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1) Nepal
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1 videodisc (55 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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Nepal, the birthplace of Buddha, is draped along the Himalayan Range between India and Tibet. It continues to attract travelers to this unique and beautiful Shangrila. Ian Wright's journey takes him from the traveler's mecca of Kathmandu, to the western reaches of the country and then on a popular trek through the mountainous regions. He ends his trip in Pulma, the most remote region of Nepal.
2) Nepal
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144 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 24 cm.
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Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, religion, language, and culture of Nepal, a predominantly Hindu country located north of India. Includes several recipes.
3) Nepal
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32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 21 cm.
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"Welcome to Nepal! In this bright, exciting book, young readers will travel to this amazing country without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. During their journey, they will learn all about Nepals land, history, cities, language, food, and more!"--Publisher.
4) Nepal
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144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm.
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Describes the geography, history, economy, language, religions, culture, people, plants, and animals of Nepal.
5) Nepal
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Namaste is the most common greeting in Nepal. It means, "The spirit within me recognizes and honors the spirit within you." Nepalese are spiritual people who believe in fate, or karma. Young readers will be fascinated by this country's history, traditions, and daily life.
6) Nepal
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Nepal has many unique traditions. This book explores what makes Nepal a special country, such as its language, history, government, and people. Sure to engage young readers, this book includes tons of colorful designs and exciting photographs.
7) Nepal
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High within the peaks of the Himalayas is the country of Nepal. This small country boasts a rich cultural heritage. In this title, readers will learn all about it. Nepal's beauty and culture come to life through vibrant photos and engaging text. Special features such as a map and a timeline provide a visual aid, and a recipe and activity give readers hands-on experience!
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Tour through the hidden backstreet courtyards and temples of Kathmandu, explore the base of the world's highest mountain and learn everything you need to know to trek through this incredible region; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Nepal Himalaya and begin your journey now.
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Secret agent Jack Stalwart volume 13
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17 unnumbered pages, 101 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm.
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When a plane goes missing over Mount Everest, Jack and his fellow agents must brave the highest mountain on Earth to recover its cargo--the first true yeti skull ever recovered.
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xvi, 328 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 23 cm
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"This unusual memoir immerses the reader in the fascinating story of a spirited girl in a remote, undeveloped region of Nepal near the border of Tibet, a place made known to the world in Peter Matthieson's The Snow Leopard. Life above 13,000 feet in northern Dolpo -- often called the last paradise because of its breathtaking snow-capped peaks, untouched beauty, and hand-irrigated green pastures -- was one of constant risk and harsh survival. In the...
15) Nepal Himalaya
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There can be no country so rich in mountains as Nepal. This narrow strip of territory, lying between Sikkim and Garhwal, occupies 500 miles of India's northern border; and since this border coincides roughly with the 1,500-mile-long Himalayan chain, it follows that approximately a third of this vast range lies within or upon the confines of Nepal. So starts this breathtaking account of mountaineering and exploring this isolated and awe-inspiring country...
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Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet's Nepal is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the historic temples of old Kathmandu, search for rhinos and tigers in the dawn mist of Chitwan National Park, and trek in the shadow of the world's highest mountain on an Everest Base Camp expedition – all with your trusted travel companion....
17) A Beard In Nepal
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'A Beard In Nepal' is the story of the five months Tod and Fiona spent in a small, remote village high in the Himalayas of Nepal, attempting to teach English to the village children.
It is the story of an ordinary (?) middle aged couple from Liverpool who did an extraordinary thing, and lived to tell the tale.
The book is an often humorous account of the challenges they faced while, for example, trying to teach the children in a small wooden...
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As a child, Jean-David Blanc always dreamt of flying. A successful entrepreneur, he took up powered paragliding as soon as he had the means; at the drop of a hat, he would head off to experience the unique sensation of floating over the most remote and breathtaking scenery in the world.
In January 2011, he left Paris for Nepal for an expedition across the Himalayas. During the course of a paragliding flight in Nepal, the weather suddenly turned,...
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Nepal is the land of nature, culture and adventure. We have the widest range of tourism products which are incomparable to any destinations in the entire world. Nepal is famous all over the world for its natural wonders- towering Himalayan peaks, verdant hills which shelters some of the worlds endangered flora and fauna, gushing rivers and serene mountain lakes, as well as mesmerizing world heritage sites. Nepal is often known as the biggest natural...
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You may be asking yourself why you should read this story when there are countless books on the market with sad stories and plights of heroism, but the simple truth is that after reading The Golden Lady of Nepal, you will come away knowing how the other side of the world lives and appreciate what you have in life. It will inspire you to stand up and have a voice, reach out and help others around you, and feel better about yourself.
The Golden Lady...
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