everest build 2010 - volunteer manual

VOLUNTEER HANDBOOK - NEPAL

EVEREST BUILD

2010

EVEREST BUILD 2010VOLUNTEER HANDBOOK - NEPAL

Habitat for Humanity - NepalGPO Box 240374th Floor, Sagaramatha ComplexNaxalKathmanduNepal

Phone: +977 14432801Fax: +977 14432949E-mail: [email protected]

Everest Build 2010Volunteer Handbook - Nepal

Table of Contents

IntroductionLetter from the Country Representative 5 Everest Build 2010 6Habitat for Humanity International – Nepal 7 Habitat for Humanity International 7Mission statement 8 Mission Principles 8Gift giving policy 8

General informationNepal 9Pokhara 11Geography 11Time zone 11Climate 11Flora and Fauna 12Population 12Culture 13Religion 13Language 14Safety and security 15Banking and currency exchange 15Currency 16Shopping 16Taxes and tipping 16Communications 16Electricity and power supply 16News 16When in Nepal 17Schedule 18

Before you goTravel 19Passport 19Medical Insurance 19Immunizations and health precautions 19 What to bring 20

After you arriveAirport procedure 21Transportation to and from Pokhara 21Accommodation 22

Exploring Nepal 24Useful Nepali expressions 27Embassies and consulates in Nepal 29

Mount EvErEst Photo: terry Brewer

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IntroductionDear Volunteer,

Welcome to the land of Mt. Everest and scenic Pokhara, the site for Everest Build 2010. I would like to personally thank you for your interest and participation in this exciting and important six-day “blitz build” event. Everest Build 2010 kicks off a two-year project committed to enabling five thousand families to live in decent shelter and reducing poverty housing in Nepal. Additionally, this launches a program to eliminate poverty housing within the next five years, around the municipal area of Leknath, Pokhara . Thanks also for joining us in Habitat for Humanity’s larger mission to build “A world where everyone has a decent place to live”. Your time, talents and resources will go a long way towards transforming families and communities in Nepal. As much as we have enjoyed putting this event together, we hope you will also enjoy what may be one of the most profound experiences in your life. Not only will needy families be blessed with a house, but also I earnestly believe that you will also receive many blessings.

HFH Nepal projects go well beyond building houses. They create an environment conducive to a stable home life, a secure feeling, and a consistent place where families can think and grow and shape a brighter future for themselves and their community.

Have fun, work safe and enjoy the beauty of Nepal!

Yours sincerely,

Aruna Paul SimittrarachchiRegional Program Advisor/Country Representative

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Everest Build 2010

Everest Build 2010 has brought together hundreds of volunteers from all over the world to symbolically shine a light on the scourge of substandard housing and to physically demonstrate what can be accomplished when families, communities and nations come together in an effort to build a future where every man, woman and child has a decent place to live. Everest Build 2010 will focus on completing at least 50 houses this week. Each 30 sq. meter “Everest Build” house will have a small bedroom, living room, kitchen and exterior toilet. Volunteers and home partners will be constructing houses made of prefabricated, treated bamboo with galvanized, corrugated-metal roofs. Habitat for Humanity International – Nepal (HFHI-N) is a strong supporter of preserving the natural environment and actively promotes the development and use of the sustainable building materials that will be incorporated into all 50 houses.


Habitat for Humanity International-Nepal

HFHI-N brings together corporations, individuals and partner organizations to build homes with Nepalese families in need. HFHI-N was established in 1997 to address the lack of decent and affordable housing in Nepal. Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) initiated its Nepal program by serving 829 families in seven districts within the first seven years. Following a transition to a new model in 2005, HFHI-N has now served more than 5,800 families. Currently, HFHI-N is assisting four families per day and hopes to reach an additional 5,000 families in the next two years.

Habitat families enroll in housing microfinance schemes to save money and contribute sweat equity (work hours) to build their houses. HFHI-N not only helps families and communities, it is also works to protect the environment by constructing 70% of its eco-friendly houses with versatile, strong and renewable bamboo.

Habitat for Humanity International

HFHI is a non-profit ecumenical Christian housing ministry dedicated to eliminating poverty housing and homelessness and making decent shelter a matter of conscience and action. Since its founding in 1976, HFHI has built and renovated more than 350,000 houses with families in need, becoming a true world leader in addressing the issue of poverty housing. More than 1.75 million people have safe, decent, affordable homes because of HFHI programs. For more information visit www.habitat.org

construction of BaMBoo HousEs in jHaPa Photos: terry Brewer


Mission statementHFHI’s mission is to work in partnership with

God and people every where, from all walks of life, to develop communities with God’s people in need by building and renovating houses so that there are decent communities in which to live and grow into all that God intended.

