Foreign tourists are staying longer, but spending less in Nepal

Average tourist stay hit a record 16.34 days in 2025, but daily spending fell to $33.09, the second-lowest on record. Hoteliers blame weak transport safety, price wars and political disruptions for keeping high-value travellers away despite a boom in luxury hospitality.

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Who will save libraries?

The closure of a historic public library reveals Nepal’s low priority for institutions that foster learning.

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