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Kathmandu is an incredibly busy, energetic and bustling city in the heart of Nepal\u00a0and usually the first point of call for most international visitors to the country. Our First visit to Nepal\u00a0was incredible and there were so many amazing things to do in Kathmandu that you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, if it\u2019s your first time to the city, there are a few things to remember. Transport can be slow, roads can get quite dusty in hot weather (so take a face mask) and the summer is very hot (something I didn\u2019t expect on our visit in May). That being said, the city is filled with an incredible amount of things to do in Kathmandu. You\u2019ll be spoilt for choice on your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With that in mind, I wanted to share some of my very favourite things to do in Kathmandu.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.) Explore Bhaktapur<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The\u00a0UWH Site of Bhaktapur is one of the incredible things to do in Kathmandu (though, it\u2019s technically outside the city). Now, the drive itself shouldn\u2019t take long at all, but if you hit that notorious Kathmandu traffic, you could be stuck for hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once here, make sure to stop off at the Nyatapola Temple, see Durbar Square and explore Taumadhi Square. After a little lunch of momos (like dumplings), pop into 55 Window Palace, the Dattatreya Temple and see Pujari Math.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, it may seem like a lot of places but it\u2019s easy to explore them all by foot. Spend a few hours strolling\u00a0Bhaktapur and taking in this incredible and ancient city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.) Explore the Boudhanath Stupa<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Being one of the largest stupas in all of Nepal, the Boudhanath Stupa is certainly one of the best things to do in Kathmandu (especially if you\u2019re interested in religious history).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once here, make sure to wander around the complex, and explore this point that was on the old trade route with Tibet. All around the Stupa, you\u2019ll find lots of little shops and cafes, too. It\u2019s a beautiful and imposing stupa that you\u2019ve gotta see whilst in Kathmandu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6.) Shop at the Ason and Mangal Bazaars<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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This thriving area of Kathmandu is a place that\u2019ll tickle each of your senses.  A local and visitor haunt, it\u2019s an area that sells everything from street food, spices, gifts and everyday goodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Just make sure to brush up your bargaining skills, though, prices often get inflated for visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8.) Hike Shivapuri National Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Shivapuri National Park is an incredible area to visit, especially if you\u2019re wanting a break from everyday city life. Head on one of the hikes to the top of Shivapuri Hill Station (it\u2019s almost 9,000ft) and explore the totally gorgeous trails that cross through forests, vistas and summits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shivapuri National Park is perfect for a 1-day hike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10.) Gorge on momos<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Momo is a Nepalese favourite and a type of dumpling that\u2019s totally inexpensive and delicious. Although derived from Tibet, it was the Newar community that made this dish so popular in Nepal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Now, you\u2019ll have no trouble finding them whilst in Kathmandu, just visit almost any of the local restaurants and ask for a plate. You won\u2019t be disappointed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.) Head to the top of Swayambhu<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Dating from centuries back,\u00a0 Swayambhu is an ancient temple that is often called the \u201cMonkey Temple\u201d. Once here, you\u2019ll see the three hundred plus rock-hewn steps that lead to the temple, but once you get up there you\u2019ll get the very best panorama of Kathmandu Valley. It\u2019s totally incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Take a stroll around the temple and stupa, see the monkeys and learn more about this sacred spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3.) Visit the Pashupatinath Temple<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Located in the city itself, Pashupatinath Temple is a Hindu temple that\u2019s one of the best things to do in Kathmandu. This sacred place is known the world-over by Hindus, with millions visiting here during\u00a0Maha Shivaratri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The whole temple complex is huge and sprawling and a beautiful place to see whilst in the city. Now, as a visitor to the complex, you will need to pay a considerably higher price than locals (but still affordable) to enter the complex. Once inside, wander around, explore the religious sites and experience this sacred place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One thing to bear in mind is that this is a place of worship and you should always be respectful whilst here (for obvious reasons). One other thing to point out is that public cremations happen on the riverfront within the temple and it\u2019s likely you will come across these.