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Neoclassical Nepal: the Rana Palaces
For a century prior to 1950, Nepal was ruled by the Ranas, a powerful clan self-appointed as prime ministers known for, besides their iron-handed rule, the ostentatiousness of their luxuries. It was the custom for each Rana Maharaja to use state funds to build a European-style palace not only for himself, but also for each of his appropriate kin. There are still dozens of such palaces in Kathmandu which attempt virtually every twist from baroque to art deco. (more)
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Trekking Tips: Say Hello to the Himalayas
Rearing up over the subcontinent like an immense, whitecapped tidal wave, the Himalaya are, to many travellers' minds, the whole reason for visiting Nepal. This guide from the Rough Guide is intended to help you decide if you want to trek, and if so, how and where you might like to do it.
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The Road less Travelled
To many foreigners, when they think of Nepal, the image invariably is of a remote mountainous country with its snow covered Himalayan peaks.
Yet, almost half the country's population lives in the subtropical Gangetic plains, called the Terai. A visit to Nepal remains incomplete without seeing the beauty of the Terai.
And Chitwan is the best place to do so.
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The Glimpse of Everest Trek, although relatively easy compared to some of our other treks, takes you up high along trails where you will see the world’s highest peaks, including Everest Ama Dablam and Lhotse. However, bear in mind that much depends on the ability of flights to land in Lukla and the following itinerary is subject to this. Sometimes, due to bad weather or unavailability of aircraft, there is a possibility that your trek may have to be re-routed.(more)
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The first incursions into Langtang in recent times were made by wandering holy men, bearded sadhus who followed their own sacred trails toward the heavenly pinnacles of the Himalaya. Their progress went unchecked, for they were guided by a higher power and had no need of passport or papers. They were nameless, devoted mystics, or so it was accepted.(more)
Rafting companies operate primarily on two of Nepal's major rivers, the Trisuli and the Sun Kosi. Trips are available from one day to two weeks. Day-rafting is a quick thrill for those on a tight schedule, while longer trips allow for day hikes to nearby villages or temples, and plenty of time for swimming, fishing, photography, and lazing around. (more)
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