Resort In Bardiya National Park [ INTRODUCTION ]

Tiger Tops Karnali Lodge and Tented Camp are situated in the Royal Bardia National Park in far west Nepal. Accessible by flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, a trip which offers breathtaking views of the Himalaya, followed by a 2 hour scenic drive along the East West Highway through the lowlands of Nepal passing many fascinating Tharu villages.Tiger Tops Nepal has pioneered adventure tourism in far West Nepal with the opening of a uniquely styled Jungle Lodge on the edge of the Royal Bardia National Park and a comfortable Tented Camp within the park, 18 kms north of the Lodge on the banks of the great Karnali River.

Approximately 1000 sq kms in area, the park has a rich and varied wildlife - wild elephant, the Greater One Horned rhinoceros, leopard, blue bull, sambar and swamp deer, Chital (spotted deer), wild boar, and the most magnificent of cats, the Royal Bengal Tiger. Bardia is remote and still relatively unexplored, but over 300 species of birds have been recorded here. The park is surrounded by villages of some of the most spectacular and colourful Tharu tribal peoples.

Tiger Tops Karnali offers a unique wildlife cultural and adventure experience. The lodge, built appropriately from local materials, is decorated in the style of the Tharus and blends perfectly with its surroundings. Its twelve double rooms with attached bathrooms offer comfortable accommodation whilst the central dining area and a well stocked bar provide an ideal setting for dining and relaxing.

Over looking the snow-fed waters of the Karnali River is one of the most enchanting jungle camps in Asia - Tiger Tops Karnali Tented Camp. Patterned after the famous Tiger Tops Tented Camp in Royal Chitwan National Park, it offers the same high class facilities-spacious safari tents with twin beds, separate hot and cold showers and modern jungle toilet amenities. A fully stocked bar is open until the last guest retires. Nepali and Western cuisine is served around the campfire.

Tiger Tops Karnali Lodge and Tented Camp, in conjunction with its affiliate Himalayan River Exploration, has introduced river running on the Bheri and Karnali Rivers. White water and scenic float trips are arranged for several days through the exciting rapids, deep gorges, forested hillsides and remote villages of these little known rivers before arriving at Tiger Tops Karnali Tented Camp.

Wildlife Safari In Bardiya National Park - 4 Days

The Park is the largest and most undisturbed wilderness area in the Terai. About 70% of the Park is covered with dominantly sal forest with a balanced mixture of grassland, savanna and riverine forest. Approximately 1500 inhabitants of this valley have been resettled elsewhere. Since farming has ceased in the Babai balley, natural vegetation is regenerating, making it an area of prime habitat for Wildlife. The Park provides excellent habitat for endangered animals like the rhinoceros, wild elephant, tiger swamp deer, black buck, gharial crocokile, marsh mugger crocodile and Gangetic dolphin. Endangered birds include the bengal florican, lesser florican andsarus crane. More than 30 different mammals, over 200 species of birds, and many snakes, lizards and fish have been recordeed in the Park’s forest, grassland and river habitats. A good number of resident and migratory birds are found in the Park. Area of Bardia National Park 968 sq. kms and Established: First gazetted in 1976 and further extended in 1984. National Park status was gazetted in 1988. Location of  is situated in the mid-far western terai, east of the karnali river.

Wildlife Safari in Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve - 4 Days

Predominant sal forests associated with asna, simal, karma, khair and sisso are found along the riversides of the reserve. Large grasslands, phantas, are found within the reserve. Main grass species include Imperate cylindrica and Saccharum heteropogon, used extensively by the local people for thatching. The reserve provides prime habitat for swamp deer, with an estimated population of 2000 found here. Other animals in the reserve are wild elephant, tiger, hispid hare, blue bull, leopard, chital, hog deer and wild boar. A total of 200 bird species have been recorded. Many grassland birds along with the endangered Bengal florican can be seen in the phantas. Marsh mugger, Indian python, monitor lizard, cobra, krait and rat snake are recorded here. Area of Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve 305 sq. km and Established 1976. Location of Royal Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve is situated in the southern Terai of Far-Western Nepal. 

