and adventure options, Nepal undoubtedly provides tourists with a memorable and unforgettable holiday experience.
So, what are your waiting for? Plan your trip to Nepal immediately and make the most of your fascinating travel experience to the enchanting land.
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]]>As part of the move, NATTA is conducting a week-long Nepal Sales Mission to Colombo (Sri Lanka) and Bangalore (India) from December 14-21, 2017.
“Like past years, we are organizing tourism promotional events in the international market this year as well. As India and Sri Lanka are the first and fourth largest tourist generating market for Nepal, respectively, we are hopeful that visitors from these countries will increase further after this event,” says Ram Barakoti, Program Coordinator of Nepal Sales Mission.
As part of the tour, Nepali tourism entrepreneurs will be engaged in day-long B2B sessions at both the cities, informed Barakoti.
Stating that Sri Lankan tourists to Nepal come for Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha, Barakoti raised concern that they are opting India for Buddhism pilgrimage. “We will encourage them to start the pilgrimage from Kathmandu,” he added.
In this program, tourism service providers and tour operators will also promote Nepal’s tourism attractions among Sri Lankan tour operators.
“As NAC is operating direct flights to Bangalore, we are hopeful that the number of tourists coming from Bangalore will increase as participating delegates will promote Nepal’s tourism attractions among local tour operators,” Barakoti noted.
NATTA is keen on promoting Nepal among Sri Lankan and Indian tourists as a key destination for historical, religious and natural attractions, added Barakoti.
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