David Debrincat

Kathmandu Holidays

Nestled at 1,350m high, Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal. Home to almost a million inhabitants, it's also the country's most densely populated town.

Visit Kathmandu

Unesco World Heritage
Place or Historical Monument
Romantic

Kathmandu: How to get there?

By foot, in the centre of Kathmandu / 200 km from Pokhara by car

Kathmandu: See when to go?

From October to May

Kathmandu: For how long?

One day

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Kathmandu: What to see nearby?

What our travellers think of their stay

Kathmandu is a wonderful city. Have you seen "The City of Lost Children" with its dreamlike images of badly lit streets at night? That's Kathmandu!

My suggestion

Make sure you wander down the streets of the Nepalese capital, explore the business quarters, find forgotten crafts workers, see blindingly white sheets drying the autumn sun...

Situated in the heart of Kathmandu, Durbar Square is the town's historic focal point. It's home to all the major monuments in the Nepalese capital.

My suggestion

You need permission to visit or even cross Durbar Square. It's best to get a multi-day pass to avoid paying every time you visit.

Located just six kilometres from the international airport, Kathmandu is both Nepal's capital and the country's most culturally interesting city.

My suggestion

Kathmandu is a booming, rapidly developing city. Discover the wonderful attractions and little-known treasures it has to offer and simply pay not attention to the pollution, the noise and the traffic jams.

Durbar Square in Kathmandu is opposite the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, the former royal residence on which numerous pagodas have been constructed.

My suggestion

If you're looking for cheap accommodation close to Durbar Square, go to Jhochhen Tole near to the Hanuman Dhoka. It used to be a hippy hangout and it's a great base from which to explore the area.

A visit to Durbar Square will plunge you into the cultural heart of Kathmandu. The area comprises of three neighbouring zones - Basantapur Square to the south, Durbar Square to the west and Makhan Tole to the northeast.

My suggestion

Try to get there as early as possible. You'll avoid hordes of tourists and you'll get a better feel for the place. What's more, the early morning light only enhances its beauty.

Nestled at 1,350m high, Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal. Home to almost a million inhabitants, it's also the country's most densely populated town.

My suggestion

If you're in Kathmandu at the end of February/beginning of March, make sure you see the Maha Shivaratri Festival in honour of Shiva and Holi, the famous festival of colour that celebrates the arrival of Spring.

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Boudhanath: a procession around the largest stupa in Nepal

A spiritual getaway, far from the hustle and bustle of Thamel. Situated just 5 kilometres from the city, Boudhanath is one of the most revered Buddhist shrines in Nepal.