Things to do in Kathmandu

At the heart of Thamel, every step feels alive with color, culture, and energy. This vibrant neighborhood in Kathmandu is a paradise for travelers—packed with cozy cafés, lively bars, and endless souvenir shops. From handmade crafts to trekking gear, there’s something for everyone. The narrow streets buzz with music, laughter, and the scent of delicious Nepali food. Whether you're planning a Himalayan adventure or just soaking in the atmosphere, Thamel offers an unforgettable blend of chaos and charm that captures the true spirit of Nepal.

Nagarkot is a village near the Himalayas in Nepal. It is located on a ridge facing the Himalayas. It is known as the "viewing platform of the Himalayas" and offers the widest and most beautiful view of the world's highest peak. The edge of the Kathmandu Valley is famous for its charming mountain scenery. Among all the scenic spots, the scenery of Nagarkot Resort is the best. You can generally enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery when you go to Nagarkot from October to March of the following year. It is 32 kilometers away from the capital. To go to Nagarkot, it is recommended to arrange a chartered car to and from, because the shuttle bus takes a long time and the shuttle bus runs infrequently.

Located in Kathmandu Durbar Square. People visit to see and worship the living goddess "Kumari" of Nepal, who appears briefly at the carved window as seen in the photos. However, once she shows up, it is not allowed to take photos of her.

Dakshinkali Temple located 15 km from Kathmandu. A pure religious place located in the arms of nature. A fresh flow water and small rivers make your journey awesome.

20240615 AM: 1. The 55-window palace is located in Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Bhaktapur Durbar Square, also known as Bhaktapur Palace Square, is an ancient building complex in Bhaktapur Village, 15 kilometers from the suburbs of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. It is known as the "open-air museum" and "the essence and treasure house of medieval Nepalese art". In the 13th century, the Malla Kings established their capital here and built palaces, temples and other buildings. Before the 18th century, it was the political and economic center of Nepal. The scenic area is divided into three parts: the palace, the periphery of the palace, and the street area. It is a good place for viewing photography, humanities learning, worshiping Buddha and shopping. Due to the 8.1-magnitude earthquake in Nepal on April 25, 2015, the ancient buildings were severely damaged, and many buildings are currently under repair. There are three Durbar squares in Nepal, which were built by the three sons of King Rama VI of the Malla Dynasty. The other two are in Kathmandu and Patan. ① Address: Bhaktapur Village, Kathmandu, Nepal ② Transportation: Direct bus access, easy parking by car ③ Peak season: None ④ Time: 4 hours ⑤ Ticket price: 500 rupees (27.8 yuan) 2. 55-window palace: Built by King Bhupayendra, it has four floors and is famous for its 55 black lacquered sandalwood carved windows. It is said that the king had 55 wives at that time. Every evening, beauties showed their faces from their windows for the king to choose and sleep with. It is also said that the king was just 55 years old that year.

Nyatapola Temple, located in Bhaktapur Durbar Square, is the tallest Hindu temple in Nepal. Built in 1702, it is dedicated to the goddess Siddhi Lakshmi. The temple's steps are flanked by statues of the goddess, an eagle, an elephant, a lion, and a mighty warrior; the lower the statue, the greater the power it represents. It has 108 wooden pillars, each carved with various incarnations of Siddhi Lakshmi.

There is a tall building in Durbar Square. It is the Nepalese Goddess Temple. It is a traditional North Indian architectural style. There are many exquisite sculptures on the building. The building itself is made of stone. It is still tough after hundreds of years.

According to the tourist map, there will be a thangka square, a pottery square, and a dyeing square, but although the pottery is very good, you can't take it back. Some small defective products are thrown aside for tourists to pick up.

You should stay in this monastery at least a week, is so beautiful and peaceful place. And if even Buddhism is not your thing you still have a great opportunity to understand it better.

Kasthamandap was a three-storied public shelter that included a shrine consecrated to Gorakshanath situated at Hanumandhoka, Kathmandu. The word Kasthamandap literally translates to ‘Wood Shelter’ in English. The landmark was a popular tourist site for ages