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With the worlds highest mountain ranges and spectacular scenic beauty stands proud this small landlocked country called Nepal between the two giants China and India. The country of Nepal though small has a very high reputation as it is host to eight of the ten world’s highest mountain peaks. Included in these eight peaks is the world’s highest mountain peak Mt. Everest which towers at a height of 8848 meters. It is not only the highest mountain ranges that add a feather to its cap; this place is also the birth place of Buddhism. Though Buddhism was founded in Nepal the main religion of this country is Hinduism, however the people here follow both the religions with equal respect.

With the world’s highest peak and the worlds most popular religion in its arsenal this particular country is well visited by tourists almost the whole year round. When you take a Tour Package to Nepal the sights and sounds will take you for a journey through time. Though the terai regions are well urbanized and in rhythm with the fast moving world, there are places here that will simply blow your mind with its spectacular beauty.

Religion is a vital essence of Nepal and its impact can be vividly seen with the numerous temples that dot the country. When one visits Nepal he/she is bound to get attracted by the sanctity and aura of the ancient temples that lay here. Nepal tour packages provide you a complete visit of the holiest temples and places such as:-

Bodhnath stupa- this is one of the most holy site of Buddhists. This place has an aura that brings you peace and tranquility as you walk around the stupa spinning the prayer wheels that line the stupa. The atmosphere resonates with the calming sounds of the monks chanting prayers and the fluttering of the prayer flags that fly above the great stupa. Almost every time after a shower from the clouds a rainbow is formed above the stupa which is a grand sight to see.

The above mentioned are just few of the numerous ancient temples that sanctify the country. The legends associated with the temples here are truly magical and spellbinding; one must make a point to hear the legends as the visit the temples to receive blessings.

With the blessings bestowed upon you from the Gods and Goddesses that reside in the temples take a trek to the foothills of the world’s highest mountain ranges. The treks that are taken here are filled with adventure and scenic beauty. You can trek till the snow covered base camps of the world’s highest mountain and have a feel of what mountaineers go through while conquering the icy peaks. This particular country has a wide variety of trekking paths which will excite you and keep you gazing at the picturesque views that you will find no where else in the world.

Plan your trip with Nepal tours and make the best of what this religious and beautiful country has to offer. A trip here will no doubt be adventurous, religious and spellbinding with all the natural beauty and temples it plays host to.