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Pashupatinath Temple
Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.
Boudhanath
Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Learn about the local history of Bhaktapur when you take a trip to Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
Patan Durbar Square
Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.
Swayambhunath
Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.
Garden of Dreams
Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.
Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station
Learn about the local history of Chandragiri when you take a trip to Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
Kopan Monastery
Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.
Areas of Kathmandu Valley
Thamel
Unique features of Thamel include the shopping and cafes. Make a stop by Ballys Casino or Garden of Dreams while you're exploring the area.
Lazimpat
Get to know Lazimpat by checking out its gardens, restaurants and historical sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Ballys Casino or Narayanhity Palace Museum during your time in the area.
Boudhha
Unique features of Boudhha include the gardens and spas. Make a stop by Riverbanks of the Bagmati or Gorakhnath Temple while you're exploring the area.
Jhamsikhel
Jhamsikhel might not have many top sights, but Patan Zoo and Pachali Bhairab & the Southern Ghats are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
New Baneshwor
While visiting New Baneshwor, you might make a stop by sights like Seto Macchendranath Temple and Vaisha Dev (Toothache Tree).
Sundhara
While visiting Sundhara, you might make a stop by sights like Kathmandu Civil Mall and Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara).
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- Pashupatinath Temple
- Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Durbar Marg
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Patan Durbar Square
- Swayambhunath
- Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park
- Garden of Dreams
- Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station
- Chandragiri Cable Car Top Station
- Kathmandu Civil Mall
- Kopan Monastery
- Bodhnath Stupa
- Freak Street
- Changu Narayan Temple
- Narayanhity Palace Museum
- Buddha Peace Park
- Indra Chowk
- Patan Zoo
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