Nepal saw nearly 1 million foreign tourists in early 2024, a 15.66% increase despite disruptions.

Nepal welcomed nearly 1 million foreign tourists in the first 10 months of 2024, marking a 15.66% increase from the previous year, according to the Nepal Tourism Board. In October, 124,393 visitors arrived, a 6.04% rise from October 2023. However, heavy rainfall and resulting disasters in late September caused some cancellations, impacting numbers. Tourism remains crucial for Nepal's foreign currency and employment.

November 05, 2024
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