The Greater Nepal" refers "to the historical expansion of the territory of Nepal beyond its current borders. Nepal, at its greatest extent, included parts of present-day India, Tibet, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. The expansion of Nepal began during the reign of King Prithvi Narayan Shah in the 18th century and continued through the mid-19th century.
During this period, Nepal annexed several neighboring states, including large parts of northern India, and became one of the most powerful kingdoms in South Asia. The expansion was motivated by a desire for greater control over trade routes and resources, as well as a desire to spread Nepali culture and religion.
The territory of Greater Nepal included parts of present-day Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Sikkim, Darjeeling, Bhutan, and parts of Tibet and Bangladesh. However, with the arrival of the British in India and China's increasing influence in Tibet, Nepal's territorial expansion came to an end, and its borders were reduced to their present-day configuration.
Today, Nepal is a landlocked country in South Asia with a rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. Although its territorial ambitions may have been curtailed, Nepal remains a unique and fascinating country with a rich and diverse history.
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