Outline Itinerary

Following Resort Provide Wildlife Safari in Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve in Nepal

Royal Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve

Royal Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve with the area of 175 sq. km was established in 1976. It is situated in the southern part of Far-Western Nepal in the Kanchanpur District and features predominant sal associated with arna, semal, karma, khair and sissoo are found along the riverside.

Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve

Introduction

Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve with the area of 175 sq. km was established in 1976. It is situated in the southern part of Far-Western Nepal in the Kanchanpur District and features predominant sal associated with arna, semal, karma, khair and sissoo are found along the riverside. The main grass species are the Imperate Cylindrica and the Saccharum Heteropogon, used extensively by the local people for thatching.

Nepal, within its territory has a lot to offer to her valuable guests. There are lots of destinations one can explore, among them few of the destinations are famous globally while few others though have potentiality have been gone unheard due to lack of enough publicity. Most of the destinations of the Mid and Far Western regions, in spite of being a paradise of nature, culture and adventure is still in its wilderness. Yet! not exploited, among them is Rara National Park, Bardiya National Park & Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve. All these three destinations have their own importance. Late King Mahendra had even written a poem on the pristine Rara Lake describing its scenic beauty.

With the objective to promote tourism in mid western region and far western region, and observing the interest of tourist visiting there, we have come up with the concept of Experience Wild West Triangle; the special promotional package offering visit to Rara Lake, Bardiya National Park and Shuklaphanta Wild Life Reserve.

Area: 305 sq. km.

Established: 1976

Location:

Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve is situated in the southern Terai of Far-Western Nepal.

Features:

Predominant sal forests associated with asna, simal, karma, khair and sisso are found along the riversides of the reserve. Large grasslands, phantas, are found within the reserve. Main grass species include Imperate cylindrica and Saccharum heteropogon, used extensively by the local people for thatching.

The reserve provides prime habitat for swamp deer, with an estimated population of 2000 found here. Other animals in the reserve are wild elephant, tiger, hispid hare, blue bull, leopard, chital, hog deer and wild boar. A total of 200 bird species have been recorded. Many grassland birds along with the endangered Bengal florican can be seen in the phantas. Marsh mugger, Indian python, monitor lizard, cobra, krait and rat snake are recorded here.

The Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve is situated in the southern part of Far-West Nepal in Kanchanpur District. The reserve lies between 80° 25' east longitude and 28° 35' north latitude.

The reserve had been a famous hunting area for many years, and was declared a Hunting Reserve in 1969. The reserve was gazetted in 1973 as Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve. It covers an area of 155 sq. km. 305 sq. m. after completion of an extension.

The riverine flood plain of the reserve comprises hill wash and alluvial deposits. Sal (Shorea robusta) is the dominant tree species. Extensive grasslands (locally called phanta) provide an ideal habitat for swamp deer (Cervus duvauceli). The species is endangered and is found in herds of thousands in the reserve.

Wildlife Safari Nepal

For those who wish to experience the natural environment at its best there is no better place to visit than Nepal. Nepal is a country of exceptional biodiversity and a beautiful natural environment. The tropical jungles of the Terai preserve some of the best wildlife habitat in the subcontinent. The mountainous country also shelters some of the world's most rare animals. Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park and Royal Chitwan National Park with typical natural, cultural and landscape characteristics were listed as World Heritage sites in 1979 and 1984 respectively.

The Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, a wetland of international significance, was declared a Ramsar Site in 1987. Nepal has 16 Parks (National Park, Wildlife Reserves and Conservation Areas), occupying 16% of its total geographical area. Jungle safaris on elephant ride or jeep drive are offered at the Parsa Wildlife Reserve, Royal Chitwan National Park, Royal Bardiya National Park and the Royal Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve, all of which are located in the low plain land. National parks located specially in the Terai region in the Nepal which attract visitors from all over the world. And a visit gives close up opportunities to view animals as well as experiencing the wilderness. Jungle safari involves game, jungle walk, dugout canoes trips.

