Standing Tall Again in Nepal

   10.03.2026    Updated: Amrit Singh

Nepal was selected as one of Wanderlust’s Good to Go List 26 Top Destinations for 2026, and for good reason. You will struggle to find a people more resilient than the Nepalese, whose courage in the face of adversity has been fiercely tested in recent years.

Wanderlust's new online feature discusses a country in the midst of remaking itself - as editor-in-chief George Kipouros writes of his time exploring Nepal with TransIndus MD, Amrit Singh. Read about the grandeur and restoration of Durbar Square, the awe inspiring Himalayan landscapes, the forbidden kingdoms of Upper Mustang and more helpful tips to help you plan an adventure to Nepal.

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How Nepal is resurging for 2026 and beyond

A decade after the devastating 2015 Nepal earthquakes, last year’s “Gen Z” protests triggered major political upheaval as thousands took to the streets to demand action against corruption, ultimately toppling the government. With many of those young demonstrators now standing for office ahead of elections in March, the country is experiencing a broader cultural reset. The moment feels particularly symbolic as 2026 marks 75 years since Nepal first opened its borders to foreign visitors.

With optimism returning, now is an ideal time to rediscover the country. In Kathmandu, almost all of the city’s UNESCO-listed temples have now been restored, while the 19th-century Dharahara Tower — reduced to a stump by the earthquakes — has been rebuilt and reopened in late 2024. Although the clean-up following last year’s protests continues, hope is returning to a city known for its resilience and creativity.

Beyond the capital, trekking routes have reopened and rural villages — rebuilt with determination after the earthquakes — are once again welcoming hikers. Travelling to remote communities such as the Tsum Valley and Langtang Valley helps support areas that were particularly affected when visitor numbers dropped by around 30% following the protests.

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