Nepal Database & Dipesh Thakur https://www.nepaldatabase.com/rss/author/dipesh-thakur Nepal Database & Dipesh Thakur en Copyright 2022 Nepal Database & All Rights Reserved. The Ultimate Guide to Exporting Products from Nepal & Featured Business and Trade Information https://www.nepaldatabase.com/export-of-products-from-nepal https://www.nepaldatabase.com/export-of-products-from-nepal Export of products from Nepal to various countries is governed by several laws and guidelines. Exporters must agree with these administrators and follow clear procedures. If any organization needs to start exporting or importing a business product from Nepal, it needs to run a legal business in Nepal. In addition, register for VAT. There is also a need for a customs department under the Ministry of Finance, which has also been able to collect customs duties and improve exchange aid. All exporters must obtain an Export and Import Code (EXIM Code) assigned by the Nepal Customs.

The export records required in Nepal depend on the trade policy of the Government of Nepal, the nature of goods exported from Nepal. The documents required for export from Nepal are also based on product export, multilateral, bilateral or unilateral trade agreements and other trade policies of the Government of Nepal. The point-by-point documentation on these export stages has been explained independently as follows.

In order to participate in exports, a company must be registered and obtain an export license. In case the exporter is a private or joint-stock company, the exporter applies to the company registration office to obtain a registration certificate. The exporter must obtain a business registration certificate for a sole proprietorship or partnership firm from the Ministry of Commerce under the Ministry of Commerce. The registered company must be selected by the local tax authority. The tax office evaluates the confirmation of inclusion every year. The registration certificate from the Permanent Account Number, also known as PAN, should be obtained from the Inland Revenue Office or the Department of Inland Income. This verification must be renewed annually during the first three months of each financial year. After that, a current bank account needs to be opened in a commercial bank in the name of the exporting company to carry out financial transactions related to exports. All financial transactions will take place via bank transfer. A separate foreign currency account is also needed for the exporter to receive payments in foreign currency. Registration for VAT (value added tax) is necessary. After the company is registered for VAT, the exporter gets the opportunity to refund the duty on the purchase of raw materials and intermediate products for the production of export goods. This means that the company will not have to pay additional tax for raw materials and equipment needed by the company, this duty refund will reduce the cost of export goods, which will strengthen business and increase competitiveness.

After completing the registration and documentation process, we now proceed to conclude the contract with the buyer. Buyers and sellers negotiate the product and price. When an understanding is reached between the exporter and the buyer, an export agreement can be signed between the two companies so that the importers send a purchase order that specifies the products, quantity, price, payment terms, packaging, delivery method and shipment date. When the purchase order is received from the importer, the exporter prepares a Proforma Invoice. A proforma invoice provides price information and other product details to enable the importer to open a letter of credit (L/C) in the name of the exporter. The bank takes over the guarantee for payment to the exporter as soon as the shipment is delivered to the importer. The dispatch of the shipment is ensured by a reliable freight company. Logistics can be done by air or freight. The air waybill will be given to the importer to track and receive the shipment. This is the stage when the product is ready and all the documents are cleared by customs. All documents should be provided by the exporter to the importer in order to receive the shipment from their customs authority. After that, the payment for the exporter can also be processed. These documents are the legal proof that the shipment has been delivered to the importer so that the bank can release the payment if the transaction was done in letter of credit as a payment method.

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Sat, 03 Dec 2022 16:41:32 +0545 Dipesh Thakur
Personal branding on Instagram https://www.nepaldatabase.com/personal-branding-on-instagram https://www.nepaldatabase.com/personal-branding-on-instagram A brand is the sum total of thoughts and emotions people have about a product or company. When well designed are managed, brands have real power to drive sales. When poorly made, it can be very destructive to a trader. Brands are more than a logo, more than a color palette, more than a font choice, and more than a collection of images or attributes. Brands live in the consumer's mind, and until a brand is installed in someone's memory, it doesn't exist for that person.

Your personal brand is your reputation, defined by your character. A person's personal brand is their legacy and how people remember the brand - through the actions, expertise and emotional connections they create. Your personal brand shows your authenticity from the inside out. Personal branding is about expressing your true self by allowing yourself to be who you are meant to be. It is a planned way to make you an active partner in creating the direction of your life. You will learn how to bring more value to your work and the target market you serve through personal branding. Your personal brand acts as a filter to help you make decisions that are compatible with who you are and what you stand for. It categorizes what makes you unique and clearly connects your originality to the people who need to know about you.