You ride on an elephant's back or on a four wheeler jeep accompanied by a fully trained guide (also known as expert Naturalists) for the love of nature and animals. In Nepal, Chitwan and Bardiya are two hot dishes on the menu. Chitwan accommodates more than 43 species of animals. Among all, the endangered one-horned rhino, Royal Bengal tiger, Gharial crocodile, four-horned antelope, striped hyena and the Gangetic dolphin are the main attractions here. Come explore the jungle with us!

We are operating following Wildlife safari in many different National Park & wildlife Reserve Himalayan River in Nepal. Wildlife Safari in Chitwan National Park, Wildlife Safari in Bardiya National Park, Wildlife Safari in Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve and Wildlife Safari in Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve. Also we are operating tour and treks Langtang National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, RaRa National park, Shey-Phoksndo National Park, Khaptad National Park, Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve, Makalu Barun Natioanl Park and Conservation Area, Annapurna Conservation Area. Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, Koshi Tappu Wild Reserve, Shivapuri  Water  Shed  Conservation Area, Chitwan National park, Royal Bardiya national park, Parsa Wildlife Reserve, Sukla Phant Wildlife Reserve, Manaslu Conservation Park, Manaslu Conservation Area, Annapurna Conservation Area, Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, Langtang National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Rara National Park, Shey Phoksando National Park, Makalu Barun National Park, Khaptad National Park, Koshi Tapppu Wild Reserve, Royal Chitwan National Park, Royal Bardia National Park, Parsa Wildlife Reserve, Sukla Phant Wildlife Reserve, Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve and Shivapuri Water Shed Consrevation.

Hill Slide

Hills

Nepal is the one of the most popular tours destinations of the world. Tours in the mountains of Nepal is more a cultural experience than a wilderness expedition. You will be passing through picturesque villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups. You will see Chhetri farmers working in their fields and Tamang herders grazing their animals on the steep slopes. You will meet Gurkha soldier’s home on leave and come across Sherpa yak drivers transporting goods over the high mountain passes. And always in the background, the icy pinnacles of the Himalaya loom over the scenery.

 Nepal has been the dreamland of the tourists for a long time. Nepal invites, welcomes, charms and bewilders the visitor. Those who have already visited Nepal cherish the desire for a second visit and those who have heard or read about the kingdom make a plan to visit the country. The pattern of religion gives the country a unique status in the world. Almost all the important religious sects of the world are found in Nepal, however, the majority of the population believes in Hinduism and the conglomeration of the two religions, Hinduism and Buddhism serve as an unique example of tolerance and brotherhood. Many festivals of religious significance are celebrated commonly with equal enthusiasm by both the sects and there is the co-existence of all the other religious.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrivals in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu Tour
Day 03: Kathmandu - Daman
Day 04: Daman -Chitwan
Day 05: Royal Chitwan National Park
Day 06: Chitwan -Lumbini
Day 07: Lumbini - Tansen Lumbini
Day 08: Tansen - Pokhara
Day 09: Pokhara Tour
Day 10: Pokhara - Gorkha
Day 11: Gorkha - Nagarkot
Day 12: Nagarkot - Dhulikhel
Day 13: Dhulikhel - Kathmandu
Day 14: Kathmandu Free day
Day 15: Departure

Historical & Heritage Tours Nepal - 14 Days

The Himalayan Kingdom has the richest and most diverse culture landscapes anywhere. Nepal is the holy land of Lord Pashupatinath and Gautam Buddha where the Hindus and Buddhists have lived together in harmony for centuries. The Temple of Pashupatinath is Nepal's most scared Hindu shrine and one of the four most important cities in the world for Shiva worshippers. Lord Buddha, the light of Asia, was born in Lumbini in Nepal/s southern plains, which makes Nepal a scared pilgrimage destination for Buddhists as well.

 

Patan Durbar

Nepal has been the dreamland of the tourists for a long time. Nepal invites, welcomes, charms and bewilders the visitor. Those who have already visited Nepal cherish the desire for a second visit and those who have heard or read about the kingdom make a plan to visit the country. The pattern of religion gives the country a unique status in the world. Almost all the important religious sects of the world are found in Nepal, however, the majority of the population believes in Hinduism and the conglomeration of the two religions, Hinduism and Buddhism serve as an unique example of tolerance and brotherhood. Many festivals of religious significance are celebrated commonly with equal enthusiasm by both the sects and there is the co-existence of all the other religious.

