All about Kathmandu
Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, is a major tourist hub. It encompasses many UNESCO World Heritage sites. The city attracts tourists from various parts of the world. Known for its beautiful Hindu and Buddhist shrines it is especially a great place for spiritual seekers. It is also the hub for Nepal’s art and culture.
Here are things Kathmandu is best known for:
- Durbar Square –It showcases the beautiful traditional architecture and engineering of Kathmandu. There are many temples in this complex.
- Boudhanath Stupa – Boudhanath Stupa is one of the most revered places in Kathmandu. It boasts of a brilliant architecture and offers spiritual bliss.
- Thamel – This lively place is the commercial hub of the city. It encompasses the best pubs, restaurants, street shops, cultural monuments and a lot more that attracts tourists and locals alike.
- Swayambhunath Temple – This magnificent white coloured temple shines bright. It mainly attracts Buddhist and Tibetan tourists.
- Swapna Bageecha – Also known as the garden of dreams, this is a spectacular neo-classical garden. Constructed back in 1920, it houses a big amphitheatre, beautiful pavilions, gorgeous pathways, urns and ponds.
Airport in Kathmandu
Kathmandu has a well-constructed and well-maintained airport that has been named after the former King of Nepal, Tribhuvan Bir Bikram Shah. Tribhuvan International Airport offers flights to several domestic and international destinations including Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong, Kuwait, Chengdu, Kuala Lumpur, Bangalore, Delhi, Dhaka, Muscat and Istanbul to name a few. It connects Nepal to 17 countries around the world.
- Airport address- Tribhuvan International Airport, Ring Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
- IATA code- KTM