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Nepal is a Himalayan Kingdom that sits at the roof of the world, stretching 500 miles from east to west and 150 miles from north to south. Within these borders can be found 8 of the world's 10 highest mountains and undoubtedly the world's best trekking areas. Closed to foreigners until 1949, Nepal has long been the ultimate destination for mountaineers and trekkers from all over the world. In addition, Nepal is a land of great diversity - it's culture, religions, geography and wildlife fascinate and challenge the imagination.
Nepal has some of the best trekking in the world, to and around several of the world's highest mountains, including Mount Everest. Many people visit the country just to trek and the tourism industry is well prepared to facilitate all manner of trekking styles and destinations. On the one hand you could spend a year planning an expedition to wild and lofty places; on the other you could land in Kathmandu with no plans and be on the trail to EBC in a matter of days.
"Teahouse trekking" along the main trails is the most common style, with decent lodges in every settlement (and between), it is possible to trek in comfort with minimal preparation, equipment and support. The government of Nepal requires a trekking permit for Everest, Annapurna, Langtang, and some other regions; however, conservation fee or National park fee are required for these regions. There are few restricted trekking areas in Nepal, where is a special permit given to you by the Nepalese government to visit the restricted areas. You should take a Trekkers Information management system (TIMs Card), Necessary Park fees, Guide and porters which are provides registered trekking agency in Nepal.