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National Park, Rara National Park etc. The national parks and forest

of Nepal is rich in medicinal herbs.

Nepal is the birth place of Gautam

Buddha, the “Light of Asia”. It is the
matter of great pride for us because
Lumbini is the peerless landmark

for all the Buddhist pilgrimage of
the world.

Nepal is also called the country of
temples. We can see artistic temples Lumbini
and palaces in many parts of our

country. Some famous temples
of Nepal are Pashupatinath,

Manakamana, Ram-Janaki,
Swoyambhunath, Bouddhanath,
Changunarayan, Muktinath etc.

Similarly, the beautiful palaces of
Patan, Bhaktapur and Kathmandu Kathmandu Durbar Square
Durbar Square reflects our ancient art and architectures. All these

things depict our history, art and culture. The new generations can
learn lots of things from it. They are the identity and pride of our
country. So we must preserve these national heritages.

KEY WORDS
Artistic : having natural creative skills

Dazzling : very bright
Heritage : valued objects and qualities

Landmark : an object or a feature of a landscape which is recognizable
Unique : being the only one of its kind

Note to the Teacher: Discuss with the student by introducing important natural and historical things
found in our country and make them feel proud of being a Nepali. Tell the importance and ways to
preserve such things.
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