 

Day 01: Arrivals in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu Tour
Day 03: Kathmandu Tour
Day 04: Patan Tour
Day 05: Bhaktpur Tour
Day 06: Kathmandu - Nuwakot
Day 07: Nuwakot - Gorkha
Day 08: Gorkha Tour
Day 09: Gorkha - Bandipur
Day 10: Bandipur - Kathmandu
Day 11: Kathmandu Tour
Day 12: Kathmandu Tour
Day 13: Free Day
Day 14: Departure 

Tours in Nepal

Mustang

Nepal, also named as a Heaven on Earth is a wonder in the Himalaya. It is the Shangri-La, roof of the world, living cultural Museum, birth place of the Lord Buddha and is the country of living Goddess. Nepal offers an astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventure opportunities found nowhere else on earth. It is also known as a melting pot of Hinduism & Buddhism offering non-stop festivals throughout the year. Nowhere else on the world is found the astonishing diversity of sightseeing attractions and adventure opportunities as Nepal offers.

 Nepal is situated between China in the north and India in the South. The elevation of the country ranges from 60m above sea level to the highest point on earth, Mt. Everest at 8,848m, all within a distance of 150 kilometers resulting in climatic conditions from sub-tropical to arctic.

The country is a potpourri of ethnic groups and sub-groups who speak over 70 languages and dialects. Adventure Silk Road with its carefully designed tour programs, lets the people to explore the highlights of the country. Come Join Us!

we are operating following Tours and Holiday in Nepal. Historical & Heritage Tours Nepal, Cultural & Hill Side Tour Nepal, Dreamland of the World Tours Nepal, Nepal Excursions Tour, Wonders of Nepal Tour, Explore Nepal Tour, Nepal Experience Tours, Nepal Adventure Tour, Cultural Nepal Tour, Taste of Nepal Tour, MICE Tour Nepal, Wildlife Safari Nepal, Buddhist Circuit Tours, Hindu Pilgrimage Tours, Honeymoon Tour Nepal, Botanical Tour Nepal, Bird Watching Tour Nepal, Village Tour Nepal, Golf Tour Nepal, Filming Nepal, Traditional Wedding Package Nepal, Sport Tourism Nepal, Adventure Activities Nepal, Domestic Air Service Nepal, Special Interest Tours, Festivals Tour Nepal. 

Language In Nepal

Nepal’s official language in Nepali, written in the Devnagri script, the script same as for Hindi. Both Nepali and Hindi get their script from Sanskrit of the Indo-Aryan family of language.  However, there are more than 30 other languages spoken as mother-tongues in different parts of the country, and as well there are many regional dialects. 

Language

The major languages spoken in Nepal are Nepali, Maithili, Bhojpuri, Tharu (Dagaura/Rana), Tamang, Newar, Magar, Awadhi, & others.  Maithili is spoken in the eastern Terai region, Bhojpuri in the mid-Terai region, Tharu both in the east and west Terai, Newari in the capital Kathmandu region, and Tamang & Magar among the hill people of Nepal.

Nepali, Maithili, and Bhojpuri belong to the Indo-European family. The mother tongues of the Tibeto-Nepalese groups, including Newari, belong predominantly to the Tibeto-Burman family. The Pahari, whose mother tongue is Nepali, is the largest ethnic group. If the Maithili and Bhojpuri speaking populations of the Terai were included, more than 75 percent of the population belongs to the Indo-Nepalese ethnic group. Only three other ethnic groups--the Tamang, the Tharu, and the Newar--approached or slightly exceeded the one-half million population mark. 

English may be called the second language in Nepal, much of the schooling in the urban areas are conducted in English medium. As well many in the travel and tourism industry speak German, Spanish, Japanese, French and Italian.  Hindi is also understood in major towns, and spoken as a link language in the Terai.

Nepali is also spoken and understood in Bhutan and some north eastern parts of India. The influence of Nepali language in India is seen in the state of Sikkim, where Nepali has been declared the official language. The language is also known as Gorkhali or Gurkhali, which means "language of Nepali Gorkhas". The oldest term to describe this language is "Khaskura", which came from the rice growing Indo-Aryan settlers known as Khas.

