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Nepal unveils priceless crown to public

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Kathmandu: Nepal government on Monday unveiled the crown and 11 other artifacts of the Shah dynasty that represents two and a half century old monarchy, a decade after the Himalayan country was declared a Republic.
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli unveiled the crown at a special function at Narayanhiti Royal palace-turned museum.
The display of the crown will lure foreign tourists from around the world in the days ahead that would help in promote Nepal’s tourism sector, Oli said.
The Narayanhiti Palace was converted into a museum after the abolition of the monarchy in Nepal in May 28, 2008. The palace is now owned by the government.
Twelve valuable artifacts belonging to the ex-monarch, including the crown, scepter and a sword were made public on Monday. (PTI)

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