Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), in collaboration with the Embassy of Nepal in Bangladesh, has extended a heartfelt invitation to Bangladeshi tourists, encouraging them to visit Nepal and return home with unforgettable memories. The message was conveyed during the “Nepal-Bangladesh Tourism Meet” held recently in Dhaka. Nepal-Bangladesh Tourism Meet: A Collaborative Initiative The tourism meet was …
Tourism Diplomacy in Action In a significant move to deepen tourism cooperation between Nepal and Bangladesh, the Embassy of Nepal in Bangladesh, in collaboration with the Nepal Tourism Board organized the Nepal-Bangladesh Tourism Meet on Thursday evening under the theme “Destination Nepal: From the Bay of Bengal to the Himalayas.” Held in the bustling port …
Stone-Paved Alleys, Zinc-Roofed Houses, and Timeless Gurung Traditions Nestled at an altitude of approximately 1,600 meters above sea level, Bhujung, Ward No. 4 of Kwholasothar Rural Municipality in Lamjung, stands as a vibrant testament to the indigenous Gurung lifestyle. The village’s closely packed houses with stone walls and zinc roofs, along with its cobblestone alleys …
The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) officially bid farewell today to the first batch of trainees selected for field training under its newly introduced Professional Mountain Guide Course, which is recognized by the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT). Fundamental Skill for Mountaineering Program Underway As part of this professional course, the NMA has …
The Central Zoo, located in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, has seen a remarkable increase in the number of visitors in recent weeks following a strategic change in its operating hours. Extended Evening Hours Attract More Visitors The Central Zoo, the only national zoo of Nepal, has recently revised its visiting hours to accommodate more visitors, particularly during …
With a strong emphasis on promoting domestic tourism through improved bus and air connectivity, the Hotel Association Pokhara (HAPN) has successfully concluded its ‘Jau Hai Pokhara’ campaign. The initiative aimed to connect Pokhara with major cities of western Nepal through quality transport services, encouraging more internal tourists to visit the scenic lake city and its …
Stakeholders in Nepal’s tourism sector have emphasized the urgent need to increase women’s participation in tourism-related businesses. The message was strongly echoed during a three-day capacity-building and business promotion training program jointly organized by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and the Women Tourism Entrepreneurs Network (WTEN). The event brought together industry experts and aspiring women …
With the improved condition of the Benibazaar–Jomsom–Korala Road, recognized as a National Pride Project, tourism in the trans-Himalayan district of Mustang has witnessed a significant surge. Smooth transportation along the Myagdi and Mustang sections of the Korala road has dramatically enhanced accessibility, drawing a growing number of domestic and international tourists to the region. Mustang …
One jungle adventure emerges new and thrilling destination has emerged just a few kilometers from the bustling Ring Road of Kathmandu. Located in Tarkeshwar Municipality–3, the newly developed ‘One Jungle Adventure’ park is rapidly establishing itself as a leading adventure tourism site in Nepal’s capital region. With the rise in demand for local outdoor recreation, …
A four-day specialized training program focused on essential skills for professional trekking guides concluded successfully on June 14, 2025, with a practical field session in map reading and trail navigation held in Sundarijal, Kathmandu. The training was jointly organized by the Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) to strengthen …
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