Nepalese Ambassador to Bangladesh Ghanshyam Bhandari on Friday highlighted Nepal’s growing appeal among Bangladeshi travellers, citing its unique blend of natural beauty, cultural richness and adventure opportunities.
Describing tourism and people-to-people exchanges between Bangladesh and Nepal as a celebration of shared heritage and friendship, he urged tour and travel entrepreneurs to deepen B2B ties and contribute further to strengthening bilateral relations.
The Embassy of Nepal and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) jointly organised the ‘Nepal-Bangladesh Tourism Meet’ under the theme Neighbourly Nepal: Land of Lifetime Experiences.
Rohini Prasad Khanal, officiating director at the NTB, delivered a comprehensive presentation showcasing Nepal’s diverse tourism offerings, from thrilling adventures like trekking, mountaineering, paragliding, and bungee jumping, to serene experiences such as spiritual retreats and wellness escapes.
He also highlighted emerging segments like medical tourism.
He noted that Nepal invites Bangladeshi people not just to visit, but to truly feel and connect and to return home with stories that last a lifetime.
Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism of Bangladesh, AKM Moniruzzaman, emphasized the role of travel and tourism in consolidating Nepal-Bangladesh relations.
He stressed the need to develop joint tourism packages, positioning the two countries as complementary destinations for both regional and international travellers.
In her welcome remarks, Deputy Chief of Mission Lalita Silwal said the event reflected Nepal’s firm commitment to deepening tourism cooperation with Bangladesh and unlocking the full potential of the sector.
