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🇳🇵 Nepal Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Nepal is a country in South Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 147,181 km² and is a landlocked country with no coastline. It shares land borders with 2 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
South Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
147,181 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
204/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+5:45
UTC offset
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Independence
1768
established
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Climate
Alpine, varies dramatically by altitude
general type

Location and Position

Nepal is situated in South Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. As a landlocked country, Nepal has no direct access to the sea, which historically influenced its trade routes and development. Access to international markets relies on agreements with neighbouring countries.

Size and Area

Nepal covers a total area of 147,181 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 30.0M across this area, the population density is 204/km². The capital city is Kathmandu.

Climate

The climate of Nepal is alpine, varies dramatically by altitude. The best time to visit is generally October–November, March–April, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Nepal

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China
Beijing
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India
New Delhi

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Nepal located?

Nepal is located in South Asia, Asia. The capital city is Kathmandu.

How large is Nepal?

Nepal has a total area of 147,181 km² with a population density of 204/km².

What countries border Nepal?

Nepal shares land borders with: China, India.

What is the climate of Nepal?

The climate of Nepal is Alpine, varies dramatically by altitude. The best time to visit is October–November, March–April.

What timezone is Nepal in?

Nepal observes UTC+5:45 timezone.

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