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On World Environment Day, an Indian soldier was honored for achieving an impressive feat as one of the quickest non-locals to trek to the Everest Base Camp in 22 hours. Muhsin V.A. Muhsin V.A., an Indian soldier hailing from Aluva, accomplished an extraordinary feat by scaling the Everest Base Camp Trek (at an elevation of…

Nepal is a popular destination for adventure tourism, with trekking being one of the most sought-after activities. However, there have been concerns about the safety of foreign tourists trekking without a guide. This has led to the decision by the Nepal Tourism Board to make it mandatory for all foreign tourists to have a guide…

The symptoms of Altitude Sickness are known as AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness), which is quite common on high-altitude adventures. Depending upon the fitness of people and immunity level at a higher elevation, where oxygen level goes down in the body. Then the people feel sick and lethargic or exhausted, lacking interest from all, and the…

The current management suggests one must apply through a travel agency for VISA in Nepal. Other means are closed at the moment but surely will regulate after things get in hand. Yep, Nepal... The country is finally open to trekkers and travelers from all over the world since October 17, 2020. How to Get Visa…

After a long break, trekking in Nepal seems to be getting resumed from 17 October. The decision was made on the Cabinet meeting which was initially recommended by the Covid-19 Crisis Management Committee (CCMC). As per the government spokesperson and Foreign Minister Pradeep Gyawali's briefing on the cabinet meeting, trekking and mountaineering groups are to…

The government of Nepal has been taking a 'dollar fare' for foreigners till date. After two years of adjustment, the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation has removed the dollar fare. Instead of the fare, maximum charges are to be paid by everyone, Nepalese and the foreigners. Nepal Government removed the 'Dollar Fare' for…

Every year in July, Nepalese celebrate Nag Panchami. If you are from Nepal then you have probably experienced it at least once. During Nag Panchami, we worship Snake Gods or Deity Snakes called Nagas. From the ancient time, it is believed that Nagas control the rain. So, we worship the Snake Gods and show our gratitude for the irrigation.  Nagas mean Diety Snakes and Panchami…

The government has eased the lockdown. People are now allowed to travel and do things that they have been restricted for the past 3 months. But the majority still fails to realize that things are not completely normal yet. The first natural reaction after lifting the lockdown was to go back to life before the…

Being a peak spring tourist season, thousands of mountaineers arrived in Nepal earlier this month to participate in trekking adventures and perhaps visit the world’s highest peak – Mount Everest. If you are one of them, you would already know the about the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic – that has caused travel limitations and…

Nepal is renowned for being a home to the highest mountains in the world - the Mount Everest. However, apart from this it the country is also known for its traditions, culture, bustling cities, beautiful landscapes, mouth-watering cuisines and so much more! Slot in between China and India, Nepal is one of the most fascinating…

The Mount Everest is the tallest mountain on planet earth located in the Mahalangur Himalaya ranges. The Everest lies on the border stretching from the Nepal region to its south and China to its north.  Apart from being the world's tallest mountain at 29,035 ft, it is also said that you can see the curving…

Holi in Nepal is an ancient festival popular among the Hindus. It is the festival of colors that associate with happiness and joy. Holi brings out the nostalgia of togetherness and playfulness as well as signifies the arrival of spring and the end of winter.  In Nepal, Holi takes place on the full moon day…

The pristine and holy temples around the Kathmandu Valley fascinate visitors with their extraordinary architecture and aura. The temples in the Kathmandu Valley are an artistical display of antiquity, sculptures and culture that is worth viewing. Checkout the 5 most beautiful temples in the Kathmandu Valley, that you must visit on your trip to Nepal.…

The Nepal Aviation Authority has revealed that, as of October 1, 2022, all flights to and from Lukla will depart from Ramechhap rather than Kathmandu. A notice and distribution have already been distributed by the airlines. The tickets provided would not alter the estimated date or time of the flight. However, in order to accomplish…

Mount Everest New Height Nepal finally revealed Mount Everest's new height on December 8th, 2020. It is now 0.86m higher than before, at 8,848.86m (29,032 ft). Nepal and China jointly announced Everest’s new height despite China’s previous measurement showing a mere 4.5m lower than Nepal’s.  Mount Everest is situated on the Nepal—China border. Therefore, both…