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.) See Taleju Temple<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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 At the north end of Durbar Square, you will find this most magnificent structure and things to do in Kathmandu. That is, Taleju Temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s one of the most important Hindu sites in the nation, and though it\u2019s not open to the public, taking half an hour to explore the outside of this great building is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, if you happen to be there for the Dasain festival, when Hindus may actually enter the temple, you\u2019ll be in for a whirlwind of colourful culture and treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.) Visit the Thamel District<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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One of the best ways to experience Thamel is by foot, though be alert, the neighbourhood area can be chaotic so watch your step with cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, the Thamel District is probably one of the most popular places and things to do in Kathmandu for visitors. Here, you\u2019ll find lots of eateries, little shops and places like the Garden of Dreams, a tranquil little nook off the main thoroughfare inside a pretty park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9.) Fly past Everest<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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From Kathmandu, even if you aren\u2019t planning to go hiking, or aren\u2019t hiking Everest itself, you can still charter planes for reasonably low rates that will fly you out to have incredible vistas of the snowcapped highest mountains in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The two main companies that offer this are Buddha Air and Yeti Airlines that fly from Kathmandu Airport itself. On a clear day, you\u2019ll see Everest without having to take that incredibly long adventure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Kathmandu is an incredibly busy, energetic and bustling city in the heart of Nepal\u00a0and usually the first point of call for most international visitors to the country. Our First visit to Nepal\u00a0was incredible and there were so many amazing things to do in Kathmandu that you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice. Now, if it\u2019s your first time to the city, there are a few things to remember. Transport can be slow, roads can get quite dusty in hot weather (so take a face mask) and the summer is very hot (something I didn\u2019t expect on our visit in May). That being said, the city is filled with an incredible amount of things to do in Kathmandu. You\u2019ll be spoilt for choice on your visit. With that in mind, I wanted to share some of my very favourite things to do in Kathmandu.\u00a0 2.) Explore Bhaktapur The\u00a0UWH Site of Bhaktapur is one of the incredible things to do in Kathmandu (though, it\u2019s technically outside the city). Now, the drive itself shouldn\u2019t take long at all, but if you hit that notorious Kathmandu traffic, you could be stuck for hours. Once here, make sure to stop off at the Nyatapola Temple, see Durbar Square and explore Taumadhi Square. After a little lunch of momos (like dumplings), pop into 55 Window Palace, the Dattatreya Temple and see Pujari Math. Now, it may seem like a lot of places but it\u2019s easy to explore them all by foot. Spend a few hours strolling\u00a0Bhaktapur and taking in this incredible and ancient city. 4.) Explore the Boudhanath Stupa Being one of the largest stupas in all of Nepal, the Boudhanath Stupa is certainly one of the best things to do in Kathmandu (especially if you\u2019re interested in religious history). Once here, make sure to wander around the complex, and explore this point that was on the old trade route with Tibet. All around the Stupa, you\u2019ll find lots of little shops and cafes, too. It\u2019s a beautiful and imposing stupa that you\u2019ve gotta see whilst in Kathmandu. 6.) Shop at the Ason and Mangal Bazaars This thriving area of Kathmandu is a place that\u2019ll tickle each of your senses.  A local and visitor haunt, it\u2019s an area that sells everything from street food, spices, gifts and everyday goodies. Just make sure to brush up your bargaining skills, though, prices often get inflated for visitors. 