Instagram can be used as a tool to add real individuality to an image. Many organizations these days run their organizations only on the web, forgoing all the costs of a traditional physical business with real advertising materials and other outrageous costs. So incorporating into social media like Instagram offers them a unique place to actually put a face to their image and build a pleasant attraction for their customers to engage with.

This leads to the advancement of the term called Influencers. People who have created a brand for themselves, otherwise recognized as a personal brand, have gained a large number of fans who motivate their followers to make decisions. They have a large fan base who follow the fashion trends and designs of that specific influencer and hang on to every word the Influencer says. After someone reaches the position of "Influencer" they are likely to be approached by brands to do sponsorships or may even be paid hundreds of dollars per post just to be seen using their products. Many individuals earn passive income or use their influencer status as essentially a career. How Instagram supports you ultimately depends on how you see it aligned with your brand's approach. The best way to get an idea of ​​what Instagram can help you with is to determine what type of industry you own, what your main goal is, and how Instagram can help you achieve that goal. You can also browse similar profiles to get an idea of ​​how other similar accounts are using Instagram for their own business. This way, you can get a visual idea of ​​how Instagram is working for them, what strategies are being used best, and what goals are most likely to be met using the Instagram platform.

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Sun, 13 Nov 2022 22:02:56 +0545 Dipesh Thakur
Religious and Cultural Tourism https://www.nepaldatabase.com/religious-and-cultural-tourism https://www.nepaldatabase.com/religious-and-cultural-tourism Religious tourism is defined as people traveling for religious activities leaving their country to other religious and holy places. It is a form of tourism where people can travel in groups or individually for reasons related to spirituality. This form of tourism is not only visiting specific religious sites, but is also considered a cause for human development and humanitarian, suggesting that anyone can visit regardless of their religious background and beliefs. This form of tourism is considered a large market for the tourism industry in the world.

Like Nepal, there are many countries or places in the world with such religious tolerance and harmonious blend of cultures. Any tourist can take a cultural tour of the Kathmandu valley to discover the culture of the Newari people and can also go on a village tour in the Terai or the hilly parts of the country to discover a truly blended fascinating mix of cultures. During episodes of history, the country was ruled by various powers and dynasties, bringing many cultural and religious perspectives. Religious and cultural tourism is one of the most popular forms of tourism in Nepal, where thousands of tourists come every year to visit Nepal and explore the country's culture and traditions. Religious tourism routes in Nepal are designed to help tourists explore Hindu and Buddhist religious sites. Nepal, despite having a Hindu majority, does not prevent people of other religions from traveling around the country for religious purposes. A large number of tourists visiting Nepal are people who follow Buddhism because Nepal is the birthplace of Gautam Buddha. There are various forms of religious tourism and among them Pilgrimage tourism, monastery visit and guest staying are the most popular in Nepal.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of tourists come to Nepal on Pilgrimage. The best tour destinations in Nepal are Swargadwari temple located in Pyuthan district, Gosainkunda lake near Dhunche, Devghat temples, Manakamana temple in Gorkha district and Pathibhara near Phungling, Mahamrityunjaya Shivasan Nepal in Palpa district where the largest metal idol of the Lord is located Shiva. This form of tourism is not taken as a vacation, but as a transformational journey where various significant changes occur. People believe that a deeper understanding will be achieved. Blessings are received from the god and goddess and a healing occurs that makes you look at the journey with different eyes when you return to the pilgrimage.

People practicing Buddhist religions are the ones who fall under the monastery visits and guest stay in Nepal. Every year, thousands of tourists come to visit the monasteries in the Kathmandu Valley. Monasteries in Nepal provide education about Buddhism and its discovery. However, guests staying at these monasteries are expected to follow the rules and regulations given by the individual monasteries. Kopan Monastery is located in the Kathmandu Valley and is the most famous healing monastery in Nepal. There are also monasteries like Pharping area, Swayambhu area, Boudhanath area where guests are warmly welcomed.

