- Mount Everest

- Buddhist temples

- Spectacular with animals sacrificed

- Cheap drugs, hence the country has been popular with hippies

The main element affecting the climate of Nepal is the Himalayan chain, which divides the country into two climatic zones:
- Dry subtropical climate of a mountain - north
- Tropical monsoon climate - South

On the high mountain areas, temperatures throughout the year are negative and range from -40 ° C in January to -20 ° C in June, while in other areas in January temperatures are about. 16 ° C, and in June about. 26 ° C.

Most rainfall is recorded during the summer monsoon, which przyopada the months from June to September.

Above the limit of 5,000 m above sea level begins to limit the eternal snow.

From January to February.

Purr tantric songs and hymns are a characteristic element of the Nepalese culture. In the valley of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur region are characteristic of trance dances with masks.

Caste group as a social unit was abolished in 1963. Patriarchal family is now postawową unit of society (a good example of patriarchy is the structure of literacy in Nepal - approx. 35% of women can read and write, and as much as 63% of men).

Nepal is ethnically very complex. Large groups of ethnic affinities with the Tibetan form Gurkha, Khasowie, Bhotowie and Szerpowie. Much is also a group of tribes indoaryjskich Newarów and Nepalese.

Nepali 47.8%, 12.1% Maith, 7.4%, Bhojpuri, Tharu (Dagaura / Rana) 5.8%, 5.1%, Tamang, Newar 3.6%, 3.3% Magara, Awadhi 2 4%, the remaining 10%

Many government and business representatives speak English.

48.6%

Includes Polish citizens visa. Visas for travel and stay can be obtained at the Embassy of Nepal in Berlin and New Delhi.

You may get the following types of visas:

a) the entry tourist visa: a one-off for 60 days ($ 30) or a multiple of 60 days ($ 60) - Tourist visa can be renewed on the spot, to a maximum of 150 days, by the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu and Pokhara Immigration Office at (fee visa extensions for 30 days is $ 1 per day);

b) a transit visa for 48 hours (to be confirmed ticket for onward travel) - issued at the airport in Kathmandu, which cost $ 5;

The nearest Embassy of Nepal:

Embassy of the Kingdom of Nepal
Guerickestrasse 27 - Second floor
D-10587 Berlin-Charlottenburg
tel. (0-0 49 30) 343 599 20-22
Fax: (0-0 49 30) 343 599 2006
E-mail: rneberlin@t-online.de
Internet www.nepalembassy-germany.com

There is no Polish Embassy in Nepal. Nepal is subject to the territorial jurisdiction of the Polish Embassy in New Delhi (India). Within this country operates Honorary Consul General of Poland in Kathmandu.

During his stay in Nepal more than 120 days must register with the local police department.

The most equipped hospital is Patan Hospital in Lagankhel. Other hospitals are Western Regional Hospital and Manipal Hospital in Pokhara and the missionary hospital in Tansen.

Pharmacies in Kathmandu offer a wide range of Western drugs at low prices.

In Kathmandu, you can get free vaccinations for the Department of Infectious Diseases.

Full medical insurance is essential.

Polish insurance policies are recognized only when those companies are represented by local agents.

ISIC and EURO <26 are akcepowane.

Ambulance Nepal Red Cross Society - 4228094

Costs of stay in public hospitals are small, private clinics and in the range from 35 to $ 40 per night.

The water you drink only boiled and filtered - failing to do so threatens not only diarrhea but also threatening diseases.

HIV-positive people are forbidden to enter the territory of Nepal.

It is recommended to draw attention to their belongings - they are often stolen luggage of tourists.

Key documents should always carry with them and make copies of all important documents.

Also, do not go out hiking alone or in small groups.

21 November 2006, Prime Minister Koirala and Maoist leader in Nepal Prachandra signed a peace treaty ending 10 year civil war, providing for the submission of weapons by the Maoists and their politicians to enter the transitional government and parliament.

November 28 agreement was reached providing for surrender of weapons by both sides under UN control and maintenance of government troops in the barracks, and offices in 28 Maoist camps.

January 15, 2007 Interim Constitution was passed, under which immediately created a temporary 330-person parliament with 83 seats for the Communist Party of Nepal.

January 17 Maoists began forwarding the UN weapons monitors. January 23 the UN Security Council established the UN Mission in Nepal (UNMIN), which is to supervise the demobilization process and assist in preparing for elections. April 1, 2007 Koirala formed a transitional government, which was among 22 members of five activists of CPN.

The political situation is still restless.

Himalayan Rescue Association, Kathmandu 4262746

Himalayan Rescue Dog Squad, Pokhara 61-520374

District Police Office, Kathmandu 4261790, 4261945

Police 101

As far as conditions permit political and weather, there are six major land border crossings in Nepal: five from India, one of Tibet.    

The most popular border crossing is in Sunauli, near Bhairawa, which provides easy access to Delhi and Varanasi in India.

