Nepal is participating in an exhibition entitled ‘FITUR-2006’ held in Madrid, Spain.

His Majesty King Don Juan Carlos of Spain inaugurated the exhibition amidst a function on Wednesday.

According to a press release issued by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), 843 direct exhibitors (sellers), 12,000 trade delegates from 170 countries and 200,000 general visitors are expected to visit the exhibition that will last till January 29.

Four companies from Nepal, Dolpa Treks, Explore Himalaya Travel & Adventure, South Asian Holidays and Air Globe Tours & Travels are participating in the exhibition.