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Sat, 05 Nov 2022 20:52:52 +0545 Dipesh Thakur
The Evolution of Tourism in Nepal & A Look at the History and Development of the Industry and its Attractions and Destinations https://www.nepaldatabase.com/evolution-of-tourism-in-nepal https://www.nepaldatabase.com/evolution-of-tourism-in-nepal About Nepal

- Nepal is a land of eternal beauty and splendor, surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Himalayan mountains.

- It is a land of colorful cultures, ancient history and people, a fascinating scenery, and some of the world's most fascinating landscapes.

- Best known for the world's highest mountain, Mount Everest, which rises to an altitude of 8848.86 meters.

- A visit to Nepal informs you about the many places you can visit in Nepal, famous for the birthplace of Gautam Buddha who laid the inspiration and foundation of Buddhism in the country.

- Nepal with rich traditions of arts, culture, and heritage.

- Kathmandu, Nepal's capital city, is a treasure house of historic artwork and culture.

EVOLUTION OF THE WORD "TOURISM:

In Sanskrit books, there are 3 travel words, derived from the root "atan", which means to go / leave home and go elsewhere.

The 3 words are:

PARYATAN

- Going out for pleasure and knowledge.

DESATAN

- Going overseas prominently for financial gain.

TIRTHATAN

- Going out to places of religious merits.

ANCIENT NEPAL TOURISM.

- Ancient history is largely based on cultural significance.

- Manjushree (Tibet) is considered to be the first to arrive in Nepal who cut off Chobar hill and released all the water except for the life of Kathmandu village.

- Ashoka (India) visited Lumbini, erected a pillar of Ashoka (Proof that Buddha was born in Nepal)

- The famous Chinese explorer, Huien Tsang, visited Lumbini in 643 AD.

- Regular visits to Buddhism followere such as Santarakshit (742AD), Padma Sambhav (474AD), Kamalsheel (760AD), Atisha Dipankar (1000AD), Milarepa (1010AD)

 

Lichchhavi Empire (400-750AD)

  • The marital relationship between Amshuverma's daughter, Brikuti and Tibetan king Srong Sten Gampo.
  • Established bilateral relations established between Tibet and Nepal.
  • Araniko visited Tibet and flourished Nepali art there.

Malla Dynasty (750-1480AD)

  • Under the rule of the Malala king, westerners began coming to Nepal for the purpose of spreading and promoting Christianity.
  • Establish good trade relations between Tibet and India.

- During the time of Lichhavi and Malla, great strides in arts and culture were made. The buildings, paintings and sculptures were greatly improved.

- Many temples, monuments, statues and inscriptions, existing festivals which are a tourist attraction.

- Chinese, Tibetans, and Indians used to visit Nepal mainly for religious and commercial reasons.

 

TOURISM AFTER NEPAL ASSOCIATION (1767 - 1950 AD)

- 1767 AD: Prithivi Narayan Shah unified scattered principalities into bigger Nepal.

- 1792 AD: Captain Kirk Patric, a military officer, came to collect facts about Nepal. He wrote the book “An Account of the Kingdom of Nepal” which helped to introduce Nepal to the outside country.

- 1816 AD: Sugauli agreement was signed between Nepal and the British East India Company. The beginning of the regular visit of British citizens to Kathmandu.

- 1850-51 AD: Rana prime minister Junga Bdr. Rana visited Britain which brought Kingdom of Nepal into limelight in Europe.

- 1911/21 King George V and the Prince of Wales visit Nepal to hunt the Tiber.

- Regular visits by the Prime Minister of Rana to Britain and British officials in Nepal.

- The first record published by foreign tourists to Nepal is found in Percival London's 'Nepal' book, in which 153 Europeans, mostly Englishmen, are reported to have visited Kathmandu in the period between 1881 and 1925 AD.


TOURISM AFTER 1950

- 104 years the Rana Regime autocracy was ended in 1950.

- Slow development in Nepal began to take place.

- A road network was established connecting parts of Nepal with the Indian Border.

- Only finger count foreigners were given permission to enter Nepal. Mainly for the purpose of trading, climbing and pilgrimage purpose before 1950.

- In 1950 Maurice Herzog became the first person to summit Annapurna I.

- 1952 AD: Swiss geographer Tony Hagen was hired by the Nepali Government to map Nepal. She traveled 14000 km in Nepal's Himalayas and retired in 1972 AD.

