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Titolo: NEPAL Avviso di sicurezza

Nepal
Last Updated: 04 June 2001
Still Current at: 04 June 2001
WE ADVISE AGAINST ALL HOLIDAY AND OTHER NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TO
KATHMANDU.
FOLLOWING THE FUNERALS ON 2 JUNE OF KING BIRENDRA AND OTHER MEMBERS OF
THE ROYAL FAMILY, AND THE SUBSEQUENT DEATH ON 4 JUNE OF KING DIPENDRA,
PUBLIC DEMONSTRATIONS HAVE OCCURRED AND BECOME VIOLENT. A CURFEW HAS
BEEN DECLARED IN KATHMANDU VALLEY. THE POLICE ARE NOT ALLOWING ANY
TRAFFIC IN OR OUT OF KATHMANDU, INCLUDING TOURIST BUSES. TRAVEL TO AND
FROM THE AIRPORT IS ALSO BEING BLOCKED.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
There have been robberies associated with the Maoist People’s War.
Several incidents took place in 2000; a number involved British
tourists. In a December 2000 incident involving a mixed nationality
group, unidentified persons claiming to be Maoists entered the camp
during the night seeking money. Previous incidents have taken on the
Karnali River, on a trekking route north of Jiri, at a hotel on the
outskirts of Pokhara and in the Dolakha. There was no violence against
foreign nationals in these incidents.
British nationals are strongly advised not to trek alone in Nepal.
Following the murder in 2000 of a lone British trekker, this is
particularly so in Rasuwa (Langtang). Guides should accompany parties
trekking away from the regular routes.
Pickpockets are becoming more active in the main tourist areas of
Kathmandu. Travellers are advised to keep their passport, and
valuables secure, preferably in a money belt strapped to their body.
TERRORISM
Maoists, who are present in most areas of Nepal, have in recent
months, significantly escalated their campaign of violence against
Government targets. There have been lethal attacks on police posts in
Dading, Palpa, Rukum, Dolakha and Dailekh districts. There have also
been a number of bomb attacks in Kathmandu and Pokhara also aimed at
government targets. These incidents are in addition to attacks earlier
reported at Rolpa, Rukum, Jajarkot, Dolpa and Salyan. Violent
incidents have also occurred in other districts including Dang,
Sindupalchok, Gorka, Sinduli, Ramechap and Kavrepalanchok. 
While it is likely that attacks of this kind will continue, there
remains no credible evidence that foreign tourists are a target for
violent attacks by Maoist groups. British citizens must, however,
exercise caution when trekking in remote areas of the country. They
should ensure that their trekking agency has checked on the security
situation in the trekking area and check with local police stations on
their routes to ensure routes remain safe. Agencies should ensure
there are no restricted areas on the intended route. British citizens
concerned about the violence are encouraged to contact the British
Embassy in Kathmandu for advice. They should also follow closely
changes to the Embassy’s security advice on the website.
The hijacking on 24 December 1999 of Indian Airlines flight IC814 from
Kathmandu to New Delhi underlined the ever-present threat of
international terrorism. The Nepalese authorities have improved
airport security. Terrorist acts of a regional nature remain a
possibility.
Additionally, we believe that Nepal is one of a number of countries
where there is an increased threat to British interests from global
terrorism.
For regular updated security advice please check our website at
www.britain.gov.np
LOCAL LAWS AND CUSTOMS
Visitors should not become involved with drugs. Possession of very
small quantities will almost certainly lead to imprisonment.
Visitors are advised to respect local customs. Women should avoid
inappropriate clothing in public places (shorts, sleeveless tops etc).
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Single entry tourist visas can be obtained from the entry points of
Nepal
Entry to Nepal may be refused, and airlines may not carry passengers
holding passports with less than six months validity. Overstaying
without authority is serious and visitors can be detained or refused
permission to leave until a fine is paid. 
HEALTH
Medical treatment is expensive at Western travellers' clinics.
Healthcare is poor in most places outside the Kathmandu Valley and
Pokhara. For medical and inoculations advice, contact your GP before
travel. The Department of Health's website provides travel health
information for people travelling abroad from the UK. The site advises
on health risks and how to avoid them.
NATURAL DISASTERS
Landslides affects Nepal during the monsoon (July-September), and
flooding may occur. Both can disrupt travel. Nepal is an earthquake
zone. No major earthquake has struck Nepal since 1934, though a
significant quake is believed due soon.
GENERAL
Travellers should take out full insurance cover for medical treatment,
accidents and evacuation by helicopter (presently costing between
US$1,000 and US$1,500 per flying hour). It is advisable to have cover
for unexpected losses such as cancelled flights, stolen/lost cash,
cards, passport or luggage.
Travellers whose journey will involve overflight of Afghanistan should
be aware that there is a minimal threat from military activity in
parts of Afghanistan. Nearly all international airlines flying to and
from Asia and beyond overfly Afghanistan and there have been no
security incidents. Regular monitoring of the security situation takes
place to ensure safety remains paramount.
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Nepal - Public Announcement
June 4, 2001
The Department of State strongly recommends that American citizens
defer
travel to Nepal.  The situation in Kathmandu and elsewhere in Nepal is
unstable following the death on June 1 of King Birendra and several
other
members of the royal family and the succession of a new king, King
Gyanendra.  Demonstrators have disrupted vehicular transportation at
various
locations in the Kathmandu Valley, making travel, including between
the
airport and hotels and guest houses, very difficult, if not
impossible.
Police have fired tear gas into crowds and a temporary curfew has been
imposed in the metropolitan Kathmandu area.  American citizens now in
Kathmandu are advised to stay indoors and to monitor the situation
closely
before venturing outdoors, even after the curfew is lifted.
Commercial and
government services throughout Nepal have been disrupted.  The
unstable
situation may continue at least through the unofficial period of
mourning,
which traditionally lasts 45 days.  American citizens are reminded to
be
sensitive to local culture.  American citizens throughout Nepal are
advised
to avoid large crowds and demonstrations.
For further information on travel to Nepal, please consult the
Department of
State's latest Consular Information Sheet on Nepal at
http://travel.state.gov
 and the American Embassy in Nepal's home page
at
http://www.south-asia.com/USA
.
This Public Announcement expires September 4, 2001.
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http://travel.state.gov/travel_warnings.html
 for
State Department Travel Warnings
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