The Kingdom of Nepal may be tiny, but it is home to superlatives. It’s the location of Mt. Everest, the tallest mountain in the world (hence the nickname ‘roof of the world’), and it’s here where you’ll find Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha. Ever since opening its doors to the world in the 1950s, the mystical allure of this ancient kingdom has attracted travellers from all over the world, wedged between the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas and the lush jungles of India. Nepal is a paradise for adventure travellers and adrenaline junkies. Aside from the prospect of conquering Mt. Everest, visitors can choose from myriad adventure activities, such as paragliding, kayaking, canyoning, and mountain biking, with the most dramatic landscapes as backdrop. For the more relaxed travellers, there’s plenty to see in the ancient temples and squares of Nepal’s cities such as Kathmandu and Bakhtapur. In the south, Nepal’s lush national parks are waiting to be explored. show less