Nepal

A trekkers' paradise, Nepal combines Himalayan views, golden temples, charming hill villages and jungle wildlife watching to offer one of the world's great travel destinations.

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Boudhanath Stupa
Nepal
The first stupa at Boudhanath was built sometime after AD 600, when the Tibetan king, Songtsen Gampo, converted to Buddhism. In terms of grace and purity…
Maya Devi Temple
Lumbini
The spiritual heart of Lumbini, Maya Devi Temple marks the spot where Queen Maya Devi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama in around 563BC. In the adjoining…
Swayambhunath Stupa
Swayambhunath
The Swayambhunath Stupa is one of the crowning glories of Kathmandu Valley architecture. This perfectly proportioned monument rises through a whitewashed…
World Peace Pagoda
Lumbini
Located outside the main compound, but easily accessible by bike, the impressive gleaming-white World Peace Pagoda, one of the world's greatest stupas,…
Cambodian Monastery
Lumbini
With strong touches of Angkor Wat, this colourful fantasy due for completion in 2018 is already one of the most fascinating temples in Lumbini. The temple…
Royal Thai Buddhist Monastery
Lumbini
Close to the north end of the pond, this stunning and imposing wat (Thai-style monastery) is built from gleaming white marble. The blue-roofed meditation…
Zhong Hua Chinese Buddhist Monastery
Lumbini
This elegant monastery is one of the most impressive structures at Lumbini. Reached through a gateway flanked by dogs of Fo, the elegant pagoda-style…
Hanuman Dhoka
Kathmandu
Kathmandu's royal palace, known as the Hanuman Dhoka, was originally founded during the Licchavi period (4th to 8th centuries AD), but the compound was…

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Maya Devi Temple
Lumbini
The spiritual heart of Lumbini, Maya Devi Temple marks the spot where Queen Maya Devi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama in around 563BC. In the adjoining…

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Best Things to Do

Nepal offers an incredible range of experiences, activities and adventures. Here are the very best things to do there.

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Transportation

Despite being only a smidge bigger than New York state, Nepal can be a tricky place to explore. Here are the best ways to get around this mountain nation.

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Visa Requirements

Nepal is famed for its world-class trekking, historic cities and abundant wildlife, and with visas available on arrival, it's easy to visit. Here's how.

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Money and Costs

Nepal is one of the cheapest countries in Asia for travelers but costs can add up once you factor in activities. Try our tips for budget travel in Nepal.

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Best Road Trips

Nepal is famous for its trekking trails, but the roads offer plenty of adventures at less dizzying altitudes. Here's a guide to Nepal's best road trips.

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