Nepal's capital is situated in a valley full of historic sites, ancient temples and shrines, golden pagodas and fascinating villages. Hotels, bars and restaurants cater to all budgets. Shops offer handicrafts, carpets and Nepali paper prints. Bus services, taxis and bicycles open up the city. Trek to see the Monkey Temple, the valley's oldest and most sacred shrine. Mingle with locals and animals amid Durbar Square's monuments and temples, or join mountain trekkers in the bustling Thamel District. Read about the famous Annapurna Circuit Trek, Nepal here
Kathmandu Travel Trips
Plan your trip When the Weather Is Fine
Packing Essentials
Be A Part of the Culture
Get Border Permits in Advance
Plan a viable Itinerary
Things to do in Kathmandu-
Explore Durbar Square
Experience Pashupatinath
Get Lost In Thamel
Chill In The Garden Of Dreams
Visit Boudhanath Stupa
Try The Local Food
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Kathmandu Facts
Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal.
The city was founded in the 2nd century CE.
Kathmandu was known as “Kantipur” and was later renamed.
The city was originally called Kantipur, meaning “city of glory.”
Kathmandu valley is home to the oldest community of inhabitants, the Newar.
Kathmandu is also known as the city of temples.
Kathmandu is home to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The city is home to numerous world heritage sites, including Durbar Square, the Swayambhunath Temple, and the Boudhanath Stupa.
The most famous temple in Kathmandu is the Pashupatinath Temple, a Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Pashupatinath.
The city covers an area of 49.45 square kilometers.
How to Reach
By Air
Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu is the only International airport in the region. There are a handful of airlines that operate daily from major Indian cities including Jet Airways, Indigo and Air India. Other airlines that connect Nepal to various international destinations are Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airlines, Silk Air, Oman Airlines, Air China, Air Asia, Fly Dubai and Air Arabia.
By Train
There are regular passenger and cargo trains that connect Sirsiya (Southern Nepal) and Raxaul (India). There is no visa requirement and this option is only open to Indians and Nepalese.
Officials have announced the launch of a direct passenger train between India and Nepal. The train would run from Jayanagar (Bihar) to Kurtha (Dhanusa District, South-eastern Nepal).
By Road
Bus is the most convenient option to reach Nepal from India. There are direct buses that operate between Delhi and Kathmandu. Travelling by car is also a common practice. You are required to pay a toll fee and a transport permit at the border crossing. Do not forget to collect the receipts as you might be asked at other checkpoints. Please note, there is a lot of traffic at the border that often makes the journey tedious.
