Major Attraction of Nepal?
Nepal's acronym of Never Ending Peace And Love, does well to characterize this nation of good natured and accommodating people; a land of majestic Himalayan scenery. Nepal is filled with as many different ethnic groups, customs and traditions as it is diverse in geography. From the hot Indian plains and steamy southern Tarai lowlands, the terrain crosses the Kathmandu Valley and rises to the frozen heights of the Himalayan peaks towards the Tibetan plateau known as the 'roof of the world'. Life here revolves around an intricate intermingling of ancient Hindu and Buddhist religious rituals. Numerous festivals are celebrated throughout the year colored by a diversity of religious and tribal traditions. The capital of Kathmandu brings an assortment of these different societies together into a vibrant collection of brilliant sights and exotic smells.
Nepal has many attractions, but the essence of the country is its smiling, friendly people with their heartfelt palm-pressed greetings, and together with its inspiring scenery, this beguiling country is a place where one visit is usually not enough to satisfy the captivated traveller. In Nepal humour hangs in the air. If you like to learn a wonderful tale about change, growth, maturity and life ask it with Nepalese, they will describe you in a fascinating way. They'll also tell you how the travel industry, tour operators and tourists are changing Nepal forever, but no one is complaining! Those who travel to Nepal discover a land of God made for tourists! Mountains and massifs, racing rivers, quaint temples and palaces, tough trekking trails and wildlife safaris lure the tourist.
