📖 About Nepal

🏛️ History

Nepal is one of the world's oldest civilizations with a history spanning over 4,000 years. It was never colonized by foreign powers, making it unique in South Asia. The kingdom of Nepal was unified by King Prithvi Narayan Shah in 1769. Today, Nepal is a democratic federal democratic republic.

🗻 Geography

Nepal is a landlocked country in the Himalayas, bordered by India and China (Tibet). It covers an area of about 147,500 sq km and is home to 8 of the world's 14 highest mountains, including Mount Everest (Sagarmatha). The country has diverse terrain: mountains, hills, valleys, and fertile plains.

👥 Demography

Nepal has a population of about 30 million people. It is home to over 120 ethnic groups and 120+ languages. The major ethnic groups include Nepali, Maithili, Bhojpuri, Tharu, and Tamang. The capital and largest city is Kathmandu. Nepal celebrates diversity and multiculturalism.

🎉 Popular Traditions

Nepal has rich cultural traditions including festivals like Dashain (harvest festival), Tihar (festival of lights), Holi (spring festival), and New Year (Naya Barsha). Traditional dances include Newari dances, Limbu dances, and the famous Gurkha cultural performances. Nepali cuisine, art, and music are integral to the culture.

🏞️ Climate & Nature

Nepal experiences diverse climates ranging from tropical in the southern plains to alpine in the mountains. The country has 5 distinct climatic zones within just 150 km. Forests cover about 40% of Nepal's land, home to endangered species like the Bengal tiger, red panda, and one-horned rhinoceros. The country is a biodiversity hotspot in the Himalayas.

🎨 Arts & Culture

Nepal is renowned for its traditional arts including intricate wood carving, metalwork, thangka paintings, and pottery. Kathmandu Valley is famous for its stunning architecture with pagoda-style temples and stupas. Traditional Nepali music uses instruments like the sarangi, madal, and bansuri. Craftsmanship and artistic heritage are deeply woven into everyday life.

✨ Unique Facts About Nepal

🇳🇵 Nepal is the only country with a triangular flag!
🗻 Home to Mount Everest — tallest mountain on Earth.
🎉 Nepal has 120+ languages spoken across the country.
👶 Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
🕉️ "Kumari" — living goddess tradition exists only in Nepal.
🌍 Nepal was never colonized and has no Independence Day.
🐄 Cow is the national animal of Nepal.
🌈 Nepal has 5 climatic zones within just 150 km!
📐 Nepal is the only country with a non-rectangular flag shape.
🦚 The national bird of Nepal is the Danphe (Himalayan Monal).
🌲 Nepal's national flower is the Rhododendron.
🏔️ Nepal has 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
📚 Nepali is the official language spoken by over 16 million people.
🎭 Kathmandu is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in South Asia.
🍜 Momos (dumplings) and Dal Bhat are popular Nepali dishes.
🏛️ Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest Hindu temples in the world.

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What is the capital of Nepal?
Kathmandu

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Nepal's National Flag

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