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History of Nepal

Nepal has seen many rulers and ruling dynasties. The earliest rulers were the Kirantis, who ruled from 9th century B.C. to first century A.D. Legends. The chronicles mention that the Indian Emperor Ashoka had come to Nepal and visited Lumbini, the place where the Buddha was born and where he erected a huge stone pillar to commemorate his visit to that spot.

Map of NepalLater on, Licchavis had replaced the Kirantis, who, according to the earliest evidences in inscriptions of the 5th century A.D. found in the courtyard of Changunarayan temple which is about 15 km north east of Kathmandu, ruled this country from 1st century to 9th century A.D. This period is noted for the many temples and fine sculptures built around the Kathmandu valley.

Subsequently, the Thakuris had replaced the Licchavis and afterward, the Mall dynasty had conquered the Lichhivis and they had ruled out focusing mainly on the Kathmandu valley, which has been the residence for most Nepali rulers from time immemorial.

And next, Shah Dynasty had ruled in the country, as Prithvi Narayan Shah, the King of Gorkha, who annexed small principalities including three states in the Kathmandy valley [Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur] and unified Nepal in a single kingdom, conquering over the Mall Dynasty.

Geography of Nepal

Nepal has seen many rulers and ruling dynasties. The earliest rulers were the Kirantis, who ruled from 9th century B.C. to first century A.D. Legends. The chronicles mention that the Indian Emperor Ashoka had come to Nepal and visited Lumbini, the place where the Buddha was born and where he erected a huge stone pillar to commemorate his visit to that spot.

Later on, Licchavis had replaced the Kirantis, who, according to the earliest evidences in inscriptions of the 5th century A.D. found in the courtyard of Changunarayan temple which is about 15 km north east of Kathmandu, ruled this country from 1st century to 9th century A.D.

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Culture and Costumes Nepal

Nepal is so rich in culture and customs, as it is a multi-culture, multi-religious, multi-lingual and multi-ethnic country. The diversity is unique features of Nepal.

The diverse geography, ranging from Himalayas in the north to the southern Terai [plain land] region renders it home to a wide range of culture. The customs and traditions differ from one place to another.

Kathmandu valley is the melting pot of diverse cultures and customs, therefore, the valley is also considered to be a cultural metropolis of the country. The Valley comprises of three cities namely Lalitpur, Kathmandu and Bhaktapur.

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People and Language of Nepal

Nepal has seen many rulers and ruling dynasties. The earliest rulers were the Kirantis, who ruled from 9th century B.C. to first century A.D. Legends. The chronicles mention that the Indian Emperor Ashoka had come to Nepal and visited Lumbini, the place where the Buddha was born and where he erected a huge stone pillar to commemorate The population of Nepal is 26 million; the population comprises over 100 different races and castes, each with a distinctive lifestyle and cultural flavor speaking over 90 different language and dialects.

The Sherpa communities live mainly in the mountain region, more in the Solu Khumbu (Everest) region. They are best known ethnic group in tourism, as they have strength to live in high altitude since they are born and grown up. They follow the Buddhism.

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