Kathmandu
Situated in the neighbouring country Nepal, Kathmandu is the capital city and among the most popular tourist destinations for Indians. The city captures the perfect vibe of a hill station as it is located in a valley surrounded by the Great Himalayas. The layout of the city is a sight in itself in the form of a mazelike alley with a blend of the old city and the new architecture. Kathmandu is known for its majestic monuments and religious temples, monasteries and stupas.
Tourist attractions in Kathmandu
Among the popular places for tourists to visit, Kathmandu offers temples like Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Temple, Budhanilkantha Temple, Jagannath Temple and Dakshinkali Temple. There are several monasteries such as Kopan Monastery and White Monastery, stupas such as Boudhanath Stupa and Kathesimbu Stupa. Other popular tourist spots are Thamel, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Garden of Dreams, Langtang National Park, Kumari Bahal, Hanuman Dhoka, Narayanhiti Palace, Asan Tole, Indra Chowk, Taudaha Lake, Phulchowki, Crematoria, Patan, Kala Bhairav, National Museum of Nepal, Basantpur Tower, Royal Botanical Garden, Tribhuvan Museum and Stone Inscription.
Things to do in Kathmandu
Visitors can head over to the huge array of religious temples and monasteries in the city such as Pashupatinath, Swayambunath, Budhanilkantha and Jagganath temples or Kopan Monastery and White Monastery. They can go hiking across the Himalayan Range or enjoy gambling at the Kathmandu casinos. Tourists can plan a family picnic at the Taudaha Lake or enjoy a nice peaceful evening at Garden of Dreams, Indra Chowk, Stone Inscription and Royal Botanical Garden. They can also visit Boudhanath Stupa or Kathesimbu Stupa and learn more about the history of Nepal.
Airport in Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport is an international airport operating IndiGo flights in Kathmandu. The airport receives its name in honour of Tribhuvan Bir Bikram Shah who was the former King of Nepal. The airport has a single domestic and international runway.
- Airport address: Ring Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
- Airport IATA code: KTM