It is considered that some 500 years back, the Khas settlers migrated towards the east in the lower valleys of the Gandaki basin. This place was well suited for rice cultivation.  Around the year 1700, an army of Gurungs, Magars and other tribesmen came together under Prithvi Narayan. They set out to conquer other petty settlements in the foothills of the Himalayas. The Gorkha replaced the former homeland of the Khas as the military and political headquarters. Thus, the language came to be known as Gorkhali.

Customs

Customs

Greetings: People fold both palms in front of their face, and say “Namaskar” or “Namaste” to formally greet others. The juniors by relation, age, or status are supposed to do a “Namaste” first to their seniors, & the seniors respond in the same manner. You also do the “Namaste” while saying bidding goodbye. However, these days the western or international custom of handshaking is getting increasingly popular especially among the younger generation.

The diversity of ethnicity in Nepal again makes room for various sets of customs. People from remote areas are much more traditional than the people living in urban areas. Joint family is a remarkable practice travelers will notice while in Nepal. 

Nepal is an agricultural country and the primary occupation of Nepalese is farming. In rural areas, people are involved in producing their own daily food as well as selling them in the market. 

Most of Nepalese customs are based on religions especially Hindu & Buddhist. Nepal has many customs and beliefs which are at times might be difficult to understand as well as not too easy to obey, nevertheless this is the way of life to them and you should respect it. 

Nepalese take births and marriages as an auspicious custom, similarly death, another custom. According to the belief, a person won’t be matured until or unless they are married. When a person dies then his/her son becomes untouchable to others. The son has to live on with only rice in a day without a salt for a certain number of days. 

Shoes are prohibited in most of the Nepalese temple as well as photography. Nepalese have different clothing and eating system. They have their own hygiene concepts, in which customs for men and women differs.

Ethnic Mosaic

Ethnic Mosaic

Although their concentration varies, the Brahmins, Chetris, & Newars are the found everywhere in Nepal. The people of other castes & tribes sometimes make fun of these three castes by calling them the “mobile castes”.

Brahmins (or Bahun in Nepali): These are the uppermost caste in the Hindu hierarchical caste system. Brahmins are of Aryan descent and found all over Nepal except in the upper Himalayas. Brahmins are mostly teachers, priests, & government officials.

Chetris: The Hindu people of the warrior Aryan caste. The Shah Kings, the Ranas, & the high-profile army postions are still occupied by the Chetris in Nepal.

Newars: The ethnic people from the Kathmandu valley. The Newars have their own physical characteristics, system of language & rituals. Newars are mostly business people and artisans. Most are the Hindus, but some are also Buddhist by generations. 

Sherpas: Shrepa people are the original inhabitants of the Nepal’s side of Himalaya – different from Tibetans. The Sherpas are world famous for their mountaineering skills. However, the word Sherpa denotes an indigenous Himalayan community for the Nepalis, unlike what some travel writers refers to them as ‘porters’.

Magar, Gurung, Tamang, Rai, Limbu: These are the original inhabitants of mountain region. Although comparatively than Europeans, these ethnic people constitute most of the soldiers in Nepal Army, and the British & Indian Gurkha Army.

Madhesis: The people of the Terai regions constituting both Hindus & Muslims of Aryan descent. Some (but not all) of these people have their relations on both sides of the Indo-Nepal border. The Madhesi people constitute more than 40% of the Nepali population.

Tharu, Rajbansi, Danuwar, Majhi: These people consider themselves to be original inhabitants of the Terai. 

Manangi & Dolpo: These are tribal people living in the isolated pockets in the valleys beyond Himalaya but inside Nepal.

Culture and Custom

Nepali Culture

Nepalis are highly cultural people – with systematic & organzined calendar for the rituals, ceremonies, festivals. Especially the Kathamandu Valley is famous for its own unique way of celebrating different Jatras or Festivals since the earliest history.  The distinct festivals of Nepal give a new dimension to Hindu & Buddhist religions. 