8.) Hike Shivapuri National Park Shivapuri National Park is an incredible area to visit, especially if you\u2019re wanting a break from everyday city life. Head on one of the hikes to the top of Shivapuri Hill Station (it\u2019s almost 9,000ft) and explore the totally gorgeous trails that cross through forests, vistas and summits. Shivapuri National Park is perfect for a 1-day hike. 10.) Gorge on momos Momo is a Nepalese favourite and a type of dumpling that\u2019s totally inexpensive and delicious. Although derived from Tibet, it was the Newar community that made this dish so popular in Nepal. Now, you\u2019ll have no trouble finding them whilst in Kathmandu, just visit almost any of the local restaurants and ask for a plate. You won\u2019t be disappointed. 1.) Head to the top of Swayambhu Dating from centuries back,\u00a0 Swayambhu is an ancient temple that is often called the \u201cMonkey Temple\u201d. Once here, you\u2019ll see the three hundred plus rock-hewn steps that lead to the temple, but once you get up there you\u2019ll get the very best panorama of Kathmandu Valley. It\u2019s totally incredible. Take a stroll around the temple and stupa, see the monkeys and learn more about this sacred spot. 3.) Visit the Pashupatinath Temple Located in the city itself, Pashupatinath Temple is a Hindu temple that\u2019s one of the best things to do in Kathmandu. This sacred place is known the world-over by Hindus, with millions visiting here during\u00a0Maha Shivaratri. The whole temple complex is huge and sprawling and a beautiful place to see whilst in the city. Now, as a visitor to the complex, you will need to pay a considerably higher price than locals (but still affordable) to enter the complex. Once inside, wander around, explore the religious sites and experience this sacred place. One thing to bear in mind is that this is a place of worship and you should always be respectful whilst here (for obvious reasons). One other thing to point out is that public cremations happen on the riverfront within the temple and it\u2019s likely you will come across these. 5.) See Taleju Temple  At the north end of Durbar Square, you will find this most magnificent structure and things to do in Kathmandu. That is, Taleju Temple. It\u2019s one of the most important Hindu sites in the nation, and though it\u2019s not open to the public, taking half an hour to explore the outside of this great building is a must. Plus, if you happen to be there for the Dasain festival, when Hindus may actually enter the temple, you\u2019ll be in for a whirlwind of colourful culture and treat. 7.) Visit the Thamel District One of the best ways to experience Thamel is by foot, though be alert, the neighbourhood area can be chaotic so watch your step with cars. Now, the Thamel District is probably one of the most popular places and things to do in Kathmandu for visitors. Here, you\u2019ll find lots of eateries, little shops and places like the Garden of Dreams, a tranquil little nook off the main thoroughfare inside a pretty park. 9.) Fly past Everest From Kathmandu, even if you aren\u2019t planning to go hiking, or aren\u2019t hiking Everest itself, you can still charter planes for reasonably low rates that will fly you out to have incredible vistas of the snowcapped highest mountains in the world. The two main companies that offer this are Buddha Air and Yeti Airlines that fly from Kathmandu Airport itself. 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Our First visit to Nepal\u00a0was incredible and there were so many amazing things to do in Kathmandu that you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice. Now, if it\u2019s your first time to the city, there are a few things to remember. Transport can be slow, roads can get quite dusty in hot weather (so take a face mask) and the summer is very hot (something I didn\u2019t expect on our visit in May). That being said, the city is filled with an incredible amount of things to do in Kathmandu. You\u2019ll be spoilt for choice on your visit. With that in mind, I wanted to share some of my very favourite things to do in Kathmandu.\u00a0 2.) Explore Bhaktapur The\u00a0UWH Site of Bhaktapur is one of the incredible things to do in Kathmandu (though, it\u2019s technically outside the city). Now, the drive itself shouldn\u2019t take long at all, but if you hit that notorious Kathmandu traffic, you could be stuck for hours. Once here, make sure to stop off at the Nyatapola Temple, see Durbar Square and explore Taumadhi Square. After a little lunch of momos (like dumplings), pop into 55 Window Palace, the Dattatreya Temple and see Pujari Math. Now, it may seem like a lot of places but it\u2019s easy to explore them all by foot. Spend a few hours strolling\u00a0Bhaktapur and taking in this incredible and ancient city. 4.) Explore the Boudhanath Stupa Being one of the largest stupas in all of Nepal, the Boudhanath Stupa is certainly one of the best things to do in Kathmandu (especially if you\u2019re interested in religious history). Once here, make sure to wander around the complex, and explore this point that was on the old trade route with Tibet. All around the Stupa, you\u2019ll find lots of little shops and cafes, too. It\u2019s a beautiful and imposing stupa that you\u2019ve gotta see whilst in Kathmandu. 6.) Shop at the Ason and Mangal Bazaars This thriving area of Kathmandu is a place that\u2019ll tickle each of your senses.  