Introduction Rajbiraj is a historic and strategically important city in Saptari District, located in Madhesh Province, southeastern Nepal. Serving as the administrative headquarters of the district, Rajbiraj stands out as Nepal’s first planned city, designed in the 1930s based on the layout of Jaipur, India. Known for its cultural vibrancy, educational institutions, historical roots, and
Introduction Barahathawa is a rapidly developing municipality located in the Sarlahi District of Madhesh Province, Nepal. It is one of the most significant commercial and administrative centers in the region, playing a key role in the district’s economic, social, and cultural development. Strategically positioned on the East–West Highway (Mahendra Highway), Barahathawa is evolving from a
Introduction Kapilvastu is one of the most historically and spiritually significant locations in Nepal. Situated in the southwestern part of the country within Lumbini Province, Kapilvastu is globally recognized as the ancient capital of the Shakya Kingdom, the royal family into which Siddhartha Gautama—later known as Lord Buddha—was born. The district is a vital component
What is Barahachhetra? Barahachhetra (also spelled Baraha Kshetra) is one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage destinations in Nepal, located in the Sunsari District of Koshi Province. It lies near Dharan, in eastern Nepal, at the confluence of the Koshi and Koka rivers. The temple is devoted to the Baraha (Varaha) incarnation of Lord Vishnu,
Introduction Tilottama is a fast-developing municipality located in the Rupandehi District of Lumbini Province, Nepal. Named after the celestial apsara “Tilottama” from Hindu mythology, this modern city represents a harmonious blend of urban development, education, and agriculture. It sits strategically between Butwal and Bhairahawa, two key cities in western Nepal, making it an emerging commercial,
Introduction Gokarneshwar, also spelled Gokarneshwor, is a municipality in northeastern Kathmandu District, in Bagmati Province, Nepal. Named after the ancient and revered Gokarna Mahadev Temple, the area is both a spiritual pilgrimage site and a green retreat within reach of Kathmandu city. Known for its Shiva temples, cultural heritage, and lush forested landscape, Gokarneshwar offers
Geographical Overview Tarakeshwar is a municipality in the northwestern part of the Kathmandu Valley, situated in Bagmati Province, Nepal. It was officially formed in December 2014 by merging multiple Village Development Committees (VDCs), including: Futung Manamaiju Ichangu Narayan Bhimdhunga Tinthana Sangla Location and Environment Lies approximately 10-15 km northwest of Kathmandu city center Bordered by
The Jiri to Everest Base Camp Trek is the most historically authentic and scenic route to the base of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest (8,848.86 m). This trail follows the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, who trekked from Jiri to Everest in 1953 before making the first successful summit. Unlike the
Kumari Bank Limited is a progressive and rapidly growing ‘A’ class commercial bank in Nepal, offering a full range of banking services to individuals, small businesses, and large corporations. Since its establishment in 2001 A.D. (2058 B.S.), Kumari Bank has positioned itself as a tech-savvy, customer-centric, and innovation-driven financial institution. With a strong focus on
Laxmi Sunrise Bank Limited (LSBL) is a newly formed commercial bank in Nepal, created from the strategic merger of two well-established institutions: Laxmi Bank Limited and Sunrise Bank Limited. This merger, completed in July 2023 (2080 B.S.), marks a major milestone in Nepal’s banking history, making LSBL one of the country’s largest commercial banks in