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Nepal Awarded 'Most Charming Tourism Destination' in Guangzhou; Bhairahawa Aims to Be Model Tourist City

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Nepal has been honored as the 'Most Charming Tourism Destination' at the Guangzhou International Tourism Fair in China, recognized for its natural beauty, spirituality, cultural diversity, and adventure attractions. Concurrently, Siddharthanagar Municipality Mayor Istiyak Ahmed Khan has pledged to develop Bhairahawa into a model tourist city through policy initiatives and programs.

  • Nepal's participation in the Guangzhou fair, coordinated by the Nepal Tourism Board, aimed to promote diverse tourism possibilities including cultural, religious, adventure, outdoor, and luxury travel.
  • Bhairahawa's development as a tourist hub is supported by tourism entrepreneurs and contractors, despite outstanding payments for completed work.
  • Participants suggested expanding domestic flights from Bhairahawa's Gautam Buddha International Airport to various parts of the country.
  • The Belhiya border crossing in Bhairahawa is a key entry point for third-country tourists, with numerous bus services operating from the area.
  • Nepal Airlines Corporation and China Southern Airlines currently operate direct flights between Kathmandu and Guangzhou.

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