Nepal, globally celebrated for its majestic Himalayan Mountain ranges, artistic monuments, unique wildlife, and rich cultural diversity, is a land of peace and harmony. Nestled between China to the north and India to the south, Nepal covers 147,181 square kilometers, stretching 885 kilometers from east to west and 193 kilometers from north to south.
With 125 ethnic groups and 123 languages spoken as mother tongues, Nepal is a vibrant mosaic of cultures. Agriculture remains the backbone of its economy, engaging approximately 75% of the population.
Geographical Regions:
- Terai (Flat Region): Covers about 17% of the total land area.
- Hills (Central Region): Altitudes range from 610 to 1,600 meters, including valleys such as Kathmandu, the capital.
- Himalayan Region: Extends along the northern sector, with altitudes from 1,600 meters to the towering 8,848 meters of Mt. Everest, the world’s highest peak.
Nepal’s climate boasts five distinct zones: tropical, subtropical, temperate, alpine, and arctic. Its population of 30 million reflects a blend of races, languages, religions, and cultures.
Religious Composition:
- Hinduism: 81.3%
- Buddhism: 9%
- Islam: 3.1%
- Kirat: 3.1%
- Christianity: 2.76%
- Prakriti (Nature Worship): 0.5%
- Bon, Jainism, Bahai, Sikhism: Less than 0.1%