TOURISM IN NEPAL
Saturday, August 28, 2010
What should Nepalese tourists guide have to do to attract foreign tourists towards Nepal
A tour guide(or tourist guide)provides assistance, information and cultural, historical and contemporary heritage interpretation to people on organized tours, individual clients, educational establishments, at religious and historical sites, museums, and at venues of other significant interest.
The tourist guiding qualification is specific to each and every country. In some cases the qualification is national, in some cases it is broken up into regions. In all cases it is embedded in the educational and training ethic of that country. The Art of Guiding is a skill. It is the skill of selecting information and varying it for different audiences. It is the skill of presenting it in a simple and precise way. It is the skill of allowing the visitor to see and to understand. It is a skill which, if well performed, is invisible.
Tourist guide should be experienced as a guide.As other countries in the world,the main work of Nepalese tourist guide is to make the trip of foreign visitors enjoyable.Nepalese tourist guide should show many important places & things to foreign tourists.They(Nepalese tourist guide) should explain historical,cultural & geographical places of Nepal to them(foreign tourist).
They should satisfy them.They should not convey any wrong information about Nepal & Nepalese people.They should explain about Nepalese arts,culture,languages,fashions,architecture,etc. to them.They should bring them to beautiful places of Nepal such as gorkha,Ilam,pokhara,patan ,bandipur,kathmandu,lumbini,bhaktapur & other places.They should request the local people of Nepal to explain their culture & tradition among foreign tourists.They also describe them about temples,historical building,arts & architecture of bhaktapur & kathmandu.They should have good knowledge of languages such as english,french,japanese,italian,portugese,hindi in addition to their mother tongue,Nepali so that they can easily know what tourists is saying.
Just to show places & things is not only the task of tourist guide.They should have to manage medicine,transportation,camping,hotel booking,etc.They should have to deal with various problems & difficult situation that can arise during a tour such as mistakes in hotel booking,lost passport,illness ,theft,pickpocketing,etc.They should have to make them sure for sense of security.They should manage all the equipment needed for treeking.Sometimes they should lead them to mountain sides,national parks for elephant riding,rivers for rafting.They should have good relationship with tourists so that they can easily fascinated them.
They should have encourage them to visit Nepal regularly.If tourists become happy with tourists guides,tourists give some dollar as reward to tourists guides.If their would be increase in number of tourists visiting Nepal,Nepal have got more foreign currency from foreign tourists.As a result,here's economy will be developed.Since then ,our country will also developed.With this impressive work of Nepalese tourists guides ,more foreign tourists attract towards Nepal.
Friday, August 27, 2010
DEVIS FALLS
Devis falls remains one of the most visited Tourist Attractions in Pokhara. One of the most popular tourist destinations in Nepal, Pokhara is tucked away in the northwestern corner of the Pokhara Valley which is an extension of the Seti Gandaki valley.Devis falls also known as the Patale Chhango, can be traced around 2 km south of the spot where the Lake Phewa drains into the Pardi Khola. Here, the terrain drops sharply and the river plunges over the Devi Falls before disappearing into a sink hole. Devi's Falls is a must visit site for you as part of your Sightseeing in Pokhara while you are on your Pokhara Tours. Pokhara is the city in Nepal which is famous for its water falls.
Devis falls re-emerges after approximately 200 meters from the sink hole. After that, it flows into the Phusre Khola. The marvelous waterfall cascades down at the south side of the Fewa (or Phewa) Lake in Pokhara. The origin of the name of the falls can be traced back to an unfortunate incident which took place some times around 1960's. A foreign couple was swimming near the dam-site of the lake. A lady named Devi was swept away by the current of the lake when the dam locks were opened. And since then, the falls have been named after the lady.
Pokhara is famous among tourists and travelers for its mountains. But, Pokhara has lot more to offer than just that. Devis falls s also one of the major tourist attraction spot in Pokhara. You can visit this site any time as it is open on every day of the week. The cost of the ticket is affordable and it is worth visiting. The falls increase in volume considerably after the monsoon but in January, it becomes nothing more than a stream. This is because there is a mass decrease in the water volume of the Fewa Lake during winter. To maintain the water volume within the Fewa Lake, the dam is closed. This causes the Devi's Falls in Pokhara in maximum decrease in its water volume.
