Kathmandu, Mar. 15:The first issue of “SAARC Tourism 2000” a tourism magazine was launched here this afternoon.

Dr P.N Prasad, secretary of Association of plant physiologist of SAARC countries inaugurated the launching ceremony. The magazine which focuses on various aspects of Nepal’s tourism development encompasses the entire tourist related events organised by other SAARC countries. The magazine also highlights important facts like currencies, timing, telephone cods, climatic conditions, airline offices and diplomatic missions in SAARC capitals. The magazine is published by Jyoti Dharnal.