Geography
Nepal is in Southern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 28, 84; it has China, India.
Neighboring countries: China, India
Asia
Nepal
Nepal is a country in Southern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Kathmandu
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Southern Asia
- Population
- 29.9 million
- Area
- 147,181 km²
- Currency
- Nepalese rupee (NPR)
- Official language
- Nepali
- Calling code
- +977
- Internet TLD
- .np
- Time zone
- UTC+05:45
Nepal map preview: 28.00, 84.00
People and Culture
Nepal uses Nepali in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Nepal varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Nepal is recorded with the official name Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Kathmandu
- Southern Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Kathmandu
- Time zone data: UTC+05:45
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Nepal is grouped under Asia.
- Nepal has a listed area of 147,181 km².
- Nepal is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Nepal
What is the capital of Nepal?
The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu.
What continent is Nepal in?
Nepal is in Asia.
What currency does Nepal use?
Nepal uses the Nepalese rupee.
What language is spoken in Nepal?
Nepali is listed for Nepal in this database.