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A Journey To Katmandu, The Capital Of Nepal

A Journey To Katmandu, The Capital Of Nepal

Laurence Oliphant

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781436735049
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''A Journey to Katmandu, the Capital of Nepal: With the Camp of Jung Bahadoor; Including a Sketch of the Nepalese Ambassador at Home'' is a travelogue written by Laurence Oliphant in 1852. The book is a detailed account of Oliphant’s journey to Katmandu, the capital of Nepal, where he accompanied Jung Bahadoor, a Nepalese nobleman and statesman. The book provides a fascinating insight into the culture, customs, and traditions of Nepal during the mid-19th century. Oliphant’s journey takes him through the rugged terrain of the Himalayas, where he encounters various challenges and obstacles. Along the way, he meets a diverse range of people, including Nepalese peasants, soldiers, and aristocrats. The book also includes a sketch of the Nepalese ambassador at home, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into the lives of the Nepalese elite. Overall, ''A Journey to Katmandu'' is an engaging and informative travelogue that offers a unique perspective on Nepal during a time of great change and transformation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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