
Dedicated to the Hindu monkey god, Hanuman, this impressive palace complex was originally constructed between the 4th and 8th centuries and then expanded considerably in the 17th. Spread over 5 acres,...
Destination | Distance (approx.) | Duration (approx.) | |
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Varanasi City Centre | 24 km | 53 min | |
Kanyakumari City Centre | km | min | |
Gorakhpur | 205 km | 334 min | |
Ghazipur | 90 km | 160 min | |
Gaya | 280 km | 390 min |
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Dedicated to the Hindu monkey god, Hanuman, this impressive palace complex was originally constructed between the 4th and 8th centuries and then expanded considerably in the 17th. Spread over 5 acres,...
Kathmandu\u0027s central square is a breathtaking sight, packed with palaces, temples, shrines, and pagodas. The colours, sounds and smells are intoxicating as what seems like the whole city passes th...
Dating back as far as the 12th century, this unique Buddhist monastery gets its name from the many decorative gold plates covering much of the facade. It is located in Patan, to the south of the city,...
This temple, located northeast of central Kathmandu, is the largest stupa in the country and the most important Tibetan Buddhist temple outside Tibet. After the Chinese occupation of Tibet, thousands ...
West of the city of Kathmandu lies this cluster of temples, shrines and other religious structures, one of the oldest and holiest places in the whole country, revered by Buddhists and Hindus alike. Al...
The ideal place to escape the hectic rhythm and constant bustle of the city, the Garden of Dreams provides a refuge for nature lovers. This small garden, with its beautifully decorated gates, fountain...
This red-brick building is the home of the Kumari, a young girl chosen as the city\u0027s \u0027living goddess\u0027, a charge she occupies until reaching puberty. Inside is a wonderful courtyard (con...
Nepal\u0027s National Museum houses exhibits with wonderful treasures, ranging from Buddhist art (containing statues, paintings and gigantic manuscripts) to stone, metal and terracotta statues, the hi...
The Nepalese civil war tore the country apart for ten years at the turn of the 21st century. This powerful photo exhibition displays images of children affected by the violence and some of the brave p...
Just outside Kathmandu, in the village of Kapan, lies this Buddhist monastery, the perfect place for a day-trip, or even to spend a few nights in one of the guest rooms. Famed for its beautiful settin...
This vegetarian restaurant is popular with tourists and locals alike, offering light Middle Eastern dishes in a stylish and intimate setting. Patrons must take off their shoes at the entrance, and all...
For a touch of local cuisine, it doesn\u0027t get much better than Yak. It is a favourite among locals, backpackers and travelers alike, serving up Nepalese, Tibetan and Indian dishes in an unpretenti...
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Emergency: 100
Currency
Nepalese rupee 1 NPR = 100 paisa
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OpeningHours
Nepalese businesses are typically open 7 days a week. Banks open Sunday to Friday 9am-3pm, and Saturday 9am-12pm. Shops usually open at around 10am and close at 8pm and usually remain closed on Saturdays. Bars and restaurants close at 10pm, since music in public places is forbidden after that, but some bars and clubs stay open until midnight.
Population
1,000,000
TouristInformation
Nepal Tourism Board - Tourist Service Center Bhrikuti Mandap, Kathmandu +977 1 4256909 info@ntb.org.np
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