Experience Nepal: A Photo Story
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Nepal is trekkers’ paradise. Depending on time and money you wish to spend, you can choose the trekking routes. Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base camp, Langtang, and Mustang are some of the popular trekking routes in Nepal.
Until 1950, Nepal was quite unknown to the western world. Between 1950 and 1960, Nepal appeared in the Western media in two ways, what’s happening in the Everest and what did BP Koirala say in the parliament. Everest was conquered in 1953 and BP Koirala was the first elected prime minister of Nepal. Koirala is the father of democratic movement in Nepal, he was also the first political leader in South Asia to accept the State of Israel.
The first foreigner to trek in Nepal was Bill Tilman who trekked to the Everest Base Camp in 1950. Later he established the first trekking company in 1965. Since then hundreds of thousands people have trekked in Nepal.
Most of the trekking routes take at least a week to complete, where as you have to plan three weeks itinerary for Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit. The best time to trek in Nepal is from October to May. However, high altitude could be a real threat in cold season. July to September is rainy season in Nepal. Trekking in mountains could be dangerous during the wet months.
You have to pay exorbitant royalties to get a permit to climb Everest or Annapurna, however, trekking to Everest Base Camp and Annapurna Base Camp is free. You have to pay high price for food, lodge and porters, though.
Before you begin trekking, you have to register and get Trekking Information Management System Card. You can get this card from Tourist Service Centre, in Kathmandu or Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal.
You can arrange your trekking through international trekking agencies or local trekking agencies in Kathmandu. International trekking agencies charge you more than local trekking agencies. You can also go for independent trekking, but make sure to choose this only if you have traveled to Nepal very often.
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Fascinating Info Photo hub. Thoroughly enjoyed it and will be back for more. Outstanding. Beautiful. speechless. ^ & Awesome.
Thank you Vinaya. What a beautiful location. The U.S. in the suburban areas has been paved over in concrete. It looks like your area of the world still maintains some natural beauty.
Very Cool! Great photos. You really capture things that many people do not get to see.
this is one of the places I've always wanted to go to! Love the picture of Rara Lake, you took an amazing photograph up there =)
Vinaya,
This should be a Hub of the Day! You've published another fascinating cultural Hub. Great job!
V there are so many stories in your pictures alone.. up and awesome my friend :)
I loved this! I spent 3 months in Nepal in 1998 and did the annapurna base camp trek. I have fabulous photo's and may write a hub about them at some point! Nepal is the most beautiful place I have ever been to and the locals are friendly, warm and welcoming. I really want to go back! I even taught english to raise funds for my trekking gear! Thanks for this, you've made me feel very nostalgic!
Wonderful pictures which capture the feelings and life of the people. Great story to got with it. I will have to print a copy for my collection.
Loved this hub and its photos, especially the first photo and the photo of the school children. Thanks for taking me on this beautiful cyber trip.
Voted up, useful, beautiful, awesome and interesting.
This was really great Vinaya. You take nice pictures. I loved the smiles on the school children, they seemed so happy..Thank you...
Thank you Vinaya. Another beautiful hub. I enjoyed learning about Nepal's culture through your beautiful photos and words. It is quite amazing. It felt as if I was there.
You also shared a lot of important information for those that wish to do trekking. Thanks for sharing this wonderful hub with us.
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Thank you very much for being with me.
@Global-chica, I have always enjoyed your travel articles.
@gjfalcone, thanks for your lovely comment.
@mckbirdbks, Nepal is beautiful, but because of lack of funds the mountains are getting dirty.
@Allana Calhoun, thanks
@alexandra, you will not regret visiting Rara.
@Daisy, Hub of the Day, I'll keep that dream burnished
@Frank, I always cherish your comments.
@Peanutritious, thanks for sharing your memories. When you visit Nepal again, perhaps we can meet at Thamel and eat momo.
@Radha, I'm blessed with a friend like you.
@Happyboomernurse, thanks for appreciating my work.
@always exploring, yes the children were happy despite studying in a dilapidated school
@Terry27, welcome to Nepal.
This hub is fascinating Vinaya, The photos are beautiful, and it is such a pleasure to see somewhere that is not a concrete jungle but is natural beauty.
Hello Rosemary
Thanks for your comment. "Naturally Nepal" is the tagline Nepal government uses to promote tourism in the global market.
..well it doesen't get any better than this - my popular music listening friend - you excel at these hubs with sacred text and beautiful images - you are a beautiful man behind these beautiful pictures and words and look over your shoulder and watch this being posted to my Facebook page with a direct link back here ......and happy new year to you my friend and your family with health and happiness and prosperity for 2012
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What a great hub my friend and one for me to award an up up and away for.
Take care and enjoy your day.
Edy.
What great pictures Vinaya, truly loved it.
