Nepali currency is called the Nepalese Rupee, abbreviated as NPR or Rs. It is issued by the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), Nepal’s central bank. The currency code is NPR, and it is typically denoted by the symbol ₨.
Denominations:
- Coins: 1, 2, 5, 10 paisa
- Banknotes: 5,10, 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000 rupees
Pictures of coins and banknotes
Coins:
Banknotes:
Features:
- Design: Nepali banknotes feature images of prominent figures like King Prithvi Narayan Shah and iconic landmarks like Mount Everest.
- Exchange Rate: The Nepalese Rupee is pegged to the Indian Rupee (INR) at a fixed rate of 1.6 NPR to 1 INR.
- Language: The currency notes are printed in both Nepali and English.
The Nepalese Rupee is used throughout Nepal and is essential for daily transactions, with coins being used for smaller purchases and banknotes for larger amounts.