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Nepal โ Nepal Time (NPT)
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Major Cities in Nepal
๐ Nepal Facts, Holidays & Tourism
๐ For Students:
- Affordable education with growing international programs.
- Top Universities: Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu University, Pokhara University.
- Popular Fields: Medicine, Tourism, IT, Business, Humanities.
- Scholarship programs available for domestic & foreign students.
โ๏ธ For Visitors:
- Visa: Visa-on-arrival for most nationalities.
- Popular Destinations: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Everest Region, Lumbini, Chitwan.
- Best Time to Visit: OctoberโDecember & MarchโMay.
- Transportation: Buses, domestic flights, and tourist vans available.
๐ผ For Professionals & Expats:
- Work Visa: Requires job offer & approval from Nepal Immigration.
- Key Sectors: Tourism, Hydropower, Agriculture, IT, Hospitality.
- Cost of Living: Lower compared to most Asian cities.
- Business Etiquette: Respectful, formal, and relationship-based.
๐๏ธ Tourism & Culture:
- Birthplace of Lord Buddha (Lumbini).
- Home to 8 of the worldโs 14 highest mountains including Mount Everest.
- Famous Attractions: Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Bhaktapur, Annapurna Circuit.
- Major Festivals: Dashain, Tihar, Holi, Buddha Jayanti.
๐ Quick Tips:
- Currency: Nepalese Rupee (Rs / NPR).
- Timezone: NPT (UTC+05:45) โ no DST.
- Emergency Numbers: 100 (Police), 101 (Fire), 102 (Ambulance).
- Electricity: 230V, 50Hz; plug types C, D, and M.