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Nepal is a country of
diversity from tropical forest to eight of the
highest mountains on earth stretches in 147,181
square kilometers. It is a land of amazing
adventure, is the home of the world's highest
Mountains. Its unique floral and faunal
endowments bring warm hospitality for anyone in
search for Shangri-La. In the terms of bio
diversity due to its unique geographical
position and altitudinal variation it's
elevation, the country ranges from 70m at sea
level to the highest point on earth. Nepal is
situated between China in the north and India in
the South. |
Full country name |
Kingdom of Nepal |
Capital |
Kathmandu |
Area of Nepal |
147,181 sq km |
Population |
26.46 million |
People in Nepal |
Newars, Thakalis, Tibetans, Gurungs,
Magars, Tamangs, Bhotias, Rais, Limbus,
Sherpas, Bahuns, Chhetris, Tharus |
National Language |
Nepalese |
Speaking Language |
Many as per ethnic group (English as
well for Tourism Industry) |
Religion |
90% Hindu, 5% Buddhist, 3% Muslim, 2%
other |
Political System |
Constitutional monarchy and Multiparty
democracy |
Head of State |
His Majesty King |
Head of Government |
Prime Minister |
GDP |
US$27.4 billion |
GDP per capita |
US$1,100 |
Annual Growth |
6% |
Inflation |
2.1% |
Major Industries |
Tourism, carpet, textile, small rice,
jute, sugar, oilseed mills, cigarettes,
cement & brick production, rice, corn,
wheat, sugarcane, root crops, milk,
water buffalo meat |
Major Trading Partners |
India, US, Germany, UK, Singapore, Japan |
Time Zone |
GMT/UTC +5.75 |
Dialing Code |
00977 |
Electricity |
230V, 50Hz |
Weights & measures |
Metric |
Main Food |
Dal, Bhat, Tarkari and Achar |
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