Banking In Nepal

Nepal has many nationalized as well as private banking ventures. The highest authority on the pyramid is The Reserve Bank of Nepal which is called NEPAL RASTRA BANK. This is the central bank of Nepal that decides and makes various guidelines for the banking sector of the country. The bank with the old network in Nepal is The Nepal Bank Ltd. It is closely followed by Nepal Banijya Bank. Both of them have branches across Nepal. besides these two banks there are so many banks operated by private sector. Banks are open 9 am to 7 pm Sunday through Friday but many of them in Kathmandu and other parts of country are opened Saturday also. Now, Nepal has banking service 365 days 24 hours. There are private ventures such as Bank of Kathmandu, Himalayan Bank, Nepal Investment Bank, Laxmi Bank, Kumari Bank, NIC Bank, NCC Bank, Eberest Bank, Nepal SBI Bank, Global Bank, Bank Of Asia, Sunrise Bank and sdo many others that operates in most of the areas in Nepal including rural area.

As far as foreign ventures are concerned you have likes of Nepal Bangladesh Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, , State Bank of India and Nepal Sri Lanka Merchant Bank that offers their services to the tourists. Except this, above mentioned bank also offer you various kinds of serive depends your demand.

ATM
Each bank's offer ATM service in its different branchesall over the country. You can get cash advances on both Visa, Master and SCT card. These ATMs are accessible 24 hours a day7 days a week. In the Kathmandu city you can find any corner & street easity

Wiring Money
Money can be wired through every bank remittance service, their service are all aroun the globe. As well you can use Western Union Money Transfer or The Money Gram wired money service in Nepal. But they are expensive that other bank remittance service. Major Nepal banks use the SWIFT system, in place of the older telex systems, to negotiate wire transfers. The major banks also have accounts in New York and other world banking centers to expedite transfers.

General Information
Payment in hotels, travel agencies, and airlines are made in either nepalese currencies or foreign exchange. Nepal has modern banking facilities and some of the International Banks have their own offices in Kathmandu. Almost all foreign currencies along with credit cards such as American Express, Visa and Master Card, etc. are accepted in Nepal at major hotels, shops and restaurants.

Narayanhiti Royal Palace

Narayanhiti Royal Palace Located in Kathmandu City, near the famous Narayanhiti waterspout.
This historic Royal Palace or Narayanhity Durbar is the home of the monarchs ( Shah Dynasty) of Nepal. Some parts of this palace are more than 200 years old. It is the Royal Palace of the Nepali King. The Shah kings moved to this palace from their old palace Gorkha Darbar in the late 18th century. This was a decade after they came out victorious with the gruesome wars with the Ranas. The old palace that still stands in Bhaktapur City near the famous Durbar Square was abandoned and the new one was constructed to commemorate that victory. There were various additions in the course of time. The new edifice was inaugurated in 1970 on the occasion of the wedding of His Majesty king Late Birendra Bir Bikram Shahdev who was killed by his own son Dipendra Shas.

The palace witnessed a bloody massacre in the year 2000. King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah was assassinated along with 7 members of his family including Queen Aishwarya and Crown Princesses. It was alleged that Crown Prince Dipendra, who was upset with his immediate family because they unapproved the girl of his choice, carried out this massacre. He himself died after few days because of the wounds sustained during alleged "exchange of fire". Various conspiracy theories were spun later and there is no clear picture of what happened that night. Most of the Nepalese people don't believe it was held by Crown Price dipendra Shah. Still many nepalese believe most of the royal family has killed by Master mind & grand designing of Late king Gyanendra & his Son Paras. But Gyanendra is deniying about this blame. New Government is planning a powerful investigation team to findout the reality of royal massacri. But Gyanendra already demolise the building & other evidence where he made such a huge massacre.

The palace takes its name from the Narayanhiti, a famous historic waterspout situated at the southern corner of the Palace. The Palace compound is immense, surrounded by high walls and guarded by soldiers. Now this palace is opened to public as a Narayanhiti Musium. Every one can visit & see how was the incident held. As well how was the life style of royal family.

Way To Reach Amount Everest

For every visitor who arrives in Nepal, the Himalayan range awes and fascinates. Each and every one coming to Nepal expects not only to see Himalayas but also to reach as near as possible. One of the biggest attractions for the visitors to Nepal is the Mountain Flight operated by domestic airlines. For those who are restricted by time or other constraints mountains flights offer the alternate to climbing and ensure a lasting memory of the highest peaks on globe. The flight takes off from Kathmandu airport to Everest. It is a guaranteed flight, which means operated only when the weather is good and view is satisfactory.

One of the must-see landmarks of Nepal is of course the highest peak in the world – Mount Everest, which is 8848 m (29029 ft.). Besides Mount Everest, there are eight peaks in Nepal which stands above 8000 meter high among the fourteen all over the world. Some of them are Lhotse (8516 m), Nuptse (7855 m), Amadablam (6812 m), Chamlang (7319 m), Makalu (8463 m), Gauri Shankar (7134 m), Langtang Lirung (7234 m), Annapurna (8,091 m), Manasalu (8,136 m), Ganesh (7,429 m), Kanchenjunga (8,586), etc.

