Nepal

Asia · Capital Kathmandu

Nepal is a country in Asia. Its capital city is Kathmandu. It has a population of around 28,087,871 people. The main language is Nepali and the official currency is the Nepalese rupee. Nepal is landlocked, sharing land borders with 2 countries.

Nepal is a country in Asia. Its capital is Kathmandu. It has a population of 28,087,871, bordering 2 countries. The official language is Nepali. The official currency is the Nepalese rupee.

Where is Nepal?

Nepal at a glance

Capital: Kathmandu
Population: 28.1M
Currency: Nepalese rupee
Language: Nepali
Continent: Asia
Coastline: Landlocked

The flag of Nepal

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Frequently asked questions about Nepal

What is the capital of Nepal?

The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu.

What continent is Nepal in?

Nepal is located in Asia.

What is the population of Nepal?

Nepal has a population of approximately 28,087,871 people.

What is the currency of Nepal?

The official currency of Nepal is the Nepalese rupee.

What language is spoken in Nepal?

The main language spoken in Nepal is Nepali.

What is the flag of Nepal?

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