Saturday, January 5, 2019

VISIT NEPAL 2020: Why visit and what to expect: Exploring Nepal in 2020


After the success of Visit Nepal Year 1998 and Nepal Tourism Year 2011, the Tourism Board of Nepal introduced Visit Nepal Campaign 2020. The Campaign was announced in 2015 to be held in 2018 but was later postponed to 2020. Nepal needs no introduction. The country of extremes, it is a must-go-to destination for travel enthusiast all around the world. However, if you are unbeknownst to the beauty and charm of Nepal, then mentioned below are the 10 reasons you must visit Nepal in 2020.


Nepal has always been a frontrunner among world’s top tourist destinations. Tourism kicked off in 1953 with the first successful expedition of Mt. Everest and boomed in the 1960s and 1970s as a Hippie’s paradise. Over the course of decades, the country has hosted millions of tourists who flock the nation to marvel at its peaks, heritage, and country life. Visit Nepal 2020 campaign was scheduled in 2018 to promote that Nepal was a safe place to travel and only 12 of 75 districts were affected by the earthquake. The crawling upgrading activity of Tribhuwan International Airport and delayed construction of Gautam Buddha International Airport in Lumbini and improper transportation infrastructure led the Tourism Board to postpone the campaign to 2020.            

What are the reasons you must visit Nepal in 2020? Is it just it’s beauty? Is it because it hosts 8 of the 10 highest peaks in the world, or is it because it is the land of the highest mountain in the world Mount Everest? Is it because of the humungous number of cultures and traditions followed in Nepal or because of the thousands of species of flora and fauna found across the country? There are a million reasons to visit this paradise, but we have jotted down some reason you must visit Nepal in 2020.


Rebirth of medieval landmarks
During the massive 2015 earthquake, several of Kathmandu Valley and surrounding area’s historic cultural heritages were destroyed. These centuries old heritages weren’t only the epitome of exemplary Newari heritage but also carried the country’s true history and legacy within them. However, with the government’s quick initiatives and aids from Samaritan countries like China and Japan, the restoration of these heritages is taking place in a rapid manner and they will be back in their old-world charm just in time for the tourism year.

Bio-diversity of Birds and Watching endangered animals
Nepal is not only about trekking and mountain climbing. It is also destination for geographic experts and people who study flora and fauna too. Nepal boasts a wide range of animals and plants, some found just in Nepal. Nepal has 852 species of birds and bird watching has evolved into a sought-out activity of tourists. Nepal also homes several endangered species such as the Bengal Tiger, One Horned Rhinoceros, Bengal Fox, Red Panda and the elusive Snow Leopard. Nepal is a perfect spot for migratory birds to stay a few months; hence bird watching is even more popular in the migratory season. If you are a bird enthusiast or an ornithologist, then, by all means, you must visit Nepal in 2020.

Better infrastructures
While the talks for monorails from India and China are in their final stages, the construction of international airport in Bhairahwa and reconstruction of the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu have already begun. Similarly, construction of roads in rural areas and expansion in cities, flourishing of hotels throughout the country, and wide reach of internet even in the mountains will make your Nepal visit a comfortable one.

Kathmandu – Also known as a city of temples
Nepal is also rich in culture and traditions. There are countless ethnic groups each following their distinct art and religions. This diverse traditions and lifestyle is a prominent feature of Nepalese people. Nepal boasts in cultural diversity, and this vast tradition showcases in the heritage and temples. In Kathmandu alone, there are 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites including Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Durbar Squares.

The first city you will see when visiting Nepal is Kathmandu. Kathmandu is another one of the major reasons why you should visit Nepal, in 2020. While Nepal had been hit by a massive earthquake in the year 2015, it has managed to revoke its architectural delights into its former glory. Kathmandu is aptly called as the city of temples because of the abundance of temples found there. Kathmandu has several World Heritage Sites under its collars. All of these sites are locations of substantial architectural importance, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic nature of the peace-loving Nepalese. The city of temples showcases architecture in its pure raw form, and you should visit the city at least once in your lifetime.

Exciting new destinations
Nepal already has an overwhelming number of destinations and activities to choose from. However, tourism bodies of Nepal are still keen to add more varieties. While destinations like Kathmandu, Pokhara, Everest and Annapurna regions have been largely explored, some very beautiful destinations like Khaptad and Dolpo are yet to be explored. Tourists can brace themselves to visit these destinations as we expect many travel agencies to come up with exclusive packages featuring these destinations.

Customized and tailored packages
With the advent of tourism year, Nepal’s tourism and travel agencies which currently exist in hundreds of numbers, will try to capitalize on high arrival of tourists. Cutthroat competition being a certainty, these businesses will try their best to come up with new, exciting packages that offer more value for less money. They will also certainly try to get an edge by introducing exciting and pioneering packages to new destinations. Here are some of the best travel and trekking agencies in Nepal you can check out to inquire and book the best packages that suits all your needs and requirements:


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