Mission Principles

In all that we do in pursuing the mission of Habitat for Humanity, we pledge to:

Demonstrate the love and teachings of Jesus Christ.

Advocate on behalf of those in need of decent shelter.

Focus on shelter by building and renovating simple, decent, affordable houses.

Engage broad community through inclusive

leadership and diverse partnerships. Promote dignity through full partnership

with Habitat homeowners and future home partners.

Promote transformational and sustainable community development.

Gift giving policy

All donations and gifts must be channeled through Habitat for Humanity International and not given directly to the community. Foreigners are often seen as being wealthy and a potential source of direct assistance. If someone asking for money approaches you, gifts or favors your reply should be:

“Please ask the Everest Build Coordinator or the Habitat for Humanity – Nepal staff because all such requests must be done through them. I am not allowed to make such commitments!”

a coMPlEtEd HousE in jHaPa district Photo: terry Brewer


General Information

NepalHome to majestic Mt. Everest and the awe-

inspiring Himalayas, Nepal is a country with deep cultural and religious traditions stretching back more than 26 centuries. The birthplace of Prince Siddhartha Gautama, the legendary Buddha, the country today is primarily rural and Hindu.Nepal is one of the poorest countries in the world where nearly one quarter of its people survive on less than US $1 per day and 31% live

below the poverty line. Agriculture provides a livelihood for three-fourths of the population and accounts for 38% of GDP.

Industry is primarily agriculture related, processing the main food crops, rice and wheat, and other farm products including pulses, jute, sugarcane, tobacco, and grain. Only about 20% of the land is suitable for cultivation. Surplus food crops grown in the Terai region helps supply the food-deficient hill areas.

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economic reforms to encourage tourism, trade and foreign investments, especially in the hydropower energy sector.

Life can be hard especially for the majority who rely on agriculture for a living. Floods, landslides and earthquakes are a persistent threat to homes, fields and livestock. A lack of employment opportunities and the resultant poverty has led to a steady flow of job seekers to Kathmandu, and other cities. A decade-long insurgency also uprooted people from villages in search of safety.

Migration and urban growth have resulted in a housing shortage, crowded living spaces and an increase in substandard housing. Such poorly built structures – usually with straw walls and thatched roofs – result in thousands of families losing their homes to fire every year and also lack clean water, adequate sanitation and electricity.

a sHErPa woMan Photo: terry Brewer


PokharaScenic Pokhara is Nepal’s third largest city,

with a population of 200,000. The resort town is nestled in a picturesque valley dominated by the beautiful Fewa Lake, lying at the foot of the spectacular Annapurna Massif. Pokhara is a natural base for mountaineering, trekking, mountain biking, caving, rafting, paragliding and other outdoor activities and boasts an international mountaineering museum.

Geography

Nepal is a small, landlocked country surrounded by India (east, west, south) and China (north). Nepal’s 145,000 square kilometers are divided into three physiographic areas: Terai Region, Hill Region, and Mountain Region. These regions are defined by parallel east – west ecological belts that delineate sectors within the framework of regional development planning by the government.

Pokhara lies in the northwest corner of a valley that is a continuation of the SetiGandaki Valley. The Seti River and its tributaries have dug impressive canyons into the earth that are visible from surrounding vantage points. Unlike any other place in the world, the terrain rises dramatically from under 1000m to over 8000m within 30km. The skyline is dominated by the picturesque Mt. Machhapuchhare (fishtail) and the 8000m peaks of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu. The project site is in Leknath, a municipality east of Pokhara.

Time zoneStandard Time Zone: UTC/GMT +5:45 hours

ClimateThe weather is generally predictable and

pleasant in Nepal. The monsoon season runs approximately from late June to early September. Situated 800 meters above sea level, autumn and winter months in Pokhara are mild. Summer temperatures average 25 to 35 degrees Celsius and winter temperatures average 5 to 15 degree Celsius. Pokhara receives the highest amount of rainfall in the country (over 4000 millimeters per year).

PokHara Photo: terry Brewer


Flora and faunaFrom the steamy jungles in the Terai to the

snowbound peaks of the Himalayas, Nepal is rich with flora and fauna unsurpassed anywhere in South Asia. Within Nepal’s topographical extremes, ecological zones range from tropical to arctic: reatsal and sissau forests in the lowlands give way to oak, pine and rhododendron at intermediate altitudes, birch, fir, larch and hemlock at higher altitudes and finally to barren tundra, snow and ice above tree line.

