Nepal is a federal republic landlocked country of over 26.4 million people in South Asia. It is bordered by India to the south, east & west and China to the north. Nepal is located in the Himalayas and is home to eight of the world’s tallest mountains, including Mount Everest, the highest point on Earth. Its southern Madhesh Region is humid and fertile. Basically Nepal is divided into three physiographic areas; Mountain, Hill & Terai. These ecological belts run east-west and are vertically intersected by Nepal’s major, north to south flowing river systems. Nepal has an area of 147,181 sq. kms. Kathmandu is the nation’s capital and largest city.
Nepal is popular for mountaineering, having some of the highest and most challenging mountains in the world as well as its natural beauty. Hariyo Baan, Nepal ko Dhaan is a saying in Nepal which mean the green forests are our wealth. Nepal is also home to many landmarks, historical and cultural places. There are total of 125 ethnic groups and casts in Nepal.
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