The Kathmandu, Nepal City Guide, for Tourists by Tourists | Ep. #09 | Essentials to Know
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Asan Bazaar
Market · Asan
Go early morning to avoid crowds, or just before sunset to see a typical shopping day; phone signal is weak in the narrow lanes.
Swayambhunath
Temple · Swayambhu
Arrive before sunrise, when monkeys rush to the top as the sun breaks, and walk clockwise around the stupa.
Pashupatinath Temple
Temple · Gaushala
Non-Hindus can't enter the main temple; hiring a guide at the entrance is strongly recommended, and shoulders and knees should be covered.
Boudhanath Stupa
Temple · Boudha
Rooftop cafes around the stupa are ideal for people-watching; it can be combined with Pashupatinath in one day.
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Historic site · Basantapur
Includes a 12 ft stone carving that serves as a divine witness; the on-site museum is worth a visit if time allows.
Akash Bhairav Temple
Temple · Indra Chowk · brief mention
Several stalls around the temple sell sweet, creamy lassi.
Patan Durbar Square
Historic site · Patan
A set of stairs to a building rooftop gives free aerial views over the whole square.
Patan Museum
Museum · Patan · brief mention
Bhaktapur
Day trip · Bhaktapur
Changu Narayan Temple
Temple · Changunarayan · brief mention
Nagarkot
Day trip · Nagarkot · brief mention
Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park
Park · Budhanilkantha
About a 45-minute drive from the city, a good escape from the noise.
Chandragiri Cable Car
Activity · Chandragiri
Narayanhiti Palace Museum
Museum · Durbarmarg
Garden of Dreams
Park · Kaiser Mahal
Rani Pokhari
Historic site · Ranipokhari · brief mention
