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Nepal is world’s recent country to become republic kicking monarchy out of date. Nepal is a popular tourist destination. It is known for its diverse and rich geography, colorful culture and religious sanctity. There are many lofty and majestic mountains in Nepal. Therefore, it has been nicknamed as “the land of mountains”. Among world’s fourteen highest mountain peaks, eight are in Nepal. There are more than 240 peaks which are a 20,000 ft above the sea level.

The presence of large ranges of mountains makes it a perfect destination for trekking, hiking and other adventure sporting. Thousands of adventure enthusiasts visit Nepal every year to enjoy experiences of trekking and mountain climbing. Some of the popular regions where you can enjoy peak climbing Nepal are Annapurna, Kanchenjunga, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Makalu, Great Himalayan Range and many more. There are countless destinations where you can enjoy trekking. Along with trekking, the mountain ranges of Nepal also offers opportunities for other adventure sports including hiking, mountaineering, mountain biking, sky diving, etc. Tourists can also enjoy rafting in the mountainous rivers and lakes. However, if you are trek lover, do not forget to get the adventurous experience of trekking Himalayas. The Great Himalaya will offer you challenging trails to trek. You will get real adventure in trekking the lofty mountains of Himalayan range.

Nepal is also considered as “Paradise for Birds Lovers”. Kathmandu Valley is best destination for bird watching tour. There are more than 800 species of birds alone in the Kathmandu Valley. Phulchoki, Godavari, Nagarjun, Bagmati River, Taudaha, etc are considered as best spots to enjoy bird watching as flurry of birds gather near these places. Bird watching is a prominent activity to enjoy in Nepal.

Nepal is a unique blend of human and nature. More than 18% of its land is protected as national parks or wildlife sanctuaries. There are about 8 national parks and 4 wildlife sanctuaries which hold diverse species of flora and fauna. The wildlife reserve of Nepal is the hotspot of Indo-Himalayan ecological species. Chitwan National Park is most prominent wildlife destination.

This unique land is also known for its colorful culture and rich valued traditions. The inhabitants are highly religious and cultural. You can find many temples and shrines there. You will also pass by some beautiful mountain hamlets on trekking tours Nepal. Basically ethnic tribal people dwell in these mountain hamlets. They display unique traditions and culture of the land. So, visit Rajasthan and explore all its prominent attractions.

Ski Resorts France enjoyed fame and popularity throughout Europe. This is due to the fact that the bulk of local trails is high in the mountains and during winter there are always snowy coating of good quality. In the French Alps, not just a lot of quality tracks – a lot of them and they are very diverse. There is a safe slopes for beginners and challenging trails for the pros, inexpensive family resorts and luxury ski resorts. Let us dwell only on some of the most famous ski resorts whose names are always “on hearing.
Chamonix
Let’s start with the popular resort of Chamonix, which is located in close proximity to the peak of Mont Blanc – the highest point of the Alps and the highest mountain in Europe.

In addition to the amazing species of mountain nature, tourists are attracted here winding ski slopes, which is famous Chamonix. The local slopes are unlikely to be in the teeth for beginners, but they will appreciate the advanced skiing. The city itself is different from many other resort towns for its impressive size and relatively crowded. In contrast to the small, quiet villages, more suitable for family holidays, life in Chamonix is in full swing. Here you will find everything you need for an active and varied holiday: noisy disco night, expensive boutiques and cheap souvenir shops, hotels of different levels and restaurants for every taste. The only drawback of this resort is that there is no common system of lifts, which would connect different route. Therefore, until the desired shutter tourists have to travel by bus or by car.

Another popular resort of Meribel, located in no less picturesque spot – in the heart of the famous Three Valleys. Is the name of the largest ski area in Europe, with more than 600 km of varied slopes. In addition to fans of mountain skiing, this area attracts a lot of snowboarders, for whom even here there is a special park. In addition, in Meribel have a skating rink, the Palace of Sports, various entertainment facilities. A distinctive feature of Méribel is committed to the traditional alpine village architectural style: the majority of dwellings are made in the form of wooden chalets.
Courchevel (Sourchevel)

The name of another French village has become a household name, at least, for the Russians. It is about Courchevel – stylish and expensive resort, famous for the highest level of service and fabulous prices. Indeed, there are luxurious hotels and apartments, which are chosen for the winter playground of the rich people of Europe. Room Courchevel ski slopes corresponds to the highest level, are actively practiced the use of artificial snow, and an extensive network of lifts meets the latest technology. In addition, Courchevel offers a lot of entertainment for all tastes, in particular, are often seen well-known artists who perform at private parties for wealthy people. Shopping in Courchevel can also satisfy the most demanding tastes, in fact in the local shops are collections of garments, shoes, jewelry, the most famous brands.
Val d’Isere

Val d’Isere – a popular resort for skiers of high class. Local routes are quite complex, there are a number of schools to teach skiing. Steep slopes of Val d’Isère are popular and have snowboarders. A busy nightlife of the resort will not miss anyone – this is the place to stay young and active people.

The Grand Canyon is one of nature’s great wonders. If you haven’t seen it, you have really missed a great experience. I was fortunate enough to experience its wonder and beauty. Let me tell you about this truly awe-inspiring experience.

It was the end of April when we decided to go to the Grand Canyon. Since it is so big, we decided to explore it in four ways. We decided to view the canyon from the north rim, to the south rim, river rafting and flying over it.

View from the North Rim
We decided to go to the north rim of the canyon first. We took our pop-up camper. We did not expect to find snow on the ground. That was exactly what we saw, snow and ice covered water. The spring thaw was just taking place and we discovered an awesome view that we never expected. Viewing the canyon from the north rim was nothing less than spectacular. The grandeur of the canyon is something that you will have to see.

View from the South Rim
We pulled up camp and headed to the south rim. We set up camp and started our exploration of the canyon. We went to as many of the sightseeing spots that we had allotted time for. Picture taking and viewing again was nothing less than spectacular. It would be almost impossible to determine which rim had the better view.

View from the Water
Now that we have seen the canyon from both rims, it was time to get to the most exciting part. We were going to go white water rafting in the canyon. From the north and south rim, the water didn’t look bad. Well, sometimes what you see is not as real as it looks. In order to get to our rafting adventure, we flew by plane over the canyon to an Indian Reservation. Then we were guided to a bus, which took us to our rafting entrance. The guides were extremely friendly and knowledgeable of the waters.

We jumped into the boat and the adventure began. Water spraying our face as we hit the waves gave us a thrill that will never be forgotten. When we reached some calm waters, our guides took us to a cave with a waterfall that we could stand under. There we were able to take pictures standing under the waterfall. We took pictures of other adventuresome people who joined us, so they could capture the memories also.

When we reached the end of our ride, we took a helicopter out and were returned to the airport where we left our car. That was one awesome experience.

Hiking the Canyon
We were lucky enough to be able to view the Grand Canyon from both rims, fly over the canyon and white water raft in the canyon. If we ever return, we must complete the hiking tour. It takes you from the south rim to the bottom of the canyon. For those who are really adventurous, you can hike from one rim to the bottom and back up the other side, only if you have the guts and stamina. The Grand Canyon an awesome places to explore and view.