High desert conditions also exist in rain shadow areas within the trans-Himalayan

region. The rolling, densely forested hills and broad Dun valleys of the Terai, along with other parts of the country once renowned for ecological diversity, however, are being depleted as a result of over population, deforestation, poaching and other causes.

PopulationAccording to the 2001 census, the total

population of Nepal was 23,151,423. The projected total population by 2009 was 27,504,280. The average family consisted of 5.44 members, and life expectancy was 63.3 years.

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Culture

The rich cultural heritage of Nepal has evolved over the centuries, at different altitudes, into today’s mosaic of ethnic, tribal, and social groups, each expressing their respective traditional music and dance, arts and crafts, folklore, language, literature, philosophy, religion, festivals, food and drink in a unique fashion. Because of this diversity, citizens celebrate a multitude of religious and cultural festivals. The plethora of magnificent ancient and contemporary temples throughout the country is evidence of a highly developed artistic heritage. The three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley are historical examples of the fine craftsmanship still practiced today.

The typical meal consists of daalbhat (lentil soup and cooked rice) with tarkari (vegetable curry), which is usually consumed twice daily, mid-morning and shortly after sunset. Daalbhat can vary from a simple dish to an elaborate meal served with various curries, greens and sweets. Traditionally, Nepali food is not as spicy as Indian food. Newari culture includes its own variation of daalBhat that is served with chiura (dry beaten rice) and a variety of spicy side dishes.

A typical mid-day snack is chiura/baji

served with tea. Meat, eggs, and fish are common menu items except for beef, which is considered sacred in the Hindu religion. Steamed or fried momos (dumplings) are a popular meal or snack.

Most Nepalis prefer to take food with their right hand, though spoons, forks, and knives are usually readily available. Chiya (milk tea) is enjoyed throughout the day as well as coffee, however the latter is usually the instant variety. Espresso and gourmet brewed coffee is available in many upscale coffee shops and restaurants. Rakshi is traditional Nepali homemade distilled liquor made from rice or millet. Soft drinks (Coke, Pepsi, Fanta, Sprite) and fruit juices are readily available. In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you can find almost any international cuisine imaginable; from Middle-eastern to Mexican, steaks to curries, that can be surprisingly authentic. Your HFHI-N hosts will help to satisfy your personal preferences and meet any special dietary requirements.

Religion

Evidence of Hinduism and Buddhism in Nepal dates back more than two millennia:

ManEY - BuddHist PraYEr wHEEls Photo: terry Brewer


Lumbini is the birthplace of Buddha; Pashupatinath temple in Kathmandu, an old and famous temple of Lord Shiva, is considered one of the holiest places for Hindus to be cremated.

In addition to the many Hindu and Buddhist religious sites are places of worship for a variety religious groups. According to the 2001 census, Nepal’s population was 80.6 percent Hindu, 10.7 percent Buddhist, 4.2 percent Muslim, 3.6 percent Kirat (an indigenous religion with Hindu influence), 0.45 percent Christian, and 0.4 percent classified as other (such as Bön).

Language

With 36 different ethnic groups and some 123 spoken languages, Nepal is truly a multi-linguistic nation. Languages belonging to Indo-Aryan, Sino-Tibetan, Austro-Asiatic and Dravidian families are still spoken. The official national language of Nepal is Nepali. It is quite easy to get by with just English; however, it is helpful to learn a little bit of Nepali. A list of useful Nepali words and phrases has been provided in this arrival pack.

a tYPical Hindu fEstival dEcoration Photo: terry Brewer


Safety and securityTraveling in Nepal is relatively safe,

however, there are certain nuisances and hazards tourists need to be aware of. Some visitors find the persistence touts from people selling souvenirs and other items, including illegal substances, to be annoying. Visitors are advised to buy products from established shops and never take a tour with someone they meet on the street. Although taxis are required to have a meter, drivers resist using them, so be sure to agree on a price before getting in. Single women sometimes attract unwanted attention though few have been physically threatened or harmed. Women should dress conservatively and avoid walking alone, especially at night.

Make a photocopy of your passport and keep it in a separate place from the original, preferably on your person, so you wont risk losing the original by carrying it around all the time. Keep your passport and other valuables stored in the hotel safety deposit box. Do not bring items with any significant monetary and/or sentimental value.

