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The flag of Nepal

The only national flag that is not a rectangle — it has two stacked triangles.

Quick facts

Capital
Kathmandu
Region
Southern Asia
Currency
Nepalese rupee
Population
29,618,118

The flag of Nepal is one of the most recognisable national symbols in Asia. The only national flag that is not a rectangle — it has two stacked triangles.

The flag of Nepal

The only national flag that is not a rectangle — it has two stacked triangles. A flag tells the story of a nation — its history, its values and its people.

Capital and location

Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, in Southern Asia, part of Asia.

Currency

The official currency of Nepal is the Nepalese rupee (NPR).

People

Nepal is home to around 29,618,118 people.

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