Great pictures, enjoyable and interesting hub
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Dear Epi/Eddy I'm honored by your presence.
You are too kind, my friend. Thank you very much. I'm sure the other hub authors greatly appreciate your support.
Terry27, thanks for coming back.
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....yes and I am back too - you're a great writer, thinker and hub team player - just woke up after my night shift work at 4pm with a hour and a half of daylight left before darkness with stazt-up coffee and
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very interesting! Great photos too....they capture the area well. vote up
Awesome photos! I have never seen Nepal before, and I was amazed that it still has some natural beauty which someone needs to explore! Thank you Vinaya!
Epi, thank you very much for appreciating my work.
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Thank you for recommending my hub and appreciating my work...
sunasia22, its my pleasure.
I love how people say how many words a picture is worth. When I open your page I realize that your words become the images shown. It is a wonderful piece of art in reading. You take me there and that is beautiful my friend.
Your photos are fabulous Vinaya as is your writing, I thoroughly enjoyed this virtual trip to Nepal, I would love to go treking there, maybe one day...
Thank you for sharing and voted up.
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Welcome to Nepal
Thank you very much for trekking this virtual tour. Thanks for appreciating my work.
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Very nice and well presented Hub about Nepal and trekking. Really enjoyed going through it and felt as if i was seeing it through my eyes. Wonderful Hub.keep up your great writing skills and keep on adorning your Hubs with very original and real photos.
My vote up and awesome!!!
I really enjoyed this hub. Nepal is beautiful - in its culture, people, history, and scenery.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful pictures!
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Welcome to Nepal.Thanks for your wonderful comments.
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Nepal is so rich in culture and beauty. You have been able to capture all that in these pix.
In my school days, I visited Dharamsala in HP, India. I got to visit the honorary Dalai-Lama's place and since then have been wanting to go to the roots of tibetan buddhism to experience the warmth and true meaning of life.
I dunno when I will get to visit your country, vinaya. But, thanks for warming those memories for me. Jai Ho!
Ruchira, thanks for sharing your memories. I have not met the Dalai Lama, but I very much admire him. (I practice Vajrayana (Tibetan) Buddhism actually.
I feel delighted that my work evoked your sweet memories.
I truly enjoyed reading this hub and looking at your stunning pictures.
Nepal is the place I hope to visit one day, and after reading this hub, you've made me want to hop on an airplane today already!
Thank you for this wonderful hub.
Voted up and pushed all the right buttons.
SanneL,
Thank you very much for appreciating my work. I'm so happy that you took this virtual tour.
Welcome to Nepal.
Great Hub and wonderful pictures. I'd love to visit Nepal someday. Thank you for taking me there : )
Jennifer, thanks for taking this virtual tour. Thanks for appreciating my work. I'm honored.
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This is like a dream Vinaya Ghimire. How beautiful and fascinating. I want some of that free grilled corn and a Chang. Regards, snakeslane
Hello snakeslane, Welcome to Nepal
Hi Vinaya, I was wondering, did you go to a mountain school like the one in the photo?
Its a beautiful country up there. I lived for a few years close to Nepal-India border, a state called Sikkim in India, and I can so relate to most of the pics that you shared. Trekking used to be fun there, and people in the hills are sure very nice. Thanks for sharing. Here's to the beautiful Himalayas.
Vinaya , that was very nice, I love your pictures and your name . It is very interesting and beautiful. Thank you also for coming to my site. My hub is gone now, because I didn't know how to put a URL. Ghost32 told me how so I'll get it next time. I will enjoy following you.
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@Dear snakeslane, I have not attended mountain school and I have not climbed Himalayas. But I have done trekking, including Everest and Annapurna Base camp trekking.
@Hello Senoritaa, thanks for sharing your memories. I have not been to Sikkim but I hear there are many Nepalese living there. Thanks for taking the virtual tour of Nepal
@KDee411, thanks for stopping by. I appreciate your comment.
Oh I'm so happy, my hub is back, the team were most helpful Kay
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I just read and commented on your work.
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Thanks for recommending me the forum topic.
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You are welcome Vinaya.
Terry, thanks for coming back.
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Vinaya this is so beautiful Your photos are gorgeous!
carolined21, thanks for taking this virtual tour. Thanks for appreciation
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Vin, I got it fixed. Or I should say the hub team did. Their great. I still love your hub.hope you ck me out too. Let me know about my errors. I wonder if I can ever do it without help.
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KDee, thanks for coming back, I will read you hub and leave a comment.
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Hello Vinaya ~ I popped over to see what you are up to lately. Beautiful colorful country and I shall share with my thousands on FaceBook. Blessings, Debby
Debby, thanks for stopping by.
I'm honored.
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What a wonderful hub and breathtaking photographs. I would love to visit Nepal and even gain the courage (and fitness) to go to Everest base camp.
