Asia
Nepal
Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten highest mountains including Everest, as well as ancient Hindu and Buddhist temples, vibrant Himalayan cities and some of the finest trekking routes on Earth. From the medieval squares of Kathmandu and the lakeside city of Pokhara to the high altitude trails of the Everest and Annapurna regions, Nepal offers an experience of profound depth.
Elect's take
"Nepal has a quality of landscape and spiritual atmosphere that I find genuinely transformative. The combination of Himalayan scenery, ancient culture and the hospitality of the Nepali people creates something very difficult to find anywhere else."
Kathmandu is a city of extraordinary cultural density. The Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur contain medieval temple complexes of remarkable beauty. The Boudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world and a living centre of Tibetan Buddhist practice. The Annapurna Circuit and Everest Base Camp trek offer extraordinary mountain scenery. Pokhara is a beautiful lakeside city providing an excellent base for trekking and adventure activities.
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Everest Base Camp
One of the world's iconic trekking journeys approaching the highest mountain on Earth.
Boudhanath Stupa
One of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Annapurna Circuit
One of the world's finest trekking routes through extraordinary Himalayan scenery.
Kathmandu Durbar Squares
UNESCO listed medieval palace squares of extraordinary cultural significance.
Himalayan Landscapes
Eight of the world's ten highest mountains within Nepal's borders.
Chitwan National Park
Outstanding wildlife including rhinoceros and Bengal tiger in the Terai lowlands.
