Want to learn about Nepal? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Nepal
| Capital | Kathmandu |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 30,000,000 |
| Languages | Nepali |
| Currency | Nepalese rupee |
| National symbol | Cow |
| Famous food | Dal Bhat |
In Nepal, people often speak Nepali. A friendly way to say hello is "Namaste". 👋
Fun facts about Nepal for kids
- Nepal has 8 of the world's 10 tallest mountains, including Mount Everest, the highest of all!
- Nepal's flag is the only national flag in the world that is not a rectangle or square — it's made of two triangles!
- The country is the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha!
- Namaste is the standard greeting, performed with hands pressed together in respect.
- The Sherpa people are legendary mountaineers and guides for Himalayan climbs.
Famous places in Nepal
- Mount Everest
- Swayambhunath
- Pashupatinath Temple
Nature and symbols of Nepal
- Cow
- National sport: Volleyball
Going to Nepal with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Namaste".
- Find Kathmandu, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇳🇵 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Dal Bhat at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Mount Everest.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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