Nepalis are still deeply religious people – often to the extent of superstitions. A prominent Nepali anthropologist even blames the religious attitude of accepting all difficulties as divine will as the real cause behind Nepal’s underdevelopment. Whatever, Nepalis would like to see their culture respected by the foreigners who visit Nepal. 

Marriage between two people is also a ritual affair. Most of the marriages are arranged & conducted during November & December, the harvest time in Nepal. It takes chanting of sacred mantras for whole the day to ritualize the marriage. Still, many foreigners find it romantic to wed in the Nepalese style.

Greetings: People fold both palms in front of their face, and say “Namaskar” or “Namaste” to formally greet others. The juniors by relation, age, or status are supposed to do a “Namaste” first to their seniors, & the seniors respond in the same manner. You also do the “Namaste” while saying bidding goodbye. However, these days the western or international custom of handshaking is getting increasingly popular especially among the younger generation.

Being vegetarian is not a problem as they are also well catered. In the big towns and cities, you can get virtually any kind of food you like in one of many restaurants, though western food is more expensive than local food.

The diversity in everything makes Nepalis are generally tolerant of others’ ways. However, sex is still a taboo subject in all cultures in Nepal. Baring one’s body in the public especially by the women is considered indecent behavior. Similarly, one’s expected to put off the shoes before entering the room. Public display of affection like kissing & hugging is also avoided.

Nepalese People

Nepalese People's

Nepal is a multi-ethnic society with more than 40 types of different races, tribes, & ethnicity constituting a population of more than 26 millions. A promising Nepali social researcher Dipesh Upadhyay calls Nepal a land of refugees. Dr. Stephen Bezruchka in his seminal travel book Trekking in Nepal also agrees that Nepal’s terrain was, “settled by peoples fleeing invaders from all directions” (p140). Nepal’s remote & inaccessible landscape has offered shelter to the victims of invasions & social turmoil not only from India in the south, & China & Tibet in the north, but from Bhutan & Burma as well. Thus people in Nepal can be variously categorized according to altitude, religion, and ethnicity.  

The Hindus constitute the famous four caste people, but they take somewhat different names & forms in Nepal than India. These people carry a surname according their profession. Although Buddhists do not have systematic caste systems, some Buddhist Newars of Kathmandu have been carrying their surnames like Bajracharya, Gurubacharya, Tamrakar, Tuladhar which denoted their professions during medieval Nepal.

Brahmins (or Bahun in Nepali): These are the uppermost caste in the Hindu hierarchical caste system. Brahmins are mostly teachers, priests, & government officials.

Chetris: The Hindu people of the warrior Aryan caste. The Shah Kings, the Ranas, & the high-profile army postions are still occupied by the Chetris in Nepal.

Newars: The ethnic people from the Kathmandu valley. Most are the Hindus, but some are also Buddhist by generations. 

Sherpas: Shrepa people are the original inhabitants of the Nepal’s side of Himalaya – different from Tibetans. 

Magar, Gurung, Tamang, Rai, Limbu: These are the original inhabitants of mountain region. 

Madhesis: The people of the Terai regions constituting both Hindus & Muslims of Aryan descent. 

Tharu, Rajbansi, Danuwar, Majhi: These people consider themselves to be original inhabitants of the Terai. 

Manangi & Dolpo: These are tribal people living in the isolated pockets in the valleys beyond Himalaya but inside Nepal.

TOURISM DESTINATIONS -KIRTIPUR

The small town of Kirtipur is on a hill, 5km southwest of Kathmandu. In the past there were 12 gates of the town. Parts of the old city wall still remain. The main industry in town is the Kirtipur Cottage Industry Centre and most of the residents are either weavers or farmers. There are some great views of Kathmandu and the mountains behind it. Kirtipur is on two hills and the saddle between the hills. With its easily defendable hilltop location, when Prithvi Narayan Shah attacked the valley in 1768, Kirtipur was the first place to be attacked. After a tough siege, the town was taken. Kritipur The king being angry at the resistance order that all the male residents of the town have their lips and nose cut off, but those who could play wind instruments were spared. With its easily defendable hilltop location, when Prithvi Narayan Shah attacked the valley in 1768, Kirtipur was the first place to be attacked. After a tough siege, the town was taken. The king being angry at the resistance order that all the male residents of the town have their lips and nose cut off, but those who could play wind instruments were spared.It is said that news of this punishment spread across the valley and resistant was weakened else where across the valley. Tribhuvan University, the University of Nepal, has the best library in Nepal. It is at the bottom of the hill that the town is on

