Country of contrasts
Nepal is an extraordinary country of contrasts. A landlocked country
bordered by the Indian subcontinent to the south and Tibet and China
to the north. Approximately 450 miles long and 150 miles wide, its
geography stretches from the flat and fertile southern lowlands
of the Terai, through rugged rural regions in the Middle Hills to
the magnificent splendour of the Himalayas in the North.
Spiritual heritage
Following a period of political unrest for the last 20 years the
population of approximately 27 million is now beginning to enjoy
stability as peace reigns.
Travel to the country is increasing as tourists return to enjoy
the mountains, the countryside and the spiritual heritage stretching
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Founded around 300AD
The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, the country’s only large
city, believed to have been founded around 300AD. Its main development
occurred from the 14th century onwards when areas such as Patan
and Bhaktapur, with their ancient temples and shrines, were built.
It is now a rapidly expanding mixture of modern building, ancient
monuments, traditional Nepali housing and bustling tourist areas.
Idyllic tourist location
Another place of interest for those using Retreat Travel is Pokhara.
Situated approximately 200 km West of Kathmandu in a secluded
valley on the shores of Lake Phewa, it is an idyllic tourist location
with hotels, restaurants and shops nestled below the majestic
beauty of Annapurna and Macchapuchre (Fish Tail mountain). It
is in this beautiful spot that Retreat Travel has found the meditation
centre for its meditation holidays.
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