Newsgroup: it.hobby.viaggi
Titolo: NEPAL avviso di sicurezza

Still Current at: 24 September 2002  
Updated: 24 September 2002  
 
 Nepal 
 
SUMMARY
The state of emergency first declared in November 2001 has lapsed.
There is some uncertainty at this time whether or not it will be
reimposed. Maoists resumed violent attacks against the Government of
Nepal over the weekend of 7/8 September. There has been increased
Maoist activity in Kathmandu, with bombs being detonated within the
city. We are not advising against travel to Nepal. However, the danger
of being in the wrong place at the wrong time is always present and
the situation could deteriorate quickly. British nationals planning to
travel to Nepal should monitor events carefully. The FCO Website will
be updated regularly with the latest security and travel information.
Additional information can be found at the British Embassy’s own
website at 
wwww.britain.gov.np
 
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Since November 2001, Maoist violence has taken place throughout the
country often causing widespread disruption. There have been nation
wide bomb attacks and ambushes on the Police and security forces. The
Maoists have attacked infrastructural targets including,
telecommunications, utility supplies and bridges. The few months of
the monsoon saw a significant reduction in the levels of violence but
over the weekend of 7/8 September bloody and devastating attacks took
place against the security forces at Sindhuli, southeast of Kathmandu
and Arghakhachi in the mid-west. Both of these attacks took place away
from normal trekking routes.
In the last few weeks there have been daily bomb incidents in
Kathmandu. Bomb attacks have been made against government
establishments, in the central shopping district of Kathmandu and
Patan, an important site of Hindu worship and a major tourist
attraction. Should British nationals find themselves near the scene of
a recently exploded device, we strongly advise that they move away
from the area quickly and resist being drawn to view the incidents.
There have been indications that Maoists may target security forces
manning cordon points around such incidents and where spectators often
gather. Although Thamel, the main tourist hub in Kathmandu has not
been affected by bombing tourists should remain alert at all times.
An unofficial curfew remains in force in Kathmandu, including Thamel.
Bars and restaurants tend to close well before midnight. British
nationals are urged to heed requests by the authorities and promptly
vacate bars and restaurants when requested.
Because the Maoists have previously targeted telecommunications,
trekkers must be aware that if they encounter problems of ill health
or have a serious accident it may be difficult to obtain rapid
helicopter evacuation.
Night time curfews continue to be declared in a number of towns and
districts at short notice. Army and Police checkpoints are frequently
encountered, including in the capital, resulting in extended journey
times.
Despite these problems, tourists have for the most part continued to
holiday in Nepal without too much difficulty. However, between 15 – 18
April three foreign climbing groups (Swiss, U.S, and Spanish) were
held at gunpoint by armed Maoists on the way to Makalu base camp and
robbed of cash. Violence was not used during robbery but the threat
was evident. There have also been isolated incidents of travellers
being robbed by brigands posing as Maoists, although such incidents
are rare. Travellers should, however, give due caution to petty crime.
Trekkers must remain on established routes, in groups (do not trek
alone), and with reputable trekking agencies. All British nationals
must remain vigilant at all times. Crowds and gatherings, wherever
encountered, and travel at night time should all be avoided. No area
can be regarded as completely safe; it cannot be ruled out that
British nationals could inadvertently be caught up in the violence.
ROAD SAFETY
Traffic in Nepal drives on the left as in the UK. The general standard
of driving throughout the country is poor, badly regulated and in the
Kathmandu valley, roads are very congested. Many drivers are neither
properly licensed, trained nor insured and vehicles are poorly
maintained. Outside of central Kathmandu pedestrian footpaths are
mostly non-existent and motorists do not yield right of way to
pedestrians.
Bus travel is particular hazardous, multiple fatality accidents are
common. British tourists are advised to avoid travel on overnight
buses.
Road conditions are generally poor and difficult even in the best of
conditions. During the monsoon (June to September), many roads outside
the Kathmandu valley are prone to landslides and become impassable.
 
 
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 or from the Royal Nepalese Embassy in London. Visitors wishing
to stay more than 60 days can extend visas by up to 30 days by
applying to the Nepalese Department of Immigration at Bhrikuti Mandap
(adjacent to the Tourism Development Board and opposite City Hall)
Tel: +977 1 222453 or 223590; Fax: +977 1 223127.
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. For further information
visitors should check with the Royal Nepalese Embassy, 12A, Kensington
Palace Gardens, London, W8 4QU (Tel: 020 7229 1594/6231/5352; Fax: 020
7792 98610) Website at 
http://www.nepembassy.org.uk/
GENERAL
Travellers should take out full insurance cover for medical treatment,
accidents and evacuation by helicopter (presently costing between
$1,000 (US Dollars) and $1,800 (US Dollars) per flying hour). It is
advisable to have cover for unexpected losses such as cancelled
flights, stolen/lost cash, cards, passport, luggage and any loss
damage or liability resulting from terrorist action
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 city. We are not advising against travel to Nepal.
 
 
Ragazzi... stando così le cose, voi ci andreste in viaggio in Nepal?
Ho bisogno di un consiglio!
Grazie :)))
Marcella
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Credo che nessuno si possa prendere la briga di dirti si o no.
Dal punto di vista "legale" credo ci sia una assunzione di responsabilità.
Ad ogni modo ti consiglio di leggere tutto il comunicato inglese:
http://www.fco.gov.uk/servlet/Front?pagename=OpenMarket/Xcelerate/ShowPage&c
=Page&cid=1007029390590&a=KCountryAdvice&aid=1013618386271
Se non riesci ad aprire tutto il link devi incollarlo in due volte nella
barra degli indirizzi.
Puoi anche aprirlo da qui:
http://www.aazanskar.org/cs/news/NPnews.asp?id=542
Gli amici che tornano da KTM dicono tutti "che bella KTM senza turisti... "
Dipende sempre da dove vai in Nepal e, come dice il Forein Office "the
danger of being in the wrong place at the wrong time"
Marco
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