Temples At the bottom of the two hills, where they meet is the three-tiered Bagh Bhairab Temple, which is holy to both Hindus and Buddhists. The main deity of the temple is Bhairab, in the form of a tiger. There is a temple torana to the left of the entrance with Vishnu riding Garuda. Bhairab in the middle of Ganesh and Kumar is below them. The temple is covered with swords and shields that belong to the troop of Kirtipur, who were defeat by the army of King Prithvi Narayan Shah. Sacrifices are made here on Tuesday and Saturday mornings. The triple-roofed Uma Maheshwar Temple, or Hindu Kvat, is gotten by climbing the stone stairway by the saddle. On either side of the beginning of the stairway is a stone elephant with spikes on them. The main deities in this temple are standing Siva and Parvati. To the left of the main deities is the form of Siva with Parvati leaning against him seductively. From the temple there are good views of the surrounding area. The temple was originally built in 1673 and had four roofs. It was damaged in the earthquake of 1934 and was restored. The Chilanchu Vihara is on top of the southern hill. It has a central stupa and four stupas around it. It has statues and bells. Travel Many buses come here from the Kathmandu City bus stand (45 minutes, Rs 6). The bus stops at the university and from there you walk up the hill to the town. It is more comfortable to get here by taxi from Kathmandu (Rs 200). By mountain bike it takes about 1½ hours to get to Kirtipur from Kathmandu. It is a long steep ride up the hill to here. You take the Ring Road Bridge across the Bagmati River and then take the first left onto the Dakshinkali road. After around 1km past the bridge you turn right onto the road that has two brick gatehouses on either side of the road. You go about 1km up the hill and then take the left fork where the minibuses stop near the university. To return from Kirtipur, you can go to village of Chobar and then to Chobar Gorge and then ride to Patan. From the Chilanchu Vihara, at the southeast end of Kirtipur, you ride down the hill by the mound called Mazadega (built as a foundation of the stupa). At the bottom of the hill you take the Pharping Road and then get on the trail to Chobar, a little past the Thai temple. It is easy to see Chobar, because it is easily seen on a hill to the southeast. You can also take a thin footpath up the hill to the village of Chobar, where there is the Adinath Lokeshwar Temple. You then keep riding down the hill towards the river, towards the cement works besides the river. The Chobar Gorge and Jal Binayak Temple are near the cement works. From the trail above you can also take a side trip to Panga, which has some temple, but nothing of particular interest. From Panga, you go to the small village of Nagaon.

TOURISM DESTINATIONS -PATAN

Lalitpur, city in Nepal, on the Baghmati River, in the Kathmandu Valley, just south of Kathmandu. Lalitpur is the administrative center of Lalitpur District. The area surrounding the city produces barley, wheat, millet, oats, corn, rice, potatoes, and vegetables. The city is known for its metalwork, brassware, woven textiles, matches, and handicrafts; an industrial area was established in the 1960s.

Patan

The site of Lalitpur is very old, having parts of ancient walls and Hindu temples dating from the 3rd century BC and Buddhist temples of the 15th and 16th centuries. Founded about AD650, Lalitpur was the capital of the traditional first king of Nepal. During the Middle Ages the area was alternately an independent Newar kingdom or tributary to Kathmandu or Bhaktapur, until the Shah dynasty conquered it in 1768. The city was formerly known as Patan; the present Sanskrit name is now in official use. Population (1991) 117,203.

