Nepal Safe To Travel
Summary
Following the August 26 Bhotekoshi flash flood, Nepal is urging international travellers not to cancel their trips, saying most tourism destinations remain safe. Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister Khadak Raj Paudel and Israel’s Ambassador Shmulik Arie Bass have both appealed for visitors to continue coming and support local livelihoods.
Key Points
- The August 26 Bhotekoshi flash flood in Rasuwa sparked international concern and travel cancellations.
- Most of Nepal’s tourism destinations remain safe, with the affected areas limited to parts of Rasuwa and downstream districts.
- Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister Khadak Raj Paudel has urged tourists not to cancel their Nepal trips.
- Israel’s Ambassador to Nepal, Shmulik Arie Bass, also appealed to Israeli citizens to keep visiting Nepal.
