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Kathmandu Vacations
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Kathmandu is a wonderful city. Have you seen "The City of Lost Children" with its dreamlike images of badly lit streets at night? That's Kathmandu!
Kathmandu: What to see in the surroundings?
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Kathmandu is a wonderful city. Have you seen "The City of Lost Children" with its dreamlike images of badly lit streets at night? That's Kathmandu!
My suggestion
Make sure you wander down the streets of the Nepalese capital, explore the business quarters, find forgotten crafts workers, see blindingly white sheets drying the autumn sun...
Situated in the heart of Kathmandu, Durbar Square is the town's historic focal point. It's home to all the major monuments in the Nepalese capital.
My suggestion
You need permission to visit or even cross Durbar Square. It's best to get a multi-day pass to avoid paying every time you visit.
Located just six kilometres from the international airport, Kathmandu is both Nepal's capital and the country's most culturally interesting city.
My suggestion
Kathmandu is a booming, rapidly developing city. Discover the wonderful attractions and little-known treasures it has to offer and simply pay not attention to the pollution, the noise and the traffic jams.
Durbar Square in Kathmandu is opposite the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the former royal residence on which numerous pagodas have been constructed.
My suggestion
If you're looking for cheap accommodation close to Durbar Square, go to Jhochhen Tole near to the Hanuman Dhoka. It used to be a hippy hangout and it's a great base from which to explore the area.
A visit to Durbar Square will plunge you into the cultural heart of Kathmandu. The area comprises of three neighbouring zones - Basantapur Square to the south, Durbar Square to the west and Makhan Tole to the northeast.
My suggestion
Try to get there as early as possible. You'll avoid hordes of tourists and you'll get a better feel for the place. What's more, the early morning light only enhances its beauty.
Nestled at 1,350m high, Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal. Home to almost a million inhabitants, it's also the country's most densely populated town.
My suggestion
If you're in Kathmandu at the end of February/beginning of March, make sure you see the Maha Shivaratri Festival in honour of Shiva and Holi, the famous festival of colour that celebrates the arrival of Spring.
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Boudhanath: a procession around the largest stupa in Nepal
A spiritual getaway, far from the hustle and bustle of Thamel.
Situated just 5 kilometres from the city, Boudhanath is one of the most revered Buddhist shrines in Nepal.
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The historic town of Gorkha
Go into Gorkha town itself, which is one of the most historically interesting towns in Nepal.
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Bardiya National Park, your best chance to see a tiger!
Do you want to see a wild tiger? Don't miss the Bardiya National Park, the place where your wish is most likely to be fulfilled.
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The Tharu villages around the Bardiya National Park
Go to discover the Tharu villages.
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