Bhaktapur Information

Tourist services:
Hotel services, Mountain Flight, Wild life tours, Sightseeing, Jungle Safari, Trekking, Rafting, Adveture sport, Kayaking, Biking, Mountaineering, Helicopter service, Para Gliding, Casinos, etc.
World heritage sites:
Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Bouddha Nath stupa, Changu Narayan Temple, Kathmandu Darbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Patan Durbar Square, Swayambhu Nath Temple, Everest National Park, Royal Chitwan National Park etc.
Telephone no. of Immigration offices:
Department of Immigration, Kathmandu: +977 1 4222453, 4223590 Fax: +977 1 4223127 and Pokhara: +977 61 521167
Trekking Safety:
**Never trek alone, hire a guide and a porter with us E-mail: trekking@bhaktapuronline.com. for the best services during you are in Nepal.
**Become informed about high altitude sickness.

**Carry a medicine kit and medicines you need.

**Take water purifier tablets.

** Watch well where you are walking and don't step back ward during you are taking pictures.

**Never take pictures of people without permission.

**Take you time during you are trekking or hiking, taking rest is better for your health.
Entry Fees:
Bhaktapur Entry: For foreign Nationals -US$ 10 P.P. & for SAARC Nationals- NRS 50 P.P.

Patan Entry: For foreign Nationals -NRS 200 P.P. & for SAARC Nationals- NRS 25 P.P.

Bouddhanath Sutpa Entry : For foreign Nationals -NRS 50 P.P. & for SAARC Nationals- No

Swayambhunath Stupa Entry : For foreign Nationals -NRS 50 P.P. & for SAARC Nationals- No

Annapurna Region Entry : For foreign Nationals -NRS 2,000 P.P. & for SAARC Nationals- NRS 250 P.P.

Everest and Langtang Region :For foreign Nationals -NRS 1,000 P.P. & for SAARC Nationals- NRS 250 P.P.
Airport Tax:
All passengers departing from Tribhuval International Airport is NRS 1356 (With VAT) to SAARC countries, NRS 1695 (With VAT) to all the international destinations and NRS 170 for domestics departures.

Around Kathmandu

The Kathmandu Valley is noted in some history books for some archaeological evidence dated from 900 BC. The Buddha is also to have spent some time in what is Patan today, during 6 th Century BC. In the 3 rd Century BC, the Indian emperor, Ashoka, who is from the Mauryan Dynasty, has built four ‘Stupas’ or pillars around Patan.

After these events, the following dynasties have ruled the Kathmandu Valley: the Kirat dynasty; the Licchavi dynasty from 464 AD; the Malla dynasty between the 12 and 17 th centuries; Prithvi Narayan Shah invaded Nepal and his dynasty started to rule it from 1758- the birth of modern Nepal.

During the Anglo-Nepalese war (1815-16), parts of Nepal (e.g, Sikkim) were annexed by the British East India Company in return for Nepal to have complete autonomy of its own.
From 1846, Jung Bahadur came to power and founded the Rana dynasty, which came to be pro-British and supported Britain during the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny in India, and the two world wars. In 1923, the UK and Nepal signed a friendship agreement, in which the UK recognised Nepal as an independent nation.

NEPAL - TOURISM RESOURCE CENTER

The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) is a national organization established by an act of Parliament in the form of partnership between His Majesty`s Government and the private sector tourism industry of Nepal. NTB is responsible for the marketing activities aimed at promoting Nepal as a premier destination. Although the initial phase of the functioning of the Board was focused on marketing and promotion, the ultimate aim of the NTB is to take over regulatory and product development activities as well. The functioning of NTB has the commitment and the support of the government as well as the dynamism of the private sector. The Board is an autonomous institution consisting of 11 board members (the Secretary at the MOCTCA as Chairman and 4 ex-officio members from government ministries and 6 from among the private sector representatives including the Chief Executive Officer). The Board has been created to provide a vision drawn leadership, continuity of promotional efforts, good management and guidance to Nepal`s tourism industry. The funds for NTB is collected from the entire tourism related businesses in the form of tourist service fee, thereby keeping it financially independent. The Board is working toward repositioning the image of the country so as to market and promote Nepal aggressively and extensively both domestically and internationally. This is crucial as Nepal, though small in size, has immense cultural and natural diversity and is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The friendliness and hospitality of the people of Nepal, where guests are treated as Gods and the variety of exciting adventure activities combined with culture that epitomizes peace and harmony, make a visit to Nepal a memorable experience. We feel proud and honored to welcome you to Nepal.

Source: Nepal Tourism Board