- A group of wealthy tourists, sponsored students began traveling from England to Nepal through Eastern Europe, Turkey, Kasmir, Manali and Nepal to do research and climbing purpose.

- 1953 AD: Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa climbed Mt. Everest and they were the first to do so.

- The 1950s is considered one of the most important periods in the development of Tourism in Nepal. 14 world-famous over 8000m 7 out of 8 peaks in Nepal were conquered.

- Annapurna I, Everest, Chooyu, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Manaslu, Lhotse, Dhaulagiri.

- The role of tourism in the mountains is very important in the tourism sector as a whole. In fact, Nepal's tourism industry began with a tour of the mountains.

- 1955 AD: The first tourist visa was issued to Russian citizen Boris Lisanevich, Boris Lisanevich, a legendary hotelier and a pioneer in Nepalese tourism.

- He was invited by King Mahendra to allow Thomas Cook's company to send a visitor to Nepal.

- Boris founded the first hotel "Royal Hotel".

- 1955 AD: The first private airline company "Himalayan Airways" came into operation.

- 1956 AD: The National Tourism Council established a five-year tourism development plan under the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

- 1958 AD: Royal Nepal Airlines Cooperation (RNAC) now NAC came into operation.

- Nepal began direct contact with Indian Cities and this land locked country became easily accessible to other countries.

- Nepal became a member of the International Union Of Official Travel Organization (IUOTO) and now the World Tourism Organization (WTO)

- 1964 AD: Jimmy Robert founded the first travel agency "Mountain Travel Nepal" to organize trekking and climbing.

- Founded "Tiger Tops" in Chitwan National Park began to promote and conserve wildlife.

- Directed attention to the Government of Nepalese on the power of Tourism in Nepal. Became a role model in teaching and applying tourism management in Nepal.

- Jimmy Robert is also regarded as ’The Father of Trekking’ in Nepal.

- His vision, then, was to make mountaineering experience easier and more understandable than it was at first.

 

1960 & 1970'S HIPPIE CULTURES

- Hippies are a group of young people who followed liberal anti-war philosophy.

- Hippie's main site such as buying and selling Hassish was legal until 1979.

- Jimmy Robert has played a key role in promoting and promoting Nepal as a tourist attraction.

- A good Nepali ambassador as he continues to tell about Nepal's cultural and natural beauty when they return home.

- By 1965, all 8000+ mountains were conquered. It has established Nepal as a major hiking and mountain climbing destination.

- The 1972 NATHM was established by the Government of Nepal through the UNDP / ILO to produce the skilled workers needed by the hospitality and tourism industry.

- More than 20,000 professionals are trained from NATHM in various fields such as hotel management, tour guide and hiking etc.

- 1973: Chitwan National Park (CNP) was established to protect and conserve wildlife.

- 1979: Taan was established to regulate, develop, and promote the Nepali pedestrian sector.

- 1998: The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) was established to develop the tourism industry.

- 1992: Necon Air (Nepal's first private airline) and Asian Airlines Helicopter (Nepal's first helicopter) came into existence.

- 1998: The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) was established to develop the tourism industry.

 

Nepal celebrates "Visit Nepal 98" to strengthen Nepalese tourism.

DURING 1950-1998, NEPAL BECAME A HOT PLACE FOR LARGE HOLIDAYS, JOURNALISTS AND CULTIVAL VISITORS.



TOURISM IN NEPAL (1999 TO 2011)

THE DARK PERIOD (1999-2005)

- 1999 Hijacking of Indian Airlines ships from TIA.

- 2001: "Royal Massacre" A Black Day in Nepalise History

- 2005: King Gyanendra Coup and suspended constitution.

- Moisture rebels were active in different parts of Nepal. Travelers could not move about freely and felt insecure.

RESULTS:

- MESSAGE TO THE FOREIGN WORLD, NEPAL IS NOT SAFE FROM BEING.

- 50% of travel agencies closed

- Tourism focuses on the urban area only.

- Reduce the length of stay.

- 2006 A peace agreement was signed between the Government and Moist Government.

- The message to foreign countries in Nepal, is now safe to travel

Tourism slowly starts picking up.