You will find here interesting rock formations made by the high velocity of the water flowing within it. For some of the greatest breathtaking views of Devi's Falls, you should head for Chorrepatan. There is also a cave in Chorrepatan just two minutes’ walk away from this fall.
CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK
Chitwan national park is one of the world heritage site of Nepal.Chitwan national park,the oldest national park of Nepal ,is situated in the subtropicalinner terai lowlands of south-central Nepal.It covers 932 sq.km.It offers a wilderness of rich ecosystem that includes mammals,birds,reptiles & water animals of several kinds. Chitwan national park was established in 1976 but the park was declared UNESCO heritage site in 1979 owing to its rich adornment of nature.The park covers a pristine area with a unique ecosystem of significant value to the world.It contains the churiya hills,ow-bow lakes & flood plains of rapti,reu & narayani rivers.There are around 600 plant species,50 mammals,526 birds & 49 amphibians ,reptiles found in this park.
The park is especially renowned for the endangered one-horned rhinoceros,the tiger & the gharial crocodile along with other common species such as gaur,wild elephant,four-horned antelope,striped hyena,pangolin,gangetic,dolphin,monitor lizard & pythan.A rare attraction of the park is the world's fresh water dolphin variety sometimes seen in narayani river.The park is being the centre of scientific studies of several specifies of wild flora & fauna.
Today tourists from all over the world come here in Nepal to visit this park every year.This help us to earn more foreign currency.As a result our national income will be increase.
The area is located in the central climatic zone of the Himalayas,where monsoon starts in mid June and eases off in late September. During these 14-15 weeks most of the 2,500 mm yearly precipitation falls – it is pouring with rain. After mid-October the monsoon clouds have retreated, humidity drops off, and the top daily temperature gradually subsides from ±36°C / 96.8 °F to ±18°C / 64.4 °F. Nights are cooling down to 5°C / 41.0 °F until late December, when it usually rains softly for a few days. Then temperatures are rising gradually.
Chitwan National Park is one of Nepal’s most popular tourist destinations. In 1989 more than 31,000 people visited the park, and ten years later already more than 77,000.There are several lodges inside the national park offering full board and accommodation in combination with elephant and jeep safaris,rafting tours and guided jungle walks. The pioneer safari lodge is Tiger Tops Jungle Lodge receiving guests since 1972. Tiger Tops has developed standards for responsible conservation tourism, e.g. supports the “Long-term Tiger Monitoring Project” and anti-poaching units operating in the national park.
On the edge of the national park Sauraha is a well-known spot for tourists. Accessible from the nearby bharatpur airport, Sauraha offers a choice of hotels, lodges, restaurants and agencies that organize day trips into the protected area.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
BUNGY JUMP:The terrible activities
Nepal is a tourists destination country where every tourists desire will be easily fulfilled.Tourists have many desires such as rafting in river,taking photos of beautiful scenes,knowing the culture of country,having bungy jump,etc.As other countries in the world,bungy jump is also conducted in Nepal.The tourists attracting towards bungy jump here in Nepal is increasing day by day.
Simply,bungy jump is a terrible activities.Bungee jumping is a recreational activity that involves jumping from a high surface while attached to an elastic cord.One end of this elastic cord is attached to the jumper’s body, while the other end is attached to a stationary object at the jumping point. Typically, bungee jumping involves leaping from jumping points that are several hundred feet or meters high. The elastic cord used in this activity is designed to stretch during the jumper's fall and snap back up repeatedly. This causes the jumper to bounce up and down over the length of the jumping area until the energy from the jump has been depleted.
A person having no strong heart cannot have bungy jump.A person who wants to have bungy jump,should be confident of himself.A person under the age of 12 are not allowed to have bungy jump.Today both internal & external tourists come here in Nepal to have bungy jump.This activities also help our country to earn foreign currency.
