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Nepal Neighboring Countries

Nepal is located in Southern Asia (Asia), with its capital in Kathmandu. The official language is Nepali. The currency is Nepalese rupee.

What are the neighboring countries of Nepal? Nepal shares land borders with 2 countries. These Nepal neighboring countries create a unique geographical position that places Nepal at an important crossroads, facilitating cultural exchange, trade, and diplomatic relations with its neighboring nations.

The Nepal neighboring countries are: China and India. Each of these countries has its own unique cultural heritage, language, and traditions, creating a diverse and dynamic border region.

Below you'll find detailed information about each neighboring country, including their capitals and an interactive map showing the geographical relationship between Nepal and its border countries. The map highlights Nepal in green and its neighboring countries in yellow for easy visualization.

Interactive Map of Countries Neighboring Nepal

Main Country (Green) Neighboring Countries (Yellow)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many countries border Nepal?

Nepal shares land borders with 2 countries.

What are the neighboring countries of Nepal?

The neighboring countries of Nepal are: China and India.

Which other countries in Asia have the same number of neighbors as Nepal?

Countries in Asia with 2 land borders: Bhutan, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates, Lebanon, Mongolia, Yemen, Kuwait.

Which countries in Asia have more neighbors than Nepal?

Countries in Asia with more than 2 land borders: Laos, Turkey, China, Turkmenistan, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Kyrgyzstan, Syria, Uzbekistan, Iran, and 19 more....

Which countries in Asia have fewer neighbors than Nepal?

Countries in Asia with fewer than 2 land borders: Sri Lanka, Japan, South Korea, Timor-Leste, Hong Kong, Brunei, Maldives, Bahrain, Singapore, Taiwan, and 3 more....

What are the capitals of countries bordering Nepal?

The capitals of countries bordering Nepal are:
  • China: Beijing
  • India: New Delhi

What are the country codes of Nepal's neighboring countries?

The ISO country codes of Nepal's neighbors are:
  • China: CN (ISO 2) / CHN (ISO 3)
  • India: IN (ISO 2) / IND (ISO 3)