This is the Land the Great Buddha Was Born in 632BC

   
Located within the Himalayas is the beautiful of Nepal, a country that is true to its Buddhist past and religious views of Buddhism today. This is the land the great Buddha was born in 632BC. You can go to his birthplace and visit the stupa where he spent his last days, this is one of the most holy sites in Nepal. Although Nepal is well known not only for its numerous Buddhist temples and stupas but also the highest mountain in the world Mt. Everest, which towers in the sky line far into the clouds at over 17,500 feet. Many visit Nepal just to try and reach the peak of the monstrous mountain range, few make it all the way to the highest land point in the world. Nepal is also well known for its beautiful lands, ancient ruins and one of kind ecosystems found in its wildlife preserves, where the last Bengal tigers roam.

When it comes to the Nepalese culture, interacting and gaining an insight into the local and rural folklore is a must. Folklore is an integral part of the Nepalese people, it is well spread and people of all ages usually know the common tale. Nepalese tales are mainly based around day to day life and incorporate stories of love, affection, war, along with demons and ghosts, truly reflecting the lifestyles and beliefs of local peoples. The traditional folktales are played out in festivals and expressed through dance and music. Seeing the tales in live motion and hearing the tales from locals is a touching experience the passion that is put into the tales and the dancing is inspirational at the least.

Nepal is a great place for a jungle safari, where visitors can see wild rhinos, Bengal tigers and herds of elephants roaming flat lands and open plateaus. In the few parks that are protected the wildlife is very diverse and at most times very unique. Guided tours and 4 wheel expeditions can be had almost anytime of day and offer some of the best panoramic views north of the equator. Guests of the parks will also enjoy camping, trekking and horseback riding if they choose so. Added to the mix is a chance to hop on a 4 wheeler and breeze through the lands too, its nice to get around quickly for the miraculous vistas but will not do well to capture photos of the wildlife.

Hiking, biking and riding trails are quite popular in Nepal and many of them lead right to UNESCO world heritage sites. In total there are more than 40 well known and popular hiking trails that are easy to follow without getting lost in the wilderness and thousands of small local trails can be discovered too, but if you are not a seasoned woodsmen it's best to stick with the well marked trails. Guided hikes that can last up to a day or even weeks in time can be had as well and most of these will bring you off the beaten path to hidden treasures of Nepal that not many have seen, such as hidden jungle waterfalls and secret watering holes where animals of all kinds gather for a drink. Hiking and discovering the marvelous lands of Nepal is an experience not worth missing, especially if you are planning to take a ton of pictures of spectacular views, while trekking you will be exposed to thousands and some of the rarest. Take a helicopter tour around the Kathmandu Valley and around Everest for a good insight of the natural beauty of Nepal.

Gosaikunda

Dharahara

Nyatapola

Barun Valley

Kopan Monastery

Narayanhity Palace Museum

Swayambhunath

Kathmandu Valley

Pashupatinath Temple