Nepal tourist arrivals rise 3.4pc in October
The United States was the
largest source market, accounting for 17,437 arrivals, or 13.13 percent of the
total. India ranked second with 12,097 visitors, representing 9.11 percent,
followed by China with 11,695, or 8.81 percent.
The United Kingdom and
Australia also remained significant markets, contributing 9,385 and 9,352
visitors, respectively. Each accounted for just over 7 percent of total
arrivals.
European countries
collectively supplied the largest regional share, representing 30.02 percent of
visitors. Other Asian markets accounted for 20.36 percent, while arrivals from
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) countries made up
18.11 percent.
The Americas contributed
16.01 percent of the total, followed by Oceania at 7.64 percent. Smaller shares
came from other international markets, the Middle East and Africa, at 5.78 percent,
1.76 percent and 0.32 percent, respectively.
October is a key month
for Nepal's tourism industry, attracting visitors for trekking, mountaineering
and cultural experiences. The NTB said the latest figures reflected continued
international interest in the country's natural attractions, heritage and
adventure tourism opportunities.