Ask your hotel clerk to call for taxis or arrange other transportation needs.

Banking and currency exchange

Banks and ATM machines have made it easier to use international credit and debit cards to withdraw cash. Credit cards can be used in place of cash at most major commercial banks, larger hotels, a few shops and some restaurants in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Visa and Mastercard being the most widely accepted. ATMs are available at many locations for cash withdrawals (Nepalese Rupees only). Most Nepalese banks are open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday through Friday but subject to change based on location, day of the week, load shedding (power outages) and frequent national holidays, especially during the month of October, so always plan ahead. ATM machines are unreliable at this time too despite being peak tourist season. Licensed money exchangers are usually open for 12 hours a day making it easier to exchange your money for a fee.

Although credit and debit cards are faster and more convenient, traveler’s cheques are also accepted. To avoid additional exchange

sign disPlaYEd outsidE a tour agEncY Photo: terry Brewer


rate charges, visitors are advised to take traveler’s cheques in US Dollars. Traveler’s cheques can be difficult to exchange outside Kathmandu.

CurrencyNepalese Rupee (NPR) in denominations of

1000, 500, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1.

ShoppingShopping is fun and exciting in Kathmandu

and Pokhara where you will find numerous interesting shops catering to locals and tourists alike. Be sure to ask for a discount to get the bargaining going in your favor.

In areas like Thamel in Kathmandu, you will find shops bursting with stunning jewelry, beautiful statues, colorful clothing, rugged outdoor gear and traditional Nepalese handicrafts. In Bhaktapur, you can purchase clay pottery inside shops created by the artisans you are likely to see outside perfecting their craft.

The traditional craftsman’s colony of Patan is also a famous shopping destination for Nepalese handicraft enthusiasts. Note: Antiques replicas require special permission granted by the Department of Archeology before they can be taken out of the country.

Along Pokhara’s Lakeside and Damside, shopping is a relaxing outdoor activity. Laid back shopkeepers offer a welcome change from the hard-driving sales tactics employed in Kathmandu, even if the prices and selections don’t quite compare.

Specialties include batiks, wooden flasks, hand-knitted woolen sweaters and socks, dolls in ethnic dress and fossil-bearing shaligram stones from the nearby Kali Gandaki River.

Taxes and tipping

A 13% sales tax or VAT (value-added tax) is added to most purchases and an additional 10% service charge (gratuity) is added in most

restaurants. Additional tipping is not usually expected and can confuse less savvy waiters and cashiers.

Communications

Nepal Telecommunication Corporation (the phone company) provides ISD, STD, telex, fax and telegraph services. Private communication centers and some hotels offer ISD, STD, Internet calling, email and fax services. International Code for Nepal is 977. To make an international call from Nepal, dial 00 + the country code + the area code + the telephone number.

Cell phone SIM cards are available and Internet facilities are common. These services are limited outside of urban areas.

Electricity and power supply

Major towns in Nepal have electricity, however, load shedding (outages) can limit power to only eight hours total per day. Most of the major urban hotels, shops and restaurants have back-up power systems. Electricity – when available – in rural areas is ironically more reliable because it is usually being generated by local hydropower and/or solar systems.

Electricity is 220V/50 cycles. 120V appliances manufactured for use in the USA may need a transformer, so check with the manufacturer and abide by their recommendations. Electric supply (female) sockets in Nepal usually accept only round (male) pins like those found on appliances manufactured by commonwealth countries. Socket adaptors are available in most street-side electric shops.

News

English-language newspapers in Nepal include: Nepali Times, Republica, Kathmandu Post, Himalayan Times, Rising Nepal.


When in NepalNepal heartily welcomes all of its valued visitors. When trekking

in the countryside or exploring towns and villages, we suggest that you treat the land and its people with care and respect. Below are some tips on how to keep the environment clean and show appreciation for age-old cultural traditions and religious beliefs that can be astonishing and surprising for newcomers. Therefore, please consider these tips:

Set a good example by not littering and refusing plastic shopping bags when possible.

Avoid buying water in plastic bottles by treating your own and carrying a reusable water bottle.

To show gratitude and respect, use both hands when giving or receiving something, even money.

Extend a flattened hand to bring someone’s attention to a sacred place or object instead of pointing.

Avoid touching women and holy men. Nepalis, especially women, don’t normally shake hands when they greet one another. Instead, press your palms together in a prayer-like manner and say “namaste” (na-ma-stay).

