Witness Kathmandu: The city of temples
The capital city of Nepal was founded after draining the lakes in an enormous valley. It has elaborated wood carvings, exquisite metal craft and admirable architecture. Kathmandu is known for its diversity and co-habitation of followers of Buddhism and Hinduism. There are elegant temples in Pagoda style. You will come across stupas from the 18th Century and modern urban architecture similar to a metropolitan city.
The city has retreating massage parlours, fun live music sessions, yoga and meditation classes for spirituality and night clubs for partying. You will find ample cuisine options to relish your taste buds. Whether you like Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Mexican, India, Italian or Korean, you can visit any restaurant within a short radius.
Places to visit in Kathmandu
- Durbar Square – This is one of the most-visited tourist spots and a UNESCO World Heritage. It was once the courtyard for the royal palace.
- Boudhanath Stupa – It is one of the most important Buddhist stupas in Nepal. Its colossal white mandala is a beauty to behold against the Himalayas.
- Pashupatinath Temple – Situated on the banks of the Bagmati River, this is not just a tourist spot but also an important shrine of Lord Shiva and a collection of temples.
- Swayambhunath Temple – Sitting on a hill-top to the northwest of Kathmandu valley, the temple gives a beholding view of the city landscape. It is popularly known as ‘Monkey Temple’.
- Chandragiri – With cultural significance and natural beauty, this hill-top location is less than an hour ride away from the city.
- Kopan Monastery – It is one of the best and most profound places for people looking for a spiritual retreat.
You can also plan your itinerary around places like Garden of Dreams, Langtang National Park, Hanuman Dhoka, Bushanilkantha Temple and Kathmandu Fun Park.
Airport in Kathmandu
Tribhuvan International Airport located in Kathmandu operates with a tabletop runway. It connects the city with more than 40 destinations across the globe. The airport is well-maintained. All the safety and hygiene measures are being taken here to ensure passenger security.
- Airport address: Tribhuvan International Airport, Ring Rd, Kathmandu-44600, Nepal
- IATA code: KTM