After the marvellous success of the tourism campaign, which was named Nepal Tourism Year 2011. The government of Nepal once again announced the new tourism campaign ‘Visit Nepal Year 2020’ to the promotion and conserve the national natural, cultural and historical heritage with the slogan of ‘Lifetime Experiences’. The main motto of the campaign is to promote tourism in Nepal. Tourism in Nepal is not only an economic sector but also an area with massive potential.
Nepal is economically poor but is rich in its natural beauty, natural resources, and diversity, social, cultural and historical norms, values and diversity. That is the reason Nepal is a great destination for tourists. Even though the country is poor in its economy, and lacks many infrastructures, facilities, and even publicity, the country is blessed with naturally gifted natural beauty, and cultural heritage makes it an outstanding tourism destination. This is also supported by the country is already featured in the top list of various national and international magazines and newspapers as a great tourism destination.
The Ministry of Cultural, Tourism and Civil Aviation Nepal aims to host more than two million tourists this year 2020 by enhancing worldwide publicity. The government of Nepal wants to disseminate good messages about tourism in Nepal to every corner of the world through tourists, as the country is an extremely valued destination for visitors and investors. The government of Nepal separates the whole campaign into five fragments to equally promote and develop. These five include People and Heritage, Culture Cities and Leisure, Religion and Pilgrimage, and Adventure and Outdoor. Internal and External visitors can visit 10 of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites scattered all around the country and can visit cultural, religious and pilgrimage sites like Kathmandu, Lumbini, Janakpur, and Pokhara. And those visitors who love adventure and outdooring can trek and hike in the Mountain region like Mount Everest or Annapurna regions.
Visit Nepal Year 2020 was inaugurated by the President of Nepal Bidya Devi Bhandari at Dasharath Stadium in Kathmandu on January 1, 2020. Similarly, Chief Ministers of all seven provinces inaugurated the Visit Year from their respective province on the same day.
Nepal has long been a popular destination for tourists, thanks to its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and friendly people. The year 2020 was set to be a particularly special one for Nepal, as the country was preparing to celebrate the “Visit Nepal Year 2020” campaign, with the goal of welcoming 2 million tourists to the country.
However, the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020 brought an unexpected halt to the tourism industry worldwide and Nepal was no exception. The Nepalese government had to take drastic measures to contain the spread of the virus, including shutting down its borders and implementing strict quarantine protocols for travellers.
As a result, the tourism industry in Nepal came to a standstill, with a significant drop in the number of tourists visiting the country. Many hotels, restaurants, and other tourism-related businesses had to shut down, leading to a major economic impact on the country.
Despite the challenges, Nepal has been working hard to adapt to the new reality and ensure the safety of its visitors. The Nepalese government has implemented a number of safety measures, such as mandatory COVID-19 testing for travellers and strict health protocols for hotels and restaurants.
Despite the pandemic, Nepal has not lost its appeal to tourists. As the world starts to recover from the pandemic, Nepal is beginning to see a gradual increase in the number of visitors. The tourism industry is slowly starting to recover, and the government is looking forward to welcoming visitors back to the country.
The Nepalese government has also been working to promote domestic tourism, encouraging residents to explore their own country and support local businesses. This has been a great opportunity for Nepalese people to discover the beauty of their own country and learn more about their own culture.
In conclusion, the year 2020 has been a challenging one for the tourism industry in Nepal, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Nepal is adapting to the new reality and working hard to ensure the safety of its visitors. The Nepalese government has implemented a number of safety measures, and the country is beginning to see a gradual increase in the number of visitors. Nepal is looking forward to welcoming visitors back to the country and promoting domestic tourism, as a way to support the local economy and culture.