Don’t eat with your left hand. Never eat beef in front of Hindus; beef is strictly prohibited and

cows are considered sacred. Try not to step over or point your feet at a person, sacred place

or hearth. Remove your shoes when entering a home, temple or

monastery and leather items at Hindu temples. Do not smoke or wear revealing dress in religious settings.

Avoid touching people or their offerings when they are on their way to a shrine

Don’t offer someone food after you’ve tasted it or eat directly from a common pot. Avoid touching your lips to drinking vessels, such as a bottle of mineral water, which is considered common property once it’s open.

Nepalese men holding hands is a common sight, but public displays of affection between opposite sexes is frowned upon.

Walk around a Stupa in a clockwise fashion, keeping the outer walls on your right side. When passing by a Mani Wall, stay to the left.

Don’t lose your temper. Raising your voice or shouting is seen as extremely bad manners and will only make problems worse.

Don’t purchase ivory or fur from an endangered species. Don’t give money to begging children. It may encourage their

parents to keep them out of school. If you want to help, donate to a trustworthy charity or school.

Get permission before taking someone’s photo.


Schedule September 30: Depart from home country (international travel)October 1: Arrive in KathmanduOctober 2: Travel to Pokhara and Opening CeremonyOctober 3–8: Breakfast Construction and safety orientation (first day only) Work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch provided on site) Free time Dinner Free timeOctober 9: Return to Kathmandu (lodging and meals provided) or proceed with activity of choiceOctober 10: Depart to participant’s home country

construction at tHE Build sitE Photo: terry Brewer


TravelVolunteers are responsible for their own

travel arrangements to and from Kathmandu. Make reservations as early as possible to ensure optimum arrival and departure dates. All international volunteers must be in Kathmandu by October 1, 2010.

PassportAll international volunteers are required to

have a passport valid for at least 6 months.

Medical insuranceMandatory insurance coverage consists of

policies recommended by Habitat for Humanity International’s legal department and approved by the Habitat for Humanity International board of directors. Coverage ensures a comprehensive risk management program and provides protection to all Habitat International volunteers. Volunteers are requested to contact your national Habitat countries to purchase travel and medical insurance. The cost is not included in the in-country budget.

Immunizations and health precautions

Contact your doctor and your embassy for traveler’s health information, recommended preparations and vaccinations.

A few general health tips include:

Get the immunization process started early; some vaccinations are administered in series over a period of time.

Drink only sealed bottled water or better yet, water that you have personally made arrangements for and carried in your own personal water bottle.

Wash your hands often with soap and water or hand sanitizer.

If you or someone near you has an open wound, clean and cover it immediately.

If someone has a serious wound, please contact a staff member or your house leader immediately.

Use sunscreen and insect repellent. First aid and emergency care will be at the

build site at all times.

Before you go


Required items for build site

Work boots or shoes. Open-toed shoes will not be permitted.

Recommended items for build site:

Long pants Long-sleeved shirt Work gloves Heavy socks Sun hat Sun glasses Bandana Sun block

ToolsBelow is a list of needed items, but please feel free to bring additional tools if possible. Items left behind will be donated to Habitat Nepal.

Tool belt or nail apron Claw hammer Chalk line Safety glasses Ear plugs Adjustable wrench Screwdrivers (regular and phillips head) 25 foot tape measure Carpenter’s pencils Utility knife Speed square Wood chisel Flat bar Cordless drill

Other items Rain jacket or wind breaker Wool or fleece sweater Comfortable shoes Casual pants Casual shirts Extra socks Underwear Sleep wear Toiletries Hand lotion Fast drying towel and washcloth Prescription medications Over the counter medications for headache,

body aches and diarrhea Personal first-aid kit Extra pair of prescription glasses or contacts Money pouch Flashlight with extra batteries Alarm clock Camera

If you are planning other activities please pack accordingly.

What to bring


Airport procedureInternational volunteers will arrive at

Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. After arrival you will first pass through customs, then immigration where you will present a completed immigration form along with 2 passport size photos, US $30 cash, and a passport valid for 6 months to the attendant official to get your visa. Immigration forms are distributed to passengers on the flight to Kathmandu and are also available at stands near the immigration counter. The process takes very little time and is hassle-free provided you are in possession of all the required items. Visas are available upon arrival for all countries except the following: Afghanistan, Iraq, Ghana, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Liberia, Cameroon, Somalia, and Egypt. After that, proceed downstairs to collect your luggage then to the exit where you will be met with welcoming smiles from the Everest Build staff holding “Habitat for Humanity – Everest Build” signs. They will then direct you to pre-arranged transportation to the hotel.

