where is nepal?
nepal is a landlocked state located in south asia, bordering indian hills and plain in east, west and south and high himalayan fence of tibet autonomous region of people’s republic of china in the north.

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is it possible to reach city center from the airport?
at the airport, you can get taxi-drivers, travel agents and also hoteliers who are willing to offer their services to you for your transfer. pre-paid taxi service is also available at the airport.

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do i need visa for nepal?
yes for nationals other than indian nationals. in nepal, visa can be purchased on arrival at kathmandu airport or at the nepal border. the cost is $25 for a 15-day multiple entry visa and payable in usd. for details refer

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what do i need to get my visa?
you need to have a valid passport and some passport sized photographs and visa fees of course.

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what clothes do i carry?
it all depends on your destination and season of travel. do not forget to pack comfortable walking shoes. a head cover may be required for women and men at sacred sites and places of worship.

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when do i travel or what is the best time to travel to nepal?
spring and autumn are most popular months to travel. for details refer

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how to reach nepal?
travel to nepal is not difficult. nepal can be entered vis air, road or rail. for details refer

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do i need vaccinations?
no vaccinations are not required to visit nepal. the only exception: if you are traveling from an area infected with yellow fever, you must have a certificate.

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is nepal a safe country?
nepal is a safe country. however it is important that you aware of your surroundings. make sure your purse is zipped and wallets are in sealed pockets. in the markets, be vigilant of pick-pockets and distraction scams. additionally, at the train/bus stations and airports, please monitor your luggage at all times. do not display your cash or expensive items. always lock your room and baggage.

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do people in nepal speak english?
english is understood by most people in the cities. in the villages, local people speak their own languages.

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can i exchange money in nepal?
you can only exchange money in nepal through banks, hotels and licensed money changers. indian currency of denomination rs. 500 and above. however in order to re-exchange surplus rupees at the time of your departure, it is recommended that you retain your encashment receipts.

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are there atms in nepal?
there are atms in kathmandu, pokhara and other big cities in nepal. however bank charges may be applicable at the time of withdrawal.

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what types of cards are accepted in nepal?
most popular cards accepted in nepal are visa, mastercard and american express. both debit and credit cards are accepted there.

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why use a guide in nepal?
in nepal you can travel without guides. however it is recommended that you take a guide. they act as a liaison between you and the people and without the guide it would be difficult to communicate with local people and their local customs. the guides in nepal are trained from time to time on issues such as first aid, acute mountain sickness, rescue methods etc. finally, they have a wealth of information about the area you are travelling in and about nepal in general.

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