Voting up - fantastic piece of writing.
Hello Emma, thanks for taking this virtual tour. Thanks for your appreciation.
Perhaps, Everest Base camp could be your honeymoon goal.
Excellent pictures and thanks for making armchair travel possible. Nepal has always been on my list as I love trekking ..who knows may be sometime soon! Have a blessed day! Shalom!
Such beauty, and I know the history.
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Keep the flag flying cos you re destined to roar and soar to the top. Kudos.
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all the best dear friend
ubani, you have always been supportive. I feel delighted to read your appreciative comments. Thank you very much.
You're photos only want me to visit Nepal even more. Voting this Up and Interesting.
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Hello again,
This hub was awesome! I have saved some of the pics to my Hard Drive, to show to my family members and friends. Thanks for SHARING!
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Have a wonderful evening.
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This was very interesting with your comments below every photograph.
Hello Dahlia, thanks for reading and taking time to comment.
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Lovely! I was able to take a short guided trek when I visited the Dominican Republic a few years ago, but we didn't get to stop and visit with locals or take photos until we got to the designated pit-stop. I think it's neat that you can stop to visit the schools and villages.
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Love your pictures, Nepal would sure be a nice place to viset. Very interesting. Vote uo +
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Vinaya, Nepal is so beautiful. Your information is interesting, and your pictures are breathtaking! Votes and shared! :-)
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Your pictures are fantastic. Thanks for sharing what I will never see with my own eyes. I will gladly pass this one for those who could see the beauty of Nepal.
Voted up Awesome and SHARING.
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Great photos. It does indeed tell a story. Very awesome!
Hello Chrisma, thanks for taking this virtual tour.
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After reading your Nepal hub, I will include Nepal on my list of travel-destinations. Though I never trek or hike before, I will give it a try. It will definitely be the worth in this captivating country.
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Welcome to Nepal
Wonderful information and great photos! I think Nepal would be a wonderful place to see someday. Thank you for sharing your information with us. Voted up and interesting. Have a great day! :)
Hello sgbrown, I'm glad that you found this hub interesting. Thanks for your appreciation.
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An excellent photo essay. Learning about other countries and cultures is one of the things I like best about reading hub pages.
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Wow..those are beautiful pictures!!
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beautiful pictures, Vinaya. fascinating hub, my friend. Up and shared
An exceptional piece of work here Vinaya. I can see your heart and soul in what you have placed before us and allowed us to join you through the photos...
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Vinayaji, you are making us proud
Even though I am not much of a trekker, I would love to visit Nepal one day. It’s good to know that frontiers are more open every day for us curious travelers.
@Jasmin, thanks for stopping by.
@Claudia, thanks for taking this virtual trek. Welcome to Nepal.
Aaah! How FANTASTIC this Hub is, Vinaya. I can't begin to describe how I felt when I saw those amazing shots of such a wonderful country. My best friend has been there. She keeps telling me to go. I MUST go there. Voted up - would have voted to the heavens if I could. Exceptional writing too. P.S. Shared on FB too.
Dear Sheila,
thanks for your comment, I'm honored that you shared on FB.
Welcome to Nepal
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Thank you for showing us part of your beautiful country with your photos and descriptions. Afraid at my age any inclination to climb mountains is now cast aside, but it must be a thrill for those who are young and energetic enough to be able to do so, surrounded by such scenery. Voted up, useful, beautiful and interesting.
Dear Peggy,
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This was a great hub about trekking in Nepal and I am so glad you wrote this. The words and the writing shows the people and how they live. The photos are beautiful as well as breathtaking. It must be a great experience to visit your country! Thanks for the tour Vinaya! Voted up, interesting and thanks for sharing!
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Great information about trekking system in Nepal. Loved this hub which is described so beautifully. Thanks for posting it. Voted up!
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Great photos and story Vinaya!
Hello Alastar, thanks for stopping by.
I'm honored by your appreciative comment.
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This is so cool! I don't know if I will ever make it to your part of the world, but it seems unlike anywhere else and I'd love to be able to visit. Thanks for the detailed photo journal from start at the airport to finish. Voted beautiful!
Lovely photos and great to see something of other parts of the world where hubbers live. Thank you for crafting a beautiful hub.
@Natashalh,so nice of you to leave a wonderful comment. I'm honored and blessed.
@Johanna, thanks for appreciating my work.
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I really enjoy your posts on your beautiful country. The photos are fantastic. Well done!
Keep sharing your great work, Vinaya
You're so lucky to live in an exotic place. Nepal is definitely one of those places everyone should visit before they die.
@Safa, thanks for appreciating my photography.
@Maria, wow, so nice of you to say that.
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Global-Chica Level 5 Commenter 4 months ago
Great hub about hiking in Nepal and awesome photos! I want to visit one day.