Nepal
Geographic & General info
- Capital: Kathmandu
- Population: approx. 30.8 million
- Languages: Nepali (official)
- Area: 147,516 km²
- Time Zone: UTC+5:45 (NPT)
- Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR)
- Flag Colors: Crimson red with a blue border (two stacked triangles displaying a crescent moon and sun)
- National Holiday: September 20 (Constitution Day)
- National Anthem: Sayaun Thunga Phool Ka
- Neighboring Countries: China (Tibet), India
Top 15 Largest Cities
- Kathmandu
- Pokhara
- Bharatpur
- Lalitpur (Patan)
- Biratnagar
- Birgunj
- Ghorahi
- Hetauda
- Janakpur
- Butwal
- Dharan
- Dhangadhi
- Nepalgunj
- Itahari
- Bhaktapur
Top 15 Highlights
- Mount Everest & Sagarmatha National Park (UNESCO)
- Kathmandu Valley Durbar Squares (UNESCO)
- Boudhanath Stupa (Kathmandu - UNESCO)
- Phewa Lake & World Peace Pagoda (Pokhara)
- Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple - UNESCO)
- Annapurna Circuit & Base Camp Trek
- Chitwan National Park (UNESCO - Rhino & Tiger Sanctuary)
- Lumbini (Birthplace of Lord Buddha - UNESCO)
- Pashupatinath Temple (Sacred Hindu Site)
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Patan Durbar Square
- Langtang Valley Trek
- Rara Lake (Largest lake in Nepal)
- Sarangkot Hill (Sunrise Viewpoint)
- Muktinath Temple (Mustang)
Climate and Nature
Nepal exhibits dramatic climatic variation driven by extreme elevation changes. The southern Terai plains experience a tropical to subtropical climate, whereas the high northern Himalayas are dominated by alpine arctic conditions. Physical terrain transitions from lush jungle lowlands to towering glacier-capped peaks.
Culture and Gastronomy
Nepalese culture represents a harmonious blend of Hindu and Buddhist spiritual heritage, celebrated through colorful festivals and ancient architecture. Gastronomy focuses on wholesome, nourishing staples. The national dish is Dal Bhat (lentil soup served with rice, vegetable curry, and pickles), alongside Momos (steamed dumplings) and Masala tea.
Economy
The economy of Nepal depends heavily on subsistence agriculture, foreign remittances from overseas workers, and mountain tourism. Trekking, mountaineering expeditions to the Himalayas, and eco-tourism generate vital foreign exchange, complemented by developing hydroelectric infrastructure.
Did you know?
- Nepal holds the distinction of having the world's only non-rectangular national flag, composed of two stacked triangular pennants.
- Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten highest mountain peaks, including Mount Everest, the tallest peak on Earth (8,848.86 meters).
- Lumbini in southern Nepal is internationally recognized as the historical birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha.
- Nepal maintains a unique standard time offset of UTC+5:45, making it one of only three countries with a 45-minute time zone increment.
- The native Sherpa people of Nepal's high-altitude regions possess unique genetic adaptations allowing for efficient oxygen processing in extreme elevations.
Live footage: Discover Nepal via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Nepal and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Nepal: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Nepal: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Nepal in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
