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  • Geography: Nepal, Area 147,516 sq. Km is a landlocked country in the Himalayas famous for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. It borders China in the north and India in the south, east, and west. Nepal is home to eight of the world’s ten tallest mountains, including Earth’s highest peak, Mount Everest.
  • Its diverse terrain ranges from lush tropical plains to arid highlands, contributing to its unique biodiversity. The capital, Kathmandu, is a historical and cultural center full of ancient temples, palaces, and lively markets.
  • Demography: The population is almost 30 million. Nepal is a mixture of various ethnic groups and religions, primarily Hinduism and Buddhism, which co-exist harmoniously. The official language is Nepali, which is written in the Devanagari script.
  • Economy: Nepal’s economy is mainly rural and based on agriculture and remittance; however, tourism is prominent due to Mountaineering, trekking routes, heritage sites, and sports that adventurers can access.
  • Culture: Despite being one of the world’s underdeveloped countries, Nepal’s rich traditions, festivals, and people’s hospitality provide an immersive experience for visitors.
  • Political status: The country’s political landscape has changed significantly in recent years. It has transitioned from a monarchy to a federal democratic republic, striving for stability and development.

Nation: Federal Democratic Republic Nepal

NationalityNepalese
Area 147,516 km2 
(56,956 sq mi)
Population29,164,578 (2021)
Official languagesNepali, English
Capital / largest cityKathmandu
Other major citiesPokhara,
Lalitpur,
Bharatpur
Country codesNP, NPL (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain.np
Calling code+977
RegionSouthern Asia
Ethnic groups30.12% Khas Arya
-16.45% Chhetri
-11.29% Bahun
-1.7% Thakuri
-0.68% Sanyasi
6.9% Magar
6.2% Tharu
5.62% Tamang
5.04% Kami
4.86% Musalman
4.6% Newar
4.21% Yadav
2.2% Rai
32.63% other
Religions81.19% Hinduism
8.21% Buddhism
5.09% Islam
3.17% Kirant
1.76% Christianity
0.35% Prakriti
0.23% Bon
0.01% Jainism
Source: National Statistics Office (2021)
Shiva Temple Laxmanghat ” by Rajesh Dhungana is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

S.No.ProvincesHead
Quarters
District NunbersArea
(Sq. Km)
Location
1KoshiBiratnagar1425,905Koshi Province
2MadheshJanakpur89,661Madhesh Province
3BagmatiHetauda1320,300Bagmati Province
4GandakiPokhara1121,504
5LumbiniButwal1222,288Lumbini Province
6KarnaliBirendranagar1027,984Karnali Province
7Sudur PashchimGodawari919,539Sudur Paschim Province
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SymbolsDiscriptionsSign
National Anthem“Sayau Thumka Fulka Hami…”
AnimalCow (Gaai)cow icon, cow, bos taurus
FlagFlag with two Tringles red base with a blue border
and “Sun” & “Moon.”
ColorCrimson (Simrik color)
FlowerRhododendron (Lali Gurash)
BirdHimalayan Monal (Danfe) Lophophorus impedance
coat-of-armsEmblem of Nepal (Nepal ko Nisana Chhap)
Moto“जननी जन्मभूमिश्च स्वर्गादपी गरीयसी”
“Mother and Motherlands are greater than heaven.”
aerial view of city buildings during daytime
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  1. Mount Everest: The world’s highest peak, 8,848 meters above sea level, located in the Himalayas on the Nepal-China border.
  2. Kathmandu Valley: A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rich history, ancient temples, and intricate architecture, including the Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
  3. Sagarmatha National Park: Home to Mount Everest and a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare Himalayan species like the snow leopard and red panda.