Kathmandu's locale is Nepal, a country located in South Asia. Nepal is bordered by India to the south, east, and west, and by China to the north. It is the world's 93rd largest country by land mass, and the 41st most populous country. Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten highest mountains, including Mount Everest, the tallest mountain in the world. Nepal is also known for its diverse culture, with influences from Hinduism, Buddhism, and other religions.