Transportation to and from PokharaHabitat Nepal offers two travel choices.

Please Note: All domestic air flights and ground transport will be arranged by Habitat Nepal. Habitat Nepal has secured the best possible prices for airfare and other services and the savings has been passed on to volunteers.

Option 1: Fly (approx. thirty five minutes airtime), return by luxury tourist bus (approx. 5 hours, lunch included). For an additional US $50 volunteers can fly back to Kathmandu. Please let us know when you confirm.

Transportation from the hotel in Kathmandu to the airport for your flight to Pokhara will be provided. Volunteers will be met at the Pokhara Airport by staff members and transported to the hotel.

Option 2: Luxury tourist bus, both ways (lunch included).

After you arrive


Hotel details in Pokhara:

Fulbari Resort and Spa (Gold Sponsor )www.fulbari.com

Hotel Shangrilawww.hotelshangrila.com

Fewa Princewww.fewa-prince.com

Hotel Details in Kathmandu:

Hotel Shangrilawww.hotelshangrila.com

Park Village Resort www.ktmgh.com/parkvillage

Exception: Volunteers, who prefer not to overnight in Kathmandu, can take a connecting flight to Pokhara. You will receive connecting flight tickets from Everest Build staff at the airport in Kathmandu then be escorted to the domestic terminal. Please note: You will need to arrive in Kathmandu no later than 3:00 p.m., October 2nd to qualify for this exception.

Accommodation

Volunteers will share a room with one other volunteer in 5 star hotels. The hotels in Pokhara are approximately 20-25 minutes from the build site. The hotels will be providing most of the meals included in the package price. Booking is on a “first come first serve” basis. If you plan to arrive early or stay longer, please contact your hotel directly once reservations are confirmed. Single rooms are available for an additional US $40 per day (including meals), paid in advance to Habitat Nepal.

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Paragliding


Exploring NepalIf you would like to explore Nepal before or after the event,

please consider contacting the professional tour company listed below for trekking, cultural tours, paragliding, mountain flights, rafting, mountain biking, jungle safari and many more exciting activities!

Mountain Biking trEkking

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– one of the world’s great hotels

We are conveniently located just fifteen minutes from Pokhara Airport, in an exclusive, secluded section of the verdant Pokhara Valley surrounded by serene lakes, glorious mountain ranges and rugged canyons. Our idyllic resort offers the very best in service and facilities – including a world-class spa and health farm – in a charming and elegant Nepalese setting.

The entire Fulbari Resort family is proud to be an official Gold Sponsor of Habitat for Humanity Everest Build 2010. We will be providing deluxe accommodation and excellent meals to hundreds of volunteers, VIPS and VVIPS from around the world for seven days during build week, October 2 to October 9, 2010.

Together we can help change the lives of the world’s underprivileged. One way, as exemplified by Everest Build 2010, is by coming together to build cost effective, eco-friendly houses for families in need. This project in Lekhnath Municipality, is part of Habitat for Humanity’s global campaign to eliminate poverty housing within the next five years and we are honored to serve those participating in such a noble cause.

Best wishes to all volunteers on the Habitat for Humanity team.

The Fulbari Resort Family

Fulbari Resort, Casino, Golf and Spa – PokharaPhone: 977-1-4461918/4462248/4464388Fax: 977-1-4462005Mobile: 9841534698Email: [email protected]: www.fulbari.com

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Useful Nepali expressions

People around the world are delighted when foreigners try to speak their language –even if it is only a few words – because language is a part of our personal and cultural identity. Locals will be happy with your efforts and eager to teach you. Relax and have a good time!!!

GreetingsHello NamasteGoodbye Bida paauGood morning, afternoon, night Namaste

General

Where is the toilet? Toilet kahaa chha?Please KripayaThank you DhanyabadExcuse me DhanyabadSorry Maaf paauHow are you? Tapaai laai kasto chha?I’m fine Malaai thik chaWhat is your name? Tapaaiko naam ke ho?My name is ….... Mero naam …… hoI don’t understand Maile bujhinaDo you understand? Tapaaile bujhnu bhayo?Do you speak English? Tapaai Angreji bujhnu hunchha?What’s this? Yoke ho?How much does it cost? Yesko kati parchha?It’s too expensive for me Yo malaai mahango laagyoI want to buy...... Malaai……kinaa man laagyoI’m lost Ma harayeI’m sick Ma birami bhayeI’m hungry Malaai bhok laagyoI don’t eat...... Ma …… khadinaI’m a vegetarian Ma sakahari huWhat time is it? Kati bajiyo?I’m thirsty Malaai tirkha laagyo


