Entertainment
Nepal is a heady
mix, a fascinating land of ancient history,
vibrant cultures and people, bio-diversity and
scenic grandeur. From the magnificent snow-capped
peaks to the North, the lesser mountains and
midlands in the central region and the tropical
jungles and fertile plains to the south, Nepal
is a land that is largely defined by its geographical
features. Located between China and India, Nepal
also stands at the defining frontier of civilisation
in this part of the world, showing a true multi-cultural,
multi-ethnic amalgamation. Despite being wedged
between two giant neighbours and civilisations,
Nepal has produced a history and culture that
is vastly different and unique. People This
varied landscape has one of the richest cultural
landscapes. It has a population of roughly 22
million people. The heterogeneity is seen in
the multiplicity of ethnic and caste groups
who speak over 70 languages and dialects. Amazing
cultural diversity for such a small country.
The cultural heterogeneity is also linked to
the landscape and can be seen in the way that
different ethnic groups occupy parts of the
country. The Gurungs and Magars live mainly
in the western region, the Rais, Limbus and
Sunwars inhabit the slopes and valleys of the
eastern mid-hills while the Sherpas, Manangpas
and Lopas inhabit the higher Everest, Annapurna
and Mustang regions respectively. The Newars
constitute an important ethnic group of the
capital valley Kathmandu. The Terai has various
caste groups like the Tharus, Yadavas, Satar,
Rajvanshis and Dhimals. Brahmins, Chhetris and
Thakuris are generally spread out over all parts
of the kingdom. Landscape Nepal consists of
several physiographic regions or natural zones
- the four mountain ranges, the valleys located
between them and the plains to the south of
these ranges. The plains or flatlands in Nepal
consist of the Terai and the Bhabar. The Terai
forms the northernmost part of the fertile Gangetic
plain and extends into Nepal - a region that
is called the `granary' of Nepal, and a green
expanse of paddies, mango groves, bamboo thickets
and palm fringed villages. Between the plains
and the first foothills is a narrow expanse
of stony, shallow, immature soils called the
Bhabar. Due to its porosity and it is unfit
for agriculture.
CASINOS
Nights fall early on Kathmandu, but not on the
four casinos of Kathmandu where international
games like Blackjack, Baccarat, Pontoon, Roulette,
Flush, Beat the Dealer and Slot machines go
round the clock, seven days a week. The atmosphere
are one of stylish enjoyment and it is tempting
to linger. Even those visitors who have never
gambled before soon learn how to play. There
is no pressure. Charming Guest Relations Executives
are at your service no sooner than you enter
the casinos, and if you so wish, will take you
around to explain the various games. Or you
can simply wander around the casinos on your
own without feeling you/re being watched, and
enjoy the facilities laid out for your entertainment.
It/s a non-stop party. The facilities at all
the casinos are first class, yet the minimum
stake is quite low, so even novices can enjoy
themselves. The dealers are young and enjoy
their work. Waiters provide everything a guest
requires, including a light for a cigarette.
The casinos are perfect places to unwind during
a visit to Nepal whether you/ve flown in from
overseas for a few days or are in Kathmandu
for a few hours. Any time is Casino Time.
REFRESHMENT
AND DINING
The Casinos operate their own international
standard bar, making hot, cold, hard or soft
drinks available 24 hours a day. Along with
drinks, you`ll enjoy Indian, Chinese and Continental
dishes sold at very reasonable prices. Take
your snack or meal while you play at the gameside
tables, or in a quiet spot away from the action.
Enjoy a morning, afternoon, evening or late
night out at the Casinos - the only casinos
in the Indian subcontinent.
