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Nepal

Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal

Region

Asia • Southern Asia

Capital

Kathmandu

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The flag of Nepal is the world's only non-quadrilateral flag of a sovereign country. It takes the shape of two adjoining right-angled triangles and has a crimson red field with deep blue edges. Within the smaller upper triangle is an emblem of the upper half of a white sun resting on an upward facing white crescent. The lower triangle bears a white sun with twelve rays.

The flag of Nepal is the world's only non-quadrilateral flag of a sovereign country. It takes the shape of two adjoining right-angled triangles and has a crimson red field with deep blue edges. Within the smaller upper triangle is an emblem of the upper half of a white sun resting on an upward facing white crescent. The lower triangle bears a white sun with twelve rays.

Population
29,136,808
Area
147,181 km²
Time Zone
UTC+05:45
Top-Level Domain
.np

About Nepal

Nepal is a country located in Asia, specifically in the Southern Asia region. Its capital city is Kathmandu. With a population of 29,136,808, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 147,181 km², making it a medium-sized country in terms of land area. With a population density of 197.97 people per square kilometer, it is moderately populated.

The official language of Nepal is Nepali, .

The currency used in Nepal is the Nepalese rupee (₨), .

Nepal is a member of the United Nations.

In Nepal, vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+05:45 time zone.

Nepal shares its borders with 2 countries: China and India.

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Coat of Arms of Nepal

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Kathmandu
  • Continent: Asia
  • Native Name: नेपाल
  • Demonym: Nepalese
  • Top Level Domain: .np
  • Calling Code: +977
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Sunday

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