Nepal is known for its rich culture and heritage with the birthplace of Lord Buddha (in Kapilvastu, Lumbini) and the densest concentration of World Heritage Sites (Kathmandu alone has 7 sites in around 15 km radius), among others.<\/p>\n
It is the country with the highest proportion of Hindu population in the world. In total, Nepal has over 80 ethnic groups and 123 languages. Cow is the national animal.<\/p>\n
The country is home to the famous Elephant polo game. Nepalese celebrate their new year on the day of the first New Moon after mid-April (as per Vikram Samvat calendar).<\/p>\n
Surprisingly, Nepali calendar is around 56 years and 8 months ahead of English calendar and has 32 days in a month.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Nepal is known for its rich culture and heritage with the birthplace of Lord Buddha (in…<\/span><\/p>\n