Nepal
Summary
Now a democratic republic, Nepal is considered one of the best
destinations for trekking and mountaineering in the world. Straddling
the Himalayas, Nepal joins these snowy peaks to the warm, flat plains of
India. Stunning landscapes await any adventurer - 8 of the world's 10
highest peaks, including Mt. Everest.
Tens of thousands of adventurers are drawn to Nepal every year for the trekking, rafting, mountain biking and a variety of other activities that are available for all abilities. The Everest and Annapurna regions are the most popular for trekkers; with an established system of tea houses to rest in it is a good place for first-timers, but there a plenty of other areas relatively untouched by tourism, in such remote locations people camp.
Nepal has much more to offer besides mountains - beautiful National Parks where you can see tigers or the one horned rhino, and a fascinating culture where Hinduism and Buddhism seamlessly overlap to create a unique set of traditions, festivals and magnificent temples.
Facts 
Name:
Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal (formally the Kingdom of Nepal).
Population: approx 30 million.
Capital city: Kathmandu.
People: Hindus, Newars, Tibetans, Gurungs, Magars, Tamangs, Rais,
Limbus, Sherpas.
National Language: Nepali.
Religion: Hindu.
Government: Parliamentary Democracy.
GDP: US$31 billion (2008 est.)
GDP per head: US$1100 (2007 est.)
Major industries: Tourism, Handicraft, Agriculture and Water Resources.
Topography:
8 of the world's 10 highest mountains, including the highest, Mount Everest.
Time: GMT + 5 hour
45 minutes and 15 minutes ahead of Indian Standard
Time.