Free visa for chinese tourists in 2011

In this tourism year 2011 nepali government has decided to provide free visa for Chinese tourist to increase the Chinese tourists in this year. The presence of Chinese tourist in Nepal is high.

In a bid to increase number of Chinese tourist visiting Nepal, the government has decided to waive visa fees for Chinese tourists.

China and India are the main source of tourists to Nepal, so government had decided to provide free visa, said Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Sharat Singh Bhandari inaugurating the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA) held in the capital on Thursday, he said that.

As the Nepal has aimed to pull 1 million tourists in NTY-2011, it has targeted 100,000 tourists alone from China, Bhandari added.

Speaking at the function, he also said that as the private sector’s support is necessary to boost tourism, the government is planning to include NATTA representative in the management committee of Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) for the effective operation of the national flag carrier.

On the same occasion, other representatives also stressed on the need of NATTA for the promotion of the tourism sector and it also has the responsibility to bolster and make the tourism year a success.

This can be the one of the best step to promote the Nepal tourism year 2011. Which helps Nepal to explore internationally as a great tourism destination.

Weather in Nepal

Nepal's weather is generally predictable and pleasant. There are four climatic seasons: March to May (spring), June to August (summer), September to November (autumn) and December to February (winter). The monsoon is approximately from the end of June to the middle of September. About 80% of the rain falls during that period, so the remainder of the year is dry. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons; winter temperatures drop to freezing with a high level of snowfall in the mountains. Summer and late spring temperatures range from 28ºC (83ºF) in the hill regions to more than 40ºC (104ºF) in the Terai. In winter, average maximum and minimum temperatures in the Terai range from a brisk 7ºC (45ºF) to a mild 23ºC (74ºF). The central valleys experience a minimum temperature often falling bellow freezing point and a chilly 12ºC (54ºF) maximum. Much colder temperatures prevail at higher elevations. The Kathmandu Valley, at an altitude of 1,310m (4,297ft), has a mild climate, ranging from 19-27ºC (67-81ºF) in summer, and 2-20ºC (36-68ºF) in winter.

In valley:-

The Kathmandu Valley has a mild climate most of the year, situated at an altitude of 4,297ft (1,310m). Summer temperatures range from 67-81°F (19-27°C), and in winter temperatures are between 36 and 68°F (2-20°C). During the rainy monsoon season between June and August, there is an average rainfall of between 7.8-14.7 inches (200-375mm) in Kathmandu. May and June can be very hot and humid until the monsoon rains bring relief. In spring (March to April) and autumn (October to November) the temperatures are pleasant with occasional short bursts of rain, while November to February are dry, but can be very cold, especially at night.

Weather is always as natural as your desire to be close to Nature in Nepal!. Nepal packs natural beauties and if you want to visit Nepal and experience the country as the way Nepalese do everyday, make your plan as flexible as possible. Most airlines also offer bargain air prices for flexible dates so you can rip off the benefit. Also during off tourism season in Nepal, hotel accommodation is a bargain and so are the tours and travel packages offered by travel operators so you can rip off that benefit too! Unforgettable moments in life do not have to be expensive

Mountaineering in nepal

Nepal is already known as the worlds one of the best place to visit. here you can have all types of enjoyment which you wish. in this year 2011 we are celebrating nepal tourism year so in this occasion we are trying to explore ourself more.

Nepal first came into world focus when Tenzing Norgay Sherpa of Nepal and Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand conquered Mt. Everest in 1953. Ever since, there have been countless expeditions heading off to the Himalayas. With eight of world’s highest peaks within Nepal’s boundaries, there is tremendous interest in the Nepal Himalaya. Most of the peaks over 8000m high were conquered during the Golden Decade of Climbing in the 1950s. Climbing by then had become a national affair with various nations vying with each other to be the first to climb. Today it is all about breaking records. There are some 326 peaks in Nepal open for mountaineering today.

Climbing permits for peaks in the Nepal Himalayas are issued for all seasons by the Mountaineering Section of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation. The requisite official documents must be furnished when seeking permission to climb. Around 121 peaks do not require liaison officers for expedition while the rest must be accompanied by one.

Climbing gear and equipments can be bought or rented in Kathmandu or the whole expedition can be handled by mountaineering and trekking agencies. All logistics are taken care of by these agencies including gear, food, transportation, guide and porter services. They also arrange for insurance coverage. Always choose an agency that has a good track record.

New trekking route in annapurna

For the promotion of Nepal tourism year 2011 all the travel and treaking service providers and the government as well trying to explore new destination for tourists attraction and recently they have been just explore new route for trekking area in Annapurna.

A new trekking route has been brought into operation along Annapurna circuit trekking area in view of Nepal Tourism Year 2011.

Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), local bodies and tourism entrepreneurs have brought the trekking route from Chhyo Deurali to Muktinath into use after tourism environment in other trekking routes in Myagdi, Parbat and Mustang districts were disturbed by construction of rural roads.

The new trekking route reaches Muktinath from Chhyo Deurali through Taklung, Titital, Kokhepani, Chheira, Marphapari, Dhumbatal, Jomsom, Luprakhola.