BUNGY JUMPING If you thought bungy jumping was restricted to some places in Europe, New Zealand and America, it's time you got and update. The sport has finally found a natural home in the highest mountain range in the world. The ultimate thrill of a bungy jump can now be experienced in Nepal at perhaps the best site in the world.
Nepal's first bungy jumping site is situated 160m over the wild Bhote Kosi river, and located close to the Nepal-Tibet border, a three-hour bus ride from Kathmandu. As can be arranged on arrival in Kathmandu. As of now, there is only one agency offering this sport. The jump, at 160m, was designed by one of New Zealand's leading bungy consultants, and is operated by some of the most experienced jump masters in the business. It's mishap-proof. The agency takes safety "very, very seriously".Location:
Less than 3 hours outside Kathmandu by Ultimate Bungy Shuttle. You will travel the Arniko (Kathmandu/Lhasa) Highway to within 12km of the Tibet Border and the famous Friendship Bridge.
The Gorge:
Ultimate Bungy Nepal takes place on a 166m wide steel suspension bridge over the Bhoti Kosi River.
The Bridge:
Swiss designed, specially for bungy jumping with a 4x saftey factor. The bridge has a loading factor of 250kg per running meter. This means that the bridge will hold 250 x 166 = 41,500kg or 4.5 tonnes. And... those are Swiss measurements! * Over 6000 meters of steel wire was used to build the bridge * Longest suspension bridge in Nepal * The bridge joins two sides of a great valley. Before its construction, locals walked five hours to cross this river gorge.
Rates
The rate is $75 per jump. Nepalese are entitled to 30% discount.
FISHTAIL MOUNTAIN
Nepal is a beautiful mountainous country.Nepal is famous all over the world for its natural beauty.Nature have given all things to Nepal.Many tourists from all over the world come here in Nepalto see here's mountains.There are many mountains & nature gifted things here in Nepal.Nepal is famous in the world for mountains.No countries in the world have such a nany mountains as in Nepal.The world highest mountain i.e.mount everest (8848 m) is also in Nepal.Besides many mountains,fishtail(machhapuchre) mountain is unique one.
Fishtail mountain is a beautiful & attractive mountain.This mountain is in kaski district of Nepal.This mountain is called fishtail mountain because the shape of this mountain is like fish tail.We have also a chance to see the shape of tiger here in this mountain.This mountain is 6993 m tall.This mountain is 34th highest mountain of Nepal.This mountain have lured many internal & external tourists heart every year.This mountain has also help our country to earn more foreign currency.Tourists take photo of this mountain.They cannot climb this mountain because it is not allowed to climb this mountain. This mountain is looks very beautiful especially in the time of sunrises.This mountains reflection into the bosom was more beautiful than itself.
Considered to be sacred by the local inhabitants, the Fish tail mountain is a treasured spiritual site of the Nepalese.
- Machhapuchhre or Fishtail is the second highest mountain of the Annapurna Range.
- It has supposedly never been climbed.
- It is considered holy by the people of Nepal as it has been untouched and therefore is pure.
- It lies across Modi Khola in Pokhara.
- Reflecting sunlight at early dawn, the holy mountain of Machhapucchre is an unforgettable sight.
- The Fishtail mountain lies only 28 killometres to Phewa Lake.
- It is one of the most photogenic mountains in the world .
Mount Machhapuchhre is incomparable, thanks to its fish-tailed pinnacle. This features makes it one of the most renowned mountains in Nepal Himalayan range. It would not be an exaggeration to say that the snow-blanketed, needle-pointed mountain is a visual feast, to be least said. Mafestically protruding out in the skyline, the view of the mountain provides wings to the thoughts of the poets. Climbing on the mountain has been restricted, for it is considered sacred by the locals. Machhapuchhre mountain is known not only in Nepal but all over the world for its magnificence. Machhapuchhre' means fishtail and comes from two Nepali words Machha (Fish) + Puchhre (Tail).