You can choose between two airlines Indian Airlines and Royal Nepal Airlines. The latter are considered to be unreliable (airplanes do not crash, but flights are often canceled.)

There are no international rail or bus journeys, it is the ticket to the Nepalese border buses.

There are no international rail or bus journeys, it is the ticket to the Nepalese border buses.

The plane is a convenient and fast means of transport in Nepal. The air connections, however, are problems of flights are canceled by the weather, and reservations must be confirmed, as in the case of connectivity problems in the mountains is tough.

In Nepal it is only a 100km railway line.

Bus tickets are very widely available. In Nepal, travels to the old, good brand TATA buses (not counting a few Western buses, which are much more expensive tickets). Theoretically, the travel is prohibited on the roof, but quite often the case, although the original purpose bus roof is a place for luggage.

For security reasons, do not run after Nepal's night buses.

International driver's license required.

Roads are in a bad state, especially in the mountains.

In Pokhara can be cheap, haggling, rent a bike. Leaves only the owner of the passport Photocopying.

In the cities of Nepal does not have a problem with internet access. At Thamelu in Kathmandu per hour is paid 20 rupees and in Pokhara ok. 120 rupees per hour.

Usually sends postcards to hundreds of. They travel to the Polish ok. month. In Nepal, the card is paid from 1910 to 1920 rupees (1 / 7 - 2 / $ 7) and 15 rupees for a stamp.

1 Nepalese Rupee (NPR) = 100 pajsa

International credit cards Visa and MasterCard are accepted only at ATMs in Kathmandu and Pokhara. ATMs in other cities can only accept local cards.

In less urban areas is recommended to use the cash.

Advised to carry notes in small denominations - is a big problem with the banknote, eg rozmienieniem. 1,000 rupees.

Dal-Bhat - 200NRP

Momo dumplings - 70NRP

black tea - 10NRP

tea with ginger and honey - 30NRP

Beer - 60IRP/150NRP

Nepalese visa - 30USD

Hotels and hotels in Nepal is a lot, and those with the lowest standard to luxury.

In Kathmandu is the most expensive - Double with bath costs about. $ 5.

The extra-urban areas is much bezgwiazdkowych lodgy. Pay for accommodation from 20 rupees to 120 rupees.

Bed in a 2-3 double room with private bathroom - up from a 120IRP/150NRP

Ne let us take the words "hot shower 24 hours - let us check ourselves.

Most of the meals in Nepal consists of tarkami Dhal Bhat, a mixture of lentils, rice and vegetable curry.

- Boiled sweets with milk produced on the domestic Ghi, or clarified butter

- Peth - candied pumpkin.

- Tibetan dumplings

- Dhal Bhat tarkami

- Lassi made from curdled milk diluted local beer

- Zang - like drink made from barley to beer

- The best and most popular trekking routes of the world

- Annapurna Sanctuary - Nepal office of the gods, the pilgrims travel to Muktinath Hindus and Buddhists.

- Buddhist Stupa - sacred buildings of the function of the reliquary, decorated with the magical eye zewnąktrz pairs (stupas in Bodhnath, Swajambhunath)

- Czangu Narayana temples, Bhawami in Bhadgaun

- Buildings of the palace in Kathmandu, Bhadgaun, Patanie

Durbar Square - the former palace of the rulers of Nepal, the heart of old town, where there is a lot of monuments

Swajambhunath-ancient Buddhist stupa, popularly known as Monkey Temple, the hill offers a panoramic view of Kathmandu

Pashupatinath - Hindu temple complex, where he made cremation

Boudhanath Stupa - the large stupa and age, one of the largest in the world has the all the eyes of Buddha, built in the fifth century AD. - Placed on the octagonal prayer młynkami

Ćitwan Royal National Park - the location of many species of animals, especially rhinos and elephants

During the year, organized a lot of festivals and events. Deserve attention:

- Dasain holiday celebrated nationwide in October with the submission of animal sacrifices

- Tihar in November, the animals are worshiped during this holiday

- Haribodhini Ekadashi (November)

- Maha Shivaratri (March)

- Krishna Jayanti (in late August and September) in Patanie

- Mani Rimdu (November) in Solu Khumbu

- Buddha Jayanti (May) in Kathmandu

- Loar (Tibetan New Year), celebrated in February in Swayambhunath, Jawlakhel mountainous areas and among the rural population

Famous Pub Tom and Jerry is a worthy visit in Kathmandu.

- Warmer clothes - it is coldest in December and January

- Rain clothing

- Sunglasses, protective filter, a hat for sun protection

- Store medicines needed

- Water purification tablets

Nepal is one of the least urbanized countries in the world.

Over 80% of the country covered by mountains with an average height of approximately. 6000 m above sea level

In the mountains the weather is very tricky, so we should be prepared for any sudden changes in the aura.

If you have decided on the "more" trip and we intend, therefore, hire porters, let's do it through the hotel or agency.

On trips to the Himalayas need a pass, checked on the spot in police stations. You can buy them at travel agents.