- 2011: Nepal Tourism Year celebrated

- The global economic crisis has brought a collapse to American and European tourists and has been turned into a hot tourist destination for Chinese travelers.

 

NEPAL AFTER THE 2015 EARTHQUAKE

- On April 25, 2015, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake shook Nepal.

- Nearly 9,000 people died and more than 22,000 were injured.

The Mt. Everest climbing season was canceled.

- The historic site of the city, Bimsen Tower (Dharahara) with 61 meters high was collapsed.

- Also on May 12, a magnitude 7.3 earthquake aftershock occurs, resulting in the destruction of schools, health facilities, water and electricity, roads and bridges, and homes.

- All businesses including the tourism industry and markets was collapsed.

- The 10 billion rupees tourism industry was affected.

- The most important Hindu temple in the land of Pashupatinath was also partially damaged.

- The Everest base camp was destroyed, and 18 climbers were killed.

- Many trekking sites got affected.

- According to officials from the Nepalese archeology department, a total of 57 monuments in Kathmandu village were destroyed as a result of the massive earthquake.

 

Visit Nepal 2020 tourism cancellation and Covid 19 impact on Nepal Tourism

- Tourism revenue in 2018 accounted for 7.9% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and supported more than 1.05 million jobs.

- Nepal hosted 1.19 million foreign tourists by 2019.

- The ‘Visit to Nepal 2020’ campaign, which was officially launched on January 1, 2020.

- It aims to attract 2 million tourists, generate $2 billion and create thousands of new jobs.

- On January 23, the first case of COVID-19 was found in Nepal.

- It has begun to grow worldwide and amid growing public concern.

- Government Suspended the ‘Visit Nepal 2020’ initiative on March 3, 2020.

- After the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 an epidemic on March 13, the government suspended permissions for mountaineering expeditions and suspended all visas.

- Following the confirmation of the second international prosecution on March 23, the government shut down the country and suspended all national and international flights.

- This was followed by a major cancellation of hotel and guest bookings, which led to an increase in unemployment, loss of income and thousands of lives at risk.

- 2% reduction in international and domestic tourists by January 2020 compared to 2019

- More than 10,000 tourists who entered Nepal before the closure were also left homeless, though many of them eventually returned home.

 

Places to Visit in Nepal

Kathmandu City

- Nepal's capital, Kathmandu Valley, is a unique place in Nepal, the center of Nepal's political, commercial and cultural activities.

- The capital is designed for many travelers, and even the name Kathmandu conveys images of spirituality, mystery, and entertainment.

 

Boudhanath Stupa

- Bodnath is Nepal's largest mosque and is the religious center of Nepal's largest Tibetan community.

- It is a very important monument to Tibetan Buddhists outside of Tibet.

- Listed as a World Heritage Site.

 

Pashupatinath Temple

- The Pashupatinath Temple, with its magnificent architecture, stands as a symbol of faith, religion, tradition and tradition.

- The existence of the Temple dates back to 400 A.D.

- It is considered the most holy temple of the Hindu Lord Shiva in the world

- Listed as a World Heritage Site.

Swayambhunath

- It is an ancient and mysterious place in all the holy places of Kathmandu Valley.

- Here a round white mound with an umbrella at the top, representing the steps leading to nirvana. The Stupa is hung with prayer flags of many colors.

- Historical records found in stone tablets give evidence that the stupa was already a major attraction for Buddhists by the 5th century A.D. i.e. before the advent of Buddhism in the village.

 

Pokhara Valley

- Pokhara Valley, a land of breathtaking natural beauty crowned by the majestic Himalayas, offers a breathtaking view of the calm, green hills.

- Pokhara is also known as a major tourist destination.

- Three of the ten highest mountains in the world - Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Mananaslu are within 30 miles of the city.

- The city also serves as a base for pedestrian crossings in the Annapurna region of the Himalayas.

 

Lumbini

- Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, is the center of millions of Buddhist religions worldwide.

- A solid stone pillar built by the great Indian emperor Ashoka is also here. The account of the Buddha's birth is recorded in it.

- One of the most important historical sites in the world is the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

 

Mount Everest

- The tallest mountain in the world, measuring 8848.86 meters (29031.69 ft).

- Located in the Solukhumbu district.

- Also known as "Sagarmatha".

- World Heritage Site. 

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