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            NEPAL
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Nepal is a long narrow
rectangular country,
landlocked between China and
India on the flanks of the
eastern Himalayas. On its
northern border is Everest,
the highest mountain in the
world. The climate is
subtropical in the south, and
all regions are affected by
the monsoon. Nepal is one of
the world's least developed
countries, with most of the
population trying to survive
as peasant farmers.

Area (Sq. Km.): 145,392

Population: 19,157,000

Capital: Katmandu

Language:
Nepali

Religion:
Hindu 90%
Buddhist 7%

Government Type:
Democracy

Currency: Nepalese rupee

Embassy:
12a Kensington Palace Gardens
London
W8 4QU
0171-229-1594

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Foreign Office Advice:

Demonstrations may occur with
little warning, they and
crowded areas should be
avoided.

Comprehensive travel insurance
and medical rescue are
essential.

Driving standards are erratic
and maintenance of vehicles
unreliable. Fatal accidents
involving long distance buses
is not uncommon.

When trekking local advice
should be sought. Travel alone
is not advised. Visas should
not be renewed through
intermediaries.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129