Chitwan National Park has long been regarded as Nepal’s third biggest attraction after trekking and the Kathmandu Valley. This huge and beautiful nature reserve protects 932 sq km of sal forest, water marshes and rippling grassland. The park is one of the last refuges of the endangered one-horned Indian rhino and there are sizeable populations of tigers, leopards and rare Gangetic dolphins.
Before the Maoist insurgency, Chitwan was visited by an impressive 92% of all visitors to Nepal, but tourist numbers have plummeted since 2001. more…
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Nepal vacations have become increasingly popular with modern travelers, thanks to the country’s reputation as the jewel of the Himalayas. The country is a haven for extreme natural beauty, endless opportunities for cultural and historical exploration, and tremendous outdoor adventure. Though once considered a hippie haunt back in the 1960s, these days Nepal is attractive to travelers of all stripes who are looking for a variety of vacations and experiences.