A local and visitor haunt, it\u2019s an area that sells everything from street food, spices, gifts and everyday goodies. Just make sure to brush up your bargaining skills, though, prices often get inflated for visitors. 8.) Hike Shivapuri National Park Shivapuri National Park is an incredible area to visit, especially if you\u2019re wanting a break from everyday city life. Head on one of the hikes to the top of Shivapuri Hill Station (it\u2019s almost 9,000ft) and explore the totally gorgeous trails that cross through forests, vistas and summits. Shivapuri National Park is perfect for a 1-day hike. 10.) Gorge on momos Momo is a Nepalese favourite and a type of dumpling that\u2019s totally inexpensive and delicious. Although derived from Tibet, it was the Newar community that made this dish so popular in Nepal. Now, you\u2019ll have no trouble finding them whilst in Kathmandu, just visit almost any of the local restaurants and ask for a plate. You won\u2019t be disappointed. 1.) Head to the top of Swayambhu Dating from centuries back,\u00a0 Swayambhu is an ancient temple that is often called the \u201cMonkey Temple\u201d. Once here, you\u2019ll see the three hundred plus rock-hewn steps that lead to the temple, but once you get up there you\u2019ll get the very best panorama of Kathmandu Valley. It\u2019s totally incredible. Take a stroll around the temple and stupa, see the monkeys and learn more about this sacred spot. 3.) Visit the Pashupatinath Temple Located in the city itself, Pashupatinath Temple is a Hindu temple that\u2019s one of the best things to do in Kathmandu. This sacred place is known the world-over by Hindus, with millions visiting here during\u00a0Maha Shivaratri. The whole temple complex is huge and sprawling and a beautiful place to see whilst in the city. Now, as a visitor to the complex, you will need to pay a considerably higher price than locals (but still affordable) to enter the complex. Once inside, wander around, explore the religious sites and experience this sacred place. One thing to bear in mind is that this is a place of worship and you should always be respectful whilst here (for obvious reasons). One other thing to point out is that public cremations happen on the riverfront within the temple and it\u2019s likely you will come across these. 5.) See Taleju Temple  At the north end of Durbar Square, you will find this most magnificent structure and things to do in Kathmandu. That is, Taleju Temple. It\u2019s one of the most important Hindu sites in the nation, and though it\u2019s not open to the public, taking half an hour to explore the outside of this great building is a must. Plus, if you happen to be there for the Dasain festival, when Hindus may actually enter the temple, you\u2019ll be in for a whirlwind of colourful culture and treat. 7.) Visit the Thamel District One of the best ways to experience Thamel is by foot, though be alert, the neighbourhood area can be chaotic so watch your step with cars. Now, the Thamel District is probably one of the most popular places and things to do in Kathmandu for visitors. Here, you\u2019ll find lots of eateries, little shops and places like the Garden of Dreams, a tranquil little nook off the main thoroughfare inside a pretty park. 9.) Fly past Everest From Kathmandu, even if you aren\u2019t planning to go hiking, or aren\u2019t hiking Everest itself, you can still charter planes for reasonably low rates that will fly you out to have incredible vistas of the snowcapped highest mountains in the world. The two main companies that offer this are Buddha Air and Yeti Airlines that fly from Kathmandu Airport itself. On a clear day, you\u2019ll see Everest without having to take that incredibly long adventure.","og_url":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/31\/kathmandu-nepal\/","og_site_name":"Ayush Tours Jaipur","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Ayush-Tours-Jaipur-670592113397684\/","article_published_time":"2020-01-31T09:48:45+00:00","article_modified_time":"2021-02-02T05:47:45+00:00","og_image":[{"width":678,"height":452,"url":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Nepal-Katmandu.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"admin","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"admin","Est. reading time":"5 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/31\/kathmandu-nepal\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/31\/kathmandu-nepal\/"},"author":{"name":"admin","@id":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/#\/schema\/person\/a6ab0ac12d776e4d6e5c71601e85a5b4"},"headline":"Kathmandu: Nepal","datePublished":"2020-01-31T09:48:45+00:00","dateModified":"2021-02-02T05:47:45+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/31\/kathmandu-nepal\/"},"wordCount":1024,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/#organization"},"articleSection":["Blog"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/31\/kathmandu-nepal\/","url":"https:\/\/ayushtoursjaipur.com\/index.php\/2020\/01\/31\/kathmandu-nepal\/","name":"Kathmandu: Nepal - 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