Construction terms

Wait ParkhanusStop RoknusFinished SiddhiyoCome quickly Chhito aaunusIs this correct? Yo thik chha?How do you do it? Tapaai le kasari garnu hunchha?Do it like this Yesari garnuhosGood work Raamro kaam garnu bhayoWall BhittaFloor BhuiRoof ChhanaMay I have......? Kemaile……pauna sakchhu?Hammer GhanCement CementSand BaluwaShovel ShovelTrowel KaraiNails KillaTimber KaatTape measure Napne tapeBamboo BaasMud MaatoClay Mucheko maatoBrick IntaStone DhungaGlove PanjaaWater Paani


American EmbassyPaniPokhariKathmandu, NepalPhone: + 977-1- 441 1179 + 977-1- 441 1179 Fax: + 977-1- 441 9963Web Site: http://kathmandu.usembassy.govEmail: [email protected]

Australian EmbassyBansbariKathmandu, NepalPhone: 977 1 371 678 977 1 371 678 Fax: 977 1 371 533Web Site: http://www.nepal.embassy.gov.au/

Austrian Consulate22, ManakamanaMargNagpokhari, NaxalKathmandu, NepalPhone: (+977) (1) 443 4648 (+977) (1) 443 4648 (+977) (1) 443 4690 (+977) (1) 443 4690 (+977) (1) 443 4860 (+977) (1) 443 4860 (+977) (1) 443 4825 (+977) (1) 443 4825 Fax: (+977) (1) 443 4515Email: [email protected]

Belgian ConsulateBhagawanBahal, Thamel, AmritMarg 643/26Kathmandu, NepalPhone: + (977) (1) 441 37 32 + (977) (1) 441 37 32 Fax: + (977) (1) 441 03 30Email: [email protected]

British EmbassyP.O. Box 106LainchaurKathmandu, Nepal

Phone: +977 1 4410583 +977 1 4410583 / 4414588Fax: (977) (1) 4411789 / 4416723Email: [email protected]

Canadian Consulatec/o Canadian Cooperation OfficeLazimpatKathmandu, NepalPhone: (011 97 71) 415-193/389/291/861Fax: (011 97 71) 441-0422Email: [email protected]

Chinese EmbassyBaluwaterKathmandu, NepalPhone: 00977-1-4411740 00977-1-4411740Fax: 00977-1-4414045 Web Site: http://www.chinaembassy.org.npEmail: [email protected]

Cypriot ConsulateP.O. Box 133JyotiBhawan, KantipathKathmandu, NepalPhone: (009771) 4225490 (009771) 4225490 , 4226327, 4221290 (Res.), (00977) 9851020435 (00977) 9851020435 Fax: (009771) 4226314Email: [email protected]

Czech ConsulateP.O. Box 36643/487JawalakhelKathmandu, NepalPhone: 009771/5524741 009771/5524741 , 5521730Fax: 009771/5521730Email: [email protected]

Embassies and Consulates in Nepal


Danish EmbassyP.O. Box 6332761, Neel SaraswatiMarg, LazimpatKathmandu, Nepal Phone: +977 1 413 010Fax: +977 1 411 409Web Site: http://www.ambkathmandu.um.dkEmail: [email protected]

Dutch ConsulateP.O. Box: 1966Bakhundole Height, LalitpurKathmandu, NepalPhone: 977 1 5523444 977 1 5523444 Fax: 977 1 5523155Web Site: http://www.netherlandsconsulate.org.npEmail: [email protected]

Finnish EmbassyP.O. Box 2126BishalnagarKathmandu, NepalPhone: +977-1-4417 221 +977-1-4417 221 , 4416 636Fax: +977-1-4416 703Web Site: http://www.finland.org.np/Email: [email protected]

German EmbassyP.O. Box 226GyaneshwarKathmandu, NepalPhone: (00977 1) 441 27 86 (00977 1) 441 27 86 (00977 1) 441 65 27 (00977 1) 441 65 27 Fax: (00977 1) 441 68 99Web Site: http://www.kathmandu.diplo.deEmail: [email protected]

Greek ConsulateP.O. Box 925ThapathaliKathmandu, Nepal Phone: (009771) 222050 (009771) 222050 , 233113 Fax: (009771) 261192Email: [email protected]

