About Nepal: (Census 2011) Location: Between India and Tibet Area : 147,181 Sq. Kms. Longitude: 80° 4’ and 88°12’ East. Capital : Kathmandu People: 125 ethnic groups Political system: Federal democratic Republic Topography: From the world’s deepest gorge ‘Kaligandaki to Mt. Everest, the highest point on earth. Language Nepali is the official language of Nepal. However, English is understood and spoken by majority of people in Kathmandu valley and other major cities. Time: 5 hours 45 minutes ahead of GMT and 15 minutes ahead of Indian Time. Vegetation: Nepal possesses some of the most outstanding biodiversity in the world, ranging from subtropical Rainforests to Alpine deserts. Weather: Climate ranges from Tropical in the lowlands to arctic higher altitudes. Clothing Warm clothing are required from November till February and tropical wear from March till October. Religion Previously Hindu countr...