Similarly, another trekking route from Tatopani to Ghansa in Myagdi district has also been brought into operation.

Places of religious and historical importance, Himalayan ranges, lakes, wildlife, birds, forests and human settlements are the attraction of the new trekking route.

So Nepal is exploring new destination for tourism for national and international tourism as well.

Official announcement of NTY 2011

Addressing a gathering of over 25,000 people at theDasharath Stadium, caretaker Prime Minister Nepal said thecampaign will promote Nepal as a peaceful, safe and one of thebest tourism destinations in the world.

"We are focusing on the development of tourism togenerate more employment so that our youths need not go abroadfor jobs," he underlined.

He said the government will give priority to buildinginfrastructures and developing packages so as to attract moreinvestment.

He said the government will specially focus on theneighbouring markets of India and China to promote tourismduring 2011.

Tourism Minister Sharad Singh Bhandari underlined theneed for "economic revolution through tourism".

"After achieving political revolution, now we willfocus on economic revolution through tourism," said Bhandari.

He said tourism aims to change the face of the countryand enhance Nepal’s international image.

He said boost in the tourism sector will lead economicrevolution as the country moves forward towards peacefultransition after the decade-long insurgency.

Air show, cultural and ethnic pageants along withtraditional musical bands were part of the grand function.

The tourism sector is the largest foreign exchangeearner for the country. It was expected that with the end ofthe Maoists-led insurgency in 2006, the country''s tourismsector would get a boost.

However, the country has been faced with political andeconomic instability that has impacted the tourism sector.

More than six months after the 22-party coalition ledby Prime Minister Nepal collapsed, 16 rounds of Parliamentvote has failed to elect a new leader.

Maoist supremo Prachanda and CPN-UML presidentJhalanath Khanal vowed to promote tourism as a nationalpriority and refrain from launching any crippling strikes,agitation and protests during the year.

A record number of tourists flew to Nepal last year,with most of the growth coming from its two giant neighboursIndia and China, according to official figures. Nepal aims tobring in some 260,000 tourists from India during the year

Official inauguration of NTY 2011.

Nepal launched open Nepal Tourism Year 2011 today. amid a special ceremony at Dasarath Stadium in the capital. on this special occasion president ram baran yadav said “I declare the beginning of Nepal Tourism Year 2011 for peace, prosperity and stability,”.

Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal said that NTY 2011 was aimed at giving a message to outside world that Nepal was a safe and attractive destination to visit. “Leaving behind a decade long conflict, we have crossed four years of the peace process. For stable peace, we now need a strong economy which can be achieved through tourism,” he said.

Nnpal Tourism Year 2011 Main Organizing Committee officially unveiled four different tourism products - The Great Himalayan Trail (GHT), Might East, Wild West Triangle and Tarai Tourism.

Later in the evening, visiting Tourism Ministers from South Asian and other Asian countries lauded Nepal for holding a spectacular show to mark the day.

Speaking at the Asian Tourism Ministers´ Conclave, Ministers from Bangladesh and Sri Lanka said they were also planning to celebrate 2011 as Tourism Year in their respective countries also. They proposed mutual tie-ups and agreements in order to promote regional tourism.

Hotels and casinos in kathmandu.

If you are planning to visit Nepal then you should choose the right hotels to get full satisfaction of hospitality. You need to enjoy at hotels like your home. if you get the best hotels then you will stay away from home sick that’s why its very important to findout best hotels in town.

These are some of hotels serving their best in Kathmandu.

These hotels having special packages and promotions for the Nepal tourism year 2011.

These hotels are well known hotels in Kathmandu valley.

hotels in kathmandu:-

1. Ø Crowne plaza hotel Kathmandu –soaltee
2. Ø Kathmandu guest house
3. Ø Vaishali hotel
4. Ø Hotel shanker
5. Ø Radisson hotel Kathmandu
6. Ø Hyatt regency Kathmandu
7. Ø Park village resort
8. Ø Summit hotel
9. Ø Ambassador garden home
10. Ø Hotel silver home
11. Ø Hotel thamel
12. Ø Yak & yeti hotel
13. Ø Malla hotel
14. Ø Royal singi hotel
15. Ø Dwarika’s hotel
16. Ø Hotel courtyard
17. Ø Hotel ganesh himal
18. Ø Hotel moonlight
19. Ø Hotel Tibet
20. Ø Hotel blue horizon
21. Ø Shangri-la hotel Kathmandu
22. Ø Hotel sunset view
23. Ø Hotel de l Annapurna
24. Ø Dhulikhel mountain resort
25. Ø The everest hotel

Casinos in kathmandu:-

1. Casino anna

2. Casino rad

3. Casino everest

4. Casino Nepal

5. Casino royale

6. Casino Shangri la

7. Casino venus

8. Hayatt regency Kathmandu and tara casino

here in nepal we have 9 casinos 8 in kathmandu valley and one in pokhara which is known as "casino fulbari"

thats why for all kind of tourist or visitor nepal is a best destination.

so people when you are planning to visit nepal? dont miss this year because we are celebrating this year as a " nepal tourism year 2011."

you all are welcome to nepal.

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