Nepal is a country in South Asia, Asia. Its capital is Kathmandu, with a population of approximately 30.0M and a total area of 147,181 km². The official language is Nepali and the currency is the Rupee (NPR).
Nepal covers an area of 147,181 km² with a population density of 204/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $40.8B ($1,360 per capita) and gained independence in 1768. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten highest mountains, including Mount Everest at 8,848m. It is also the only country in the world with a non-rectangular national flag — a double pennon shape used since the 19th century.
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Earth's highest point at 8,848m — the ultimate mountaineering challenge
The most sacred Hindu temple in the world, a UNESCO site on the banks of the Bagmati River
One of the largest spherical stupas in the world — a UNESCO pilgrimage centre in Kathmandu
A UNESCO park where you can see one-horned rhinoceroses, tigers and elephants
The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu.
The official language(s) of Nepal are Nepali.
The population of Nepal is approximately 30.0M.
Nepal uses the Rupee (NPR).
Nepal is located in Asia, in the South Asia region.
Nepal has a GDP of $40.8B, with a GDP per capita of $1,360.
The best time to visit Nepal is October–November, March–April. The climate is Alpine, varies dramatically by altitude.
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