Greenlandic Embassy761, Neel SaraswatiMarg, LazimpatKathmandu, NepalPhone: +977 (1) 441 3010 +977 (1) 441 3010 Fax: +977 (1) 441 1409Web Site: http://www.ambkathmandu.um.dkEmail: [email protected]

Indian EmbassyP.O. Box - 292, 336KapurdharaMargKathmandu, NepalPhone: 00-9771-4410900 00-9771-4410900 ,4414990Fax: 00-9771-4428279Web Site: http://www.indianembassy.org.npEmail: [email protected]

Israeli EmbassyP.O. Box 371Bishramalaya House, LazimpatKathmandu, NepalPhone: 00-977-1-4411811 00-977-1-4411811 ; 00-977-1-4413419 00-977-1-4413419 ; 00-977-1-4419103 00-977-1-4419103Fax: 00-977-1-4413920Web Site: http://kathmandu.mfa.gov.ilEmail: [email protected]

Japanese EmbassyP.O. Box No. 264 PaniPokhariKathmandu, NepalPhone: 977-1-4426-680 977-1-4426-680Fax: 977-1-4414-101Web Site: http://www.np.emb-japan.go.jpEmail: [email protected]

Korean EmbassyJhamsikhel, LalitpurKathmandu, NepalPhone: 5521084, 5521855.

Malaysian EmbassyP.O. Box 243722nd Floor, Block BKarmachariSanchayaKoshBhawan, Pulchowk, LalitpurKathmandu, Nepal Phone: +977-1-5010004 +977-1-5010004 / 5010005Fax: +9771-1-5010492Web Site: http://www.kln.gov.my/perwakilan/kathmanduEmail: [email protected]

Myanmar EmbassyP.O. Box 2437Krishna-Galli, Patan Gate, LalitpurKathmandu, NepalPhone: (0097) (1) 5521788, 553 4766, 553 4778, 555 5469Fax: (0097) (1) 523402Email: [email protected]


New Zealand ConsulatePO Box 224Dilli BazaarKathmandu, NepalPhone: (+977) 1 4412 436 (+977) 1 4412 436 Fax: (+977) 1 4414 750

Norwegian EmbassySurya Court, Pulchowk, LalitpurKathmandu, NepalPhone: +977-1-5545-307 +977-1-5545-307 ; From mobile within Nepal: (01) 5545307 Emergency phone: +977-98510-23681 +977-98510-23681 Fax: +977-1-5545-226Web Site: http://www.norway.org.npEmail: [email protected]

Pakistani EmbassyP.O. Box 202Pushpanjali, Maharajgunj, ChakrapathKathmandu, NepalPhone: (+977-1) 4374024 (+977-1) 4374024 Fax: (+977-1) 4374012Email: [email protected], [email protected]

Philippine ConsulateP.O. Box 2640Toyota House, Sinamangal, Tinkune, LazimpatKathmandu, NepalPhone: (+977) (1) 4474892 (+977) (1) 4474892 / 4409 or (+977) (1) 4478301 (+977) (1) 4478301 to 5Fax: (+977) (1) 4471195 or (+977) (1) 4486243 (+977) (1) 4486243 Email: [email protected],[email protected]

Russian EmbassyP.O. Box 123BaluwatarKathmandu, NepalPhone: (+9771) 441-21-55 (+9771) 441-21-55 , 441-10-63Fax: (+9771) 441-65-71Email: [email protected]

Slovak ConsulateP.O. Box 3664Kathmandu, NepalPhone: (977 1) 5521 730 (977 1) 5521 730 or 5524741Email: [email protected]

Sri Lankan EmbassyP.O. Box 8802BaluwatarKathmandu, NepalPhone: +977-1-4419-289/ +977-1-4413-623 +977-1-4413-623 Fax: +977-1-4418-128 Email: [email protected]

Swedish ConsulateMeera Home, KhichapokhariKathmandu, NepalPhone: +977-1-422 0939 +977-1-422 0939 , +977-1-422 1287 +977-1-422 1287 Fax: +77-1-422 1826Email: [email protected]

Thai EmbassyP.O. Box. 3333167/4 Ward No. 3, Maharajgunj-BansbariKathmandu, NepalPhone: (977 1) 4371410 (977 1) 4371410 , 43711411Fax: (977 1) 4371408, 4371409Web Site: http://www.thaiembassy.org/kathmanduEmail: [email protected]

Turkish ConsulateKhetan’s Industry House, Bijuli BazaarKathmandu, NepalPhone: +977-1 549-225Fax: +977-1 549-224Email: [email protected]

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