Affectionately referred to as the “Roof of the World,” Tibet is a popular tour destination on the Himalayas. Set in the midst of majestic Himalayan heights and strewn with peaceful Buddhist gompas, Tibet is the perfect holiday destination. Enjoy shopping in Tibet though make sure not to buy too much jewelry or artifacts as one is not allowed to take too many ethnic objects out of Tibet.

Kathmandu has been the center of Nepal's history, art, culture and economy. It has a multiethnic population within a Hindu and Buddhist majority. Religious and cultural festivities form a major part of the lives of people residing in Kathmandu. Tourism is an important part of the economy as the city is the gateway to the Nepalese Himalayas. There are also seven casinos in the city.