Patan Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal. Photo: Shutterstock Tourism Board of Nepal has released an optimistic statement on the country's return to normalcy, with businesses reopening, the resumption of local and international flights, and full operation of tourist sites.
The board emphasized that "Nepal is safe, peaceful, and ready to welcome visitors from all around the world." The statement noted that calm, stability, and routine have returned throughout the country following recent political developments.
With the formation of the interim government led by Nepal's first female Prime Minister, businesses and offices have reopened, life has returned to normal, and "citizens have resumed their activities with renewed optimism following the lifting of the curfew and travel restrictions."
According to the tourism board, these steps bolster public confidence in the government, particularly among the youth, and ensure stability ahead of the upcoming elections. For tourists, this means full operation of public transportation, local and international flights, and major tourist sites in the country.
The statement mentioned that Nepal's tourism sector has proven its resilience over the years - enduring natural disasters and political crises - by relying on the perseverance of its people, the support of the international community, and the enduring allure of the Himalayan landscapes and local cultural heritage.
It is important to note that the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not yet issued a similar statement - and their most recent recommendation is to avoid traveling to the country.