Yeti & Buddha Airline’s one hour Everest Flight takes off from Kathmandu Airport and flies east in modern Jet stream 41 fully pressurized and air-conditioned fleet, where one can see magnificent mountains from a height of around 25,000 feet. A must take tour of the majestic Himalayas. It’s an hour of breathtaking scenic beauty of the Mighty Mountains. It is a sparkling clear journey across the world’s highest peaks, Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga – 3rd highest, Lhoste, Makalu, Cho Oyu, to name just a few including the Tibetan plateau.

Every visitor can enjoy & taker entertain a seemingly endless chain of snow capped peaks as you fly above the clouds, over glaciers and lakes, rivers and gorges from your private individual window. The clear, non tinted window offers a great opportunity to experience and photograph the aerial view of the Kathmandu valley and the landscapes of Nepal.

Pokhara City.

Pokhara one of the most beautiful city located in the heart of Himalayan KingdomThere is little in its is the most popular destination for visitors to Nepal. In past this city was along the route of trade between India and Tibet. Today it is one of the fastest developing cities of Nepal, mainly due to tourism and nature gifted city.

The natural beauty of its lakeside location and its proximity to the himalayas has made in the natural choice for trekkers and adventures including Nepalese & foreigners. Pokhara is also the origin for some of most famous trekking circuits of Nepal. This city itself surrounding area provides ample scope for short walk and day trips, favorite destination for children or weary trekkers that can be made all over the city.

The popularity of this nature gifted city has led it to accommodate people of many visitors around the globe and there is no dearth of hotels, guesthouses and other lodgings, ranging from the deluxe to the super economy.

Foreigners find the Pokhara an oasis where leisurely meals good books and shorts walk can easily fill several days- ideal if you are recovering from (or gearing up for) travel to India. It is the combination of the magnificent location, good-value accommodation and food, and the proximity of local village life that accounts for much of Pokhara’s appeal.
Sightseeing Around Pokhara Valley

Visitors destination
Pokhara, the city itself offers quite a few places of interest for the casual and longer staying visitor. These are:-

Phewa Lake
Phewa Lake is the center of all attraction in Pokhara. It is the largest and most enchanting of three lakes that add to the resplendence of Pokhara. Here, one can sail or row a hired boat across the water of the lake or visit the island temple in the middle of the lake, The eastern shore, popularly know as Lakeside or Baidam, is the favorite haunt of all travelers restaurants, handicraft shops and other tourist facilities are located.

Barahi Temple
The Barahi temple is the most important monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the Center of Fewa Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the boar manifestation of Ajima, the protector deity representing the female force of Shakti.

Devi’s Fall
Locally known as Patale Chango (Hell’s Falls) also know as Devins and Davids is a lovely Waterfall is about 2 km south West of Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway. Legend has it that a trekker by the name of Davy, was washed away by the Padi Khola and mysteriously disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall.

Mahendra Cave
Another of nature’s wonders in Pokhara is the Mahendra gufa. This large limestone cave is locally known a s the House of Bats an apt name for it. A two- hours walk to the north of Pokhara, it is best to bring our own torch to see the stalactites and stalagmites, as well as the local winged residents.

Seti Gandaki Gorge
Another of Pokhara natural wonders is the Seti Gandaki River. Flowing right through the city, the boisterous river runs underground at places. Amazingly, at certain places the river appears hardly two meters wide. However, its depth is quite beyond imagination, over 20m. Mahendra pul, a small bridge near the old mission hospital, provides a perfect view of the river’s dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by its powerful flow.

The Old Bazar + Bindyabasini Temple
Pokhara's traditional bazaar is colorful and so are its ethnically diverse traders. In its temples and monuments can be seen ties to the old Newar Architecture of the Kathmandu valley, Located about 4 k.m from Lakeside, the market S original charm is still evident. This area is strewn with shops selling commodities ranging from edibles to and cloth to cosmetics and gold, is a pleasant and shady spot to stroll around.
The old Bazaar is also home to one of Pokhara’s most important shrines. Locally called the Bindhyabasini Mandir, this white dome- like structure dominates a spacious stone – paved courtyard built atop a shady hillock. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhgwati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park – like grounds offers a fine picnic area, and on Saturdays, and Tuesdays when devotees flock there to offer sacrifices, it takes on a festive flavor.

World peace pagoda
This Pagoda is situated on the top of a hill on the southern shore of Fewa lake. It has four images of Buddha facing in four directions. The Pagoda is an impressive sight and its hilltop location commands a grand view. It is a great vantage point, which offers spectacular view of the Annapurna range and Pokhara city.

Begnas Lake and Rupa Lake
Begnas Lake is situated in the eastern part of Pokhara valley, at a distance of 15 km from Pokhara. Tourist can relax in the lodges and resorts situated alongside the lake. Yet another popular lake of Pokhara is the Rupa Lake. It is separated from Begnas Lake by a bridge known as Pachabhaiya. The lakes offer the prefect nature retreat because of their relative’s seclusion and opportunities for boating and fishing.

Mountain Views:
Clearly, the most stunning of Pokhara’s sights is the spectacular panorama of the Anapurna range that forms its backdrop. Stretching from east to west, the Annapurna massif includes Annapurna I to IV and Annapurna South. Although the highest among them is Annapurna I at 8091 meters, it is Machhapuchhre, which dominates all others in this neighborhood. Standing tall, proud, and dominating the skyline, Machhapuchhre, the fishtailed pinnacle is the classic snow – capped, needle – pointed mountain.