Solo in Kathmandu - NOT What I Expected | This is what Kathmandu is REALLY LIKE

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  1. Kathmandu Durbar Square

    Historic site · Basantapur · brief mention

  2. Bhaktapur

    Day trip · Bhaktapur

    The local bus from Kathmandu takes about two hours, and entry costs 500 rupees.

  3. Bhaktapur Durbar Square

    Historic site · Bhaktapur

    Try juju dhau, the 'king of yogurts' and a Bhaktapur specialty, plus local street snacks nearby.

  4. Swayambhunath

    Temple · Swayambhu

    The complex is much bigger than the main stupa, and it was a filming location for Doctor Strange.

  5. Patan Durbar Square

    Historic site · Patan

    Ticket is 250 rupees for Indians and covers the Royal Palace and museum; local festival processions gather here around sunset.

  6. Patan Museum

    Museum · Patan

    Entry is included in the Patan Durbar Square pass; going inside is strongly recommended.

  7. Pashupatinath Temple

    Temple · Gaushala

    Foreigners pay 1,000 rupees, while Indians enter free; no electronics are allowed inside.

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