Nepal

Nepal, a land-locked nation bordering India in the south and China in the north, is home to a vast ethnic diversity in a population of 30 million. Coupled with a rich blend of Hindu and Buddhist influence, its colorful and accommodating culture is in many ways unique in the world.

Recent collapse of monarchy and the uprising of Maoist insurgents have contributed towards political uncertainty, discussed in great nuance across the blogosphere. Nepal is perhaps best known for its mountains and pristine nature, a permanent attraction for trekking and rafting holidays. It has also been popular location for many a cultural or spiritual holiday, beginning with its capital Kathmandu, an ancient city of many attractions.

Nepal's troubled financial and human situation has given rise to many NGOs tending to the needs of orphans, street children, widows and other underprivileged citizens, now seeking international support. Both natural and human-caused environmental problems have also provided their fair share of issues for a land and heritage worth preserving.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “Nepal”

• Celebrated mountaineer Tomasz Humar found dead in Himalayas

  
  The Guardian - guardian.co.uk — Authority: 983
  Slovenian Tomasz Humar, regarded as the greatest climber of his generation, stranded 6,000m up after breaking his leg The man considered the greatest mountaineer of his generation, who had been told 10 years ago he would never walk again, was found dead in the Himalayastoday after breaking his leg and becoming ...
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• Top mountaineer killed in Nepal’s Himalayas (AFP)

  
  Relevant News — Authority: 514
  AFP – A Slovenian climber recognised as one of the world’s greatest-ever mountaineers has died after a daredevil solo attempt on a Himalayan peak, his expedition organisers said Saturday. Originally posted here: (AFP)"> (AFP)">Top mountaineer killed in Nepal’s Himalayas (AFP)
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• Sherpa hospital in Himalayan heights

  
  American Buddhist Net - Buddhist News & Forum — Authority: 159
  For the Sherpas of the high Everest or Khumbu region of Nepal, keeping healthy is a struggle. The climate is harsh and the area is isolated. There are no roads and sanitation is basic. LINK TO ORIGINAL
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• The World In Lego

  
  Environmental Graffiti — Authority: 644
  To rebuild buildings, places and objects in Lego has become so commonplace that it takes a unifying theme to put a method to the brick madness. For us at Environmental Graffiti, what could be better than to highlight the beauty of selected UNESCO World Heritage Sites? We’ve picked ten incredible... This is just a ...
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• Second Phase of Maoist Agitation Ends With a Threat

  
  United We Blog! for a Democratic Nepal — Authority: 413
  …and President denies Maoist allegationThe two-day Singhadurbar gherao of the Maoist ended today peacefully with their chairman Prachanda issuing a threat against the government that his party would start intensified third phase of the movement in a week (20 Nov) if their demands were not met. Wrapping up their ...
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• Street Clashes in Nepal’s Capital

  
  Kasama — Authority: 431
  NYT:“Earlier in the week, Prachanda warned the government that he and his supporters could be forced to ‘take up arms’ if the government used the police and military to block demonstrations…”From the New York Times:November 13, 2009Protesters Clash With Police in NepalBy MARK McDONALDHONG KONG — Communist ...
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• Kathmandu, skilled craftsmen

  
  Too much Internet free time — Authority: 122
  In a Nepalese city, like Kathmandu, you quickly notice that the industry is small but very accessible, meaning that you can walk to the people involved in tradesmanship or craftsmanship. Since most Nepalese people are accepting your taking pictures or willing to see the photos you just shot, it’s very pleasant to ...
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• Indra Jatra

  
  EverestUncensored — Authority: 119
  410. Indra JatraPhoto by: Tegis Tuladhar
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• Does modernization affect childrens cognitive development?

  
  Science Blog - Science news straight from the source — Authority: 630
  Societal and technological changes have taken place at a dizzying pace over recent decades.
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• Asia Cast for Friday 13th November

  
  Asia Cast — Authority: 125
  Professors say violence between students and in society is a common site in China where the communist philosophy promotes fighting. (By Mark & Andrea Busse/Flickr) In this Bulletin… - Student beatings a common sight on Chinese campuses; - Human rights group reports on China’s illegal detention centres; and ...
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• Re: 1000 Places To Visit Before You Die - NEPAL

  
  Nepali Community Forum - xNepali — Authority: 155
  Top 10 countries to travel in 2010 – Nepal If you ask me, I would always say Nepal is the best place in earth. Well, I am a Nepali but I am not alone – there are many who think so. Lonely Planet, the largest travel guide-book and digital media publi...
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• Nepal Maoists picket Singha Durbar, dozens injured

  
  Thaindian News — Authority: 706
  Kathmandu, Nov 13 (ANI): Cadres of the Unified CPN (Maoist) clashed with riot police while staging protest outside the country’s administrative center, Singha Durbar, as part of their second -phase protests against President Ram Baran’s move to overrule the erstwhile Maoists government’s decision to sack the ...
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• Re: 1000 Places To Visit Before You Die - NEPAL

  
  Nepali Community Forum - xNepali — Authority: 155
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• Nepal: Religious groups against violence during Gadhimai festival

  
  American Buddhist Net - Buddhist News & Forum — Authority: 159
  KALAIYA, Bara, Nov 12: Religious organizations took out a rally in Bara on Thursday urging devotees to offer fruits and vegetables to the deity during the Gadhimai festival, instead of sacrificing animals. Hundreds of people participated in the rally that was organized by a Buddhist group campaigning for ...
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• Nepal: Maoist Protests Disrupt Life In Kathmandu

  
  Global Voices Online — Authority: 722
  “Many people in Kathmandu who were affected by the traffic jam caused by the Maoists today expressed their anger in personal conversation and twitter even as ex-rebels sang, danced and recited poems while picketing at the front gate of the central administrative complex of Nepal,” reports United We Blog! for a ...
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• Everest Base Camp (7)

  
  KC & the Sunshine Runners — Authority: 113
  Day 08 (13 October 2009) -- the second most important day after the previous day of going to EBC. Today, the group is going up the Kalapatha Hill (5,550m) to have a glimpse of the peak of Mount Everest. Going up a hill in this elevation with thin air is always tough. The journey is slow but managable. Every few steps ...
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• Kathmandu

  
  Too much Internet free time — Authority: 122
  Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal. I stopped there twice during my recent trip to this Himalayan kingdom-gone-republic. The city was pleasant to visit if a bit too loaded with tourists for my taste (the first baseball cap is already too much for me). But I got a few images from it. Here are a few images of the city. ...
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• Maoists at the Gates of Singhadurbar

  
  United We Blog! for a Democratic Nepal — Authority: 413
  Many people in Kathmandu who were affected by the traffic jam caused by the Maoists today expressed their anger in personal conversation and twitter even as ex-rebels sang, danced and recited poems while picketing at the front gate of the central administrative complex of Nepal.Thousands of Maoist cadres reached in ...
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• Dismissed cop, cousin killed in Uttar Pradesh

  
  Thaindian News — Authority: 706
  Lucknow, Nov 12 (IANS) Two people, including a dismissed police constable, were stabbed to death in Bulandshahr district of Uttar Pradesh, police said Thursday.The incident took place in the Ahmedgarh locality Wednesday night.“The dismissed cop, Balvir Singh, was going to his fields along with his cousin Rameshwar ...
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• Nepal: Army Commanders Debate Restructuring

  
  Revolution in South Asia — Authority: 130
  This article was posted on eKantipur.com . Differences persist over Army restructuring Phanindra Dahal, eKantipur , November 11, 2009 KATHMANDU:  Nepal Army (NA) has initiated internal debate on its restructuring in the changed political context, but there has been little convergence with political ...
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