For viewing Machhapuchhre from a close up, take a mountain flight from Pokhara that takes you on an aerial sightseeing tour of the Western Himalayas. Although the highest among the Western Himalayas is Annapurna I (8,091 m), it is Machhapuchhre which dominates all others in this neighborhood.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
SAGARMATHA NATIONAL PARK
The Sagarmatha National Park is the highest national park in world, located above 3000 meters i.e. 9700 feet. The park comprises the upper catchment areas of Dudh Kosi and Bhote Kosi Rivers. Most part of the landscape is rugged terrain and gorges of the high Himalayas.
The Park is located amidst the peaks which are counted among the tallest in the world. Mount Sagarmatha is none other than Mt. Everest itself. Other well known peaks such as Lhotse, Thamerku, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, Kwangde, Kangtaiga and Gyachyung Kang are also located nearby. More than 118 species of birds and 26 species of butterflies reside in the park.
Endangered animals residing in this park are Snow Leopard, Musk Deer, Wild Yak, Red Panda and Himalayan Black Bear.Big mammals commonly seen in the park are the Himalayan Tahr and Musk Deer. Other mammals include the Himalayan Black Bear, Jackal, Weasels, Marten, Common Langur and the Himalayan Mousehare (Pika). he park is the residence of more than 118 species of birds. The most common ones are the Impeyan Pheasant (Danphe), Redbilled Chough, Blood pheasant and Yellow-billed Chough.
The park can be best experienced on foot. Nothing can match the walker's sense of excitement at complete fusion with the world of Nature by observing the park's vegetation and wildlife.
Apart from the greatly varied flora and fauna as well as the impressive mountain scenery of the park, there are some monasteries and gompas in the Sagarmatha National Park premises that hold the travellers' attention. Here is brief infomation about such places.
Pine and hemlock forests are found at the lower elevations of the park. Above 3500m, trees such as birch, rhododendron, silver fir and juniper trees can be seen. Rhododendron show luminous colours in spring and monsoon seasons. The tree line in the region is at 4500m. Birch gives way to juniper and rhododendron scrubs. The park landscape is cut by deep rivers and glaciers. It can be segregated into three climatic zones:
1.The Lower Forested Zone where Juniper, Birch, Blue Pines, Bamboo, Firs and Rhododendon grow
2.The Upper Zone where plant life is limited to Lichens and Mosses
3.The Artic Zone where plants stop to grow
NARAYANHITI DURBAR MUSEUM
Nepal is a tourists paradise country.The tourists from all over the world come here in Nepal to see its scenic beauty,here's beautiful historical,cultural,natural & religious places.The tourists have many desires in Nepal.They want to take photos of Nepal's beauty,have bungi jump ,have rafting in river,visiting different places,knowing here's culture ,visiting museums,gumbas,temples,etc.but more tourists come here in Nepal to see here's museums where all Nepal's cultural,historical & religious things are kept.There are many tourists attracting museums in Nepal but Narayanhiti Durbar Museum is unique one to all national & international people.
Narayanhiti Durbar was the royal palace of Nepal but now it becomes Narayanhiti Durbar museum.Narayanhiti Durbar museum is in kathmandu district of Nepal.This museums has historical glory.The Narayanhiti Palace, the throne and resident of the former Shah kings of Nepal, has been converted into Narayanhiti Durbar Museum on June 15, 2008. An official ceremony was held at Narayanhiti in the presence of the then interim Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala, where a formal declaration was made to that effect. Prime Minister Koirala himself announced the conversion of the palace into a museum along with the hoisting of Nepal’s national flag in the palace building. The ceremony was attended by foreign dignitaries and high level government staffs from the government.
The palace is situated near the touristic hub Thamel and has been considered by tourism operators to hold a great significance for tourists. Hundreds of travelers are expected flock to see the Palace-turned-museum as soon as it is opened. Although the date for the opening of the palace for public has not been declared, according to some press reports, it is most likely that the Museum would open by September of 2008. Tourists and visitors will be required to pay a certain entrance fee to see the museum.It spreads in an area of over 700 acres, the Palace will have various historical relics, artefacts, sculptures and wildlife trophies on display for the public. Still there is much to be known about the complete resources the Palace possesses.