Chitwan, Nepal
Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal
A popular tourist destination in Nepal, known for its unique attractions and atmosphere.
📖 About Chitwan
Chitwan District is one of seventy-seven districts of Nepal, and takes up the southwestern corner of Bagmati Province.
Bharatpur, largest city of Nepal after Kathmandu, is its administrative centre.
It covers 2,238.39 km2 (864.25 sq mi), and in 2011 had a population of 579,984 people. Bharatpur is the commercial and service centre of South Central Nepal and a major destination for higher education, health care and transportation in the region. Chitwan lies in the Terai region of Nepal. It is in the drainage basin of the Gandaki River and is roughly triangular, taking that river as its meandering northwestern border, and a modest watershed border, with India, as the basis of its southern limit. Local government: Bharatpur Metropolitan, Rapti Municipality, Ratnanagar Municipality, Kalika Municipality, Khairahani Municipality, Madi Municipality, Ikshyakamana Gaupalika
Trip Settings
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Total Budget
$1,274
$91 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers
Accommodation
$50 per night
Food & Dining
$20 per day
Local Transport
$8 per day
Entertainment
Budget Tips for Chitwan
- Research local customs before traveling
- Compare prices online before booking
- Local food is usually cheaper and more authentic
- Public transportation saves money over taxis
Nepal Facts
🏛️ Capital
Kathmandu
🌍 Continent
Asia
📐 Area
147,181 km²
📞 Phone Code
+977
💰 Currency
Nepalese rupee
₨ (NPR)
🗺️ Region
Southern Asia
🗣️ Languages Spoken:
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