Lumbini Ranked 9th in New York Times’ Top 52 Destinations for 2025
Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been ranked 9th on the New York Times’ list of 52 must-visit destinations for 2025. This…
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Snowfall Disrupts Daily Life in Pathibhara and Surrounding High Himalayan Areas
The high Himalayan regions of Taplejung district, including the revered Pathibhara Temple at an altitude of 3,794 meters, experienced snowfall on Tuesday evening following light rainfall. The snowfall has slightly…
Lumbini Welcomes Over 1.2 Million Visitors in 2024, Marking Significant Tourism Growth
In 2024, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini, attracted approximately 1.2 million visitors, according to the Lumbini Development Trust. A total of 1,172,304 tourists visited Lumbini during the year, reflecting…
Kathmandu Metropolitan Embarks on Smart Cultural Tourism Initiative Using AR and VR
Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has initiated the production of digital content to transform its heritage sites into a hub for smart cultural tourism, leveraging Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR),…
Munamalika: A Hidden Gem Awaiting Infrastructure and Promotion in Dhaulagiri
Munamalika, a stunning tourist destination in Dhaulagiri Rural Municipality-3, remains overshadowed due to a lack of physical infrastructure and promotion. Nestled at an altitude of 3,700 meters above sea level,…
Significant Tourist Turnout at Bhedetar Food Festival Boosts Local Economy
The Bhedetar Food Festival, currently taking place at the scenic tourist destination of Bhedetar, has witnessed a notable presence of both domestic and international tourists, significantly increasing activity in the…
Krisnathumki Temple and Monastery Renovated with Federal Support
The religious and tourist site of Krisnathumki, linked to the Mahabharata era with legends of Lord Krishna grazing cows in the area, has undergone significant renovation with support from the…
Tola Lhosar Festival Celebrated in Humla, Jumla, Dolpa, Mugu, and Manang
The Tola Lhosar festival, observed on the first day of the waxing moon in the month of Poush according to the lunar calendar, is being celebrated today in the districts…
Madhyapur Mahotsav 2081 Concludes with Emphasis on Cultural and Tourism Promotion
Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Badri Prasad Pandey, emphasized the need to integrate local art, culture, heritage, and traditional skills with tourism and industry to foster development. Speaking…
Tamu Lhosar: Celebrating the Gurung New Year with Historical Significance
Tamu Lhosar, the vibrant New Year festival celebrated by the Gurung community of Nepal, is an extraordinary event that blends cultural heritage, historical significance, and the warmth of communal celebration.…