Atlas in Nepal
Nepal, the fabled land of Buddha, Hindu temples, and unrivaled mountain scenery, was controlled by a myriad of factions since the 4th century.
The modern Nepalese state began in the late 18th century when King Prithvi Narayah Shah successfully unified most of the individual ethnic groups and small principalities into one entity.
In search of additional lands, Nepal ventured into India, subsequently losing part of its own territory to British India, but retaining its independence.
Nepal, at the time, was controlled by a monarch (for life and by hereditary right), but in 1951, the Nepalese monarch (under great pressure) ended that system of rule, and instituted a cabinet system of government.
Only one year after the country's first election in 1959, King Kahendra dismissed the cabinet, dissolved parliament and banned political parties.
Since 1990, turmoil and Nepal have traveled hand-in-hand, as a bloody insurgency, a royal family massacre and assorted governmental conflicts and squabbles have dominated the headlines. In early 2005 (once again) the king dissolved the government and assumed power.
In this poor country, the tourism industry was once a significant economic force, as backpackers, river rafters, mountain climbers and nature lovers trekked to Nepal in large numbers.
For the most part, the on-going fighting between the Maoist insurgency and government forces has devastated much of its worldwide tourism base, and yet, it remains on the front-burner of many adventure travelers, and certainly in the minds of all those who have previously ventured into Nepal.
The modern Nepalese state began in the late 18th century when King Prithvi Narayah Shah successfully unified most of the individual ethnic groups and small principalities into one entity.
In search of additional lands, Nepal ventured into India, subsequently losing part of its own territory to British India, but retaining its independence.
Nepal, at the time, was controlled by a monarch (for life and by hereditary right), but in 1951, the Nepalese monarch (under great pressure) ended that system of rule, and instituted a cabinet system of government.
Only one year after the country's first election in 1959, King Kahendra dismissed the cabinet, dissolved parliament and banned political parties.
Since 1990, turmoil and Nepal have traveled hand-in-hand, as a bloody insurgency, a royal family massacre and assorted governmental conflicts and squabbles have dominated the headlines. In early 2005 (once again) the king dissolved the government and assumed power.
In this poor country, the tourism industry was once a significant economic force, as backpackers, river rafters, mountain climbers and nature lovers trekked to Nepal in large numbers.
For the most part, the on-going fighting between the Maoist insurgency and government forces has devastated much of its worldwide tourism base, and yet, it remains on the front-burner of many adventure travelers, and certainly in the minds of all those who have previously ventured into Nepal.
HISTORY OF NEPAL
One can probably say that Nepal is as old as the Himalayas, when a great lake filled the Kathmandu Valley. One legend holds that this lake was drained by a thunderbolt thrown against the walls of the Valley by the Hindu god Krishna. Another claims it was drained by the patriarch Manjushri as he wanted to get a closer look at a Swayambhu or Adhi-buddha, the beautiful lotus flower resting on the lake.
But the recorded history of Nepal does not start until around 800 BC, with the beginning of the Kirat Period. After that was the Lichhavi and Thakuri Period, followed by the Malla Period and finally the Shah Period. INTRODUCTION
Short name Nepal
Official name Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal
Status Independent country, united since 1768
Location South Asia
Capital काठमाण्डौ[2]
Population 27,133,000 inhabitants
Area 147,181 km²
Major languages Nepali (official), Maithili, Bhojpuri, Tharu (Dagaura/Rana), Tamang
Major religions Hinduism, Buddhism
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NEPAL
Nepal - Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal
The Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, is a landlocked Himalayan country in South Asia, bordered by ► China (► Tibet) to the north and by ► India to the south, east and west. Nepal is a kingdom of various geographical features, and is culturally rich. More than 80% of Nepalese follow Hinduism, which is higher than the percentage of Hindus in India, making it the single most Hinduic nation in the world. For a small territory, the Nepali landscape is uncommonly diverse, ranging from the humid Terai in the south to the lofty Himalayas in the north. Nepal boasts eight of the world's fourteen highest mountains, including Mount Everest on the border with China. Kathmandu is the capital and largest city.
TIME AND WEATHER
arrow Climate Nepal's weather conditions and precipitation vary with elevation, ranging from tropical in the Tarai region of the south, to alpine and tundra in the central and northern mountain areas.
Year round temperatures run from 32� F to 115� F in the Tarai Region; 0� F to 74� F in the Hill Region, and from -25� F to 60� F in the Himalayan region.
Most of the precipitation falls during the monsoon season (June - September), while (March - May) is normally warm (hot in the south) and dry. From mid-October - February, conditions are usually dry and cold.
Winters in Nepal are very cold and often windy in the mountains. Summer high temperatures do reach the high 60's and low 70's F, but wide variations are commonplace.
TRAVELER INFORMATION
Nepal's people are friendly (always smiling) and very welcoming; the country's trekking, river rafting and mountaineering venues are second to none, and the mysterious capital city of Kathmandu and its royal palace are "must see" stops. Nepal is a spiritual journey, as Buddhist shrines and Hindu temples are inspiring stops along the way, however...
Western travelers are urged by their governments to defer non-essential travel to Nepal at this time. Travel via road in some areas outside of the Kathmandu Valley continues to be dangerous and should be avoided. On June 6, 2005 Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) members detonated a landmine underneath a crowded bus in the Chitwan district, killing or injuring over a hundred people. In addition, there have been attacks in the countryside involving foreigners. Maoist extortion of tourists along some popular hiking trails continues. Trekkers and other individuals who resist Maoist extortion demands are threatened, sometimes assaulted and risk being detained.
WELCOME TO ATLAS
Atlas Trading Concern (P) Ltd. & Atlas Medicine Concern (P) Ltd. has been a leading player in the Medical business in Nepalese territory since past decades. Our group is headed by Mr. Ajay Gupta (Managing Director), a well known Personality in the medical industry, having corporate office at Nepal. Atlas Trading Concern started in the year 1995 and Atlas Medicine Concern started in the year 1999. Our professional & devoted sales force of about 17 members and an extensive distribution network serves the medical profession all over Nepal.
DISTRIBUTION
Our Well-Knit distribution system is spread across the country to cater the needs of all sections of the society. The distribution system comprises of dealers, stockiest and retailers.
Our distribution points have been posted in such a way that the availability is guaranteed and the customer satisfaction is ensured. We organize our distribution from our modernized central point at Kathmandu - Nepal. The geographical definition can be understood through the enclosed ma.
Our distribution points have been posted in such a way that the availability is guaranteed and the customer satisfaction is ensured. We organize our distribution from our modernized central point at Kathmandu - Nepal. The geographical definition can be understood through the enclosed ma.
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