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Kathmandu is the capital
city of Nepal. Which is situated at an altitude of 1336m above
thesea level and covers an area of 218 squar miles. with three
historic, artistic and cultural towns namely Kathmandu, Patan
and Bhaktapur together form what is known as the `Kathmandu
Valley'. Kathmandu is the hub of Nepal's traditional culture
and arts. This is the place for rest,
relaxation and easy-day sightseeing of historic and artistic
temples and monuments, and mountain views. Being the capital
city of Nepal, it offers much services including international
airlines, hotels and other facilities. One also enjoys Kathmandu
for night life, shopping and of course for the mountain views.
Once a separate kingdom in itself, it contains four major cities,
Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur and Kiritipur. The valley looks
like a medieval city. It is a city of temples and shrines where
worship of God and Goddesses is a part of daily life. The Pagoda
was invented here which was later exported to China and Japan.
The top attractions of Kathmandu include the Durbar Square that
is the heart of the city. There are more than 50 Temples and
shrines within a few blocks of Durbar means "palace" and it
was from the Royal Palace on the square that the kings of Nepal
once ruled. The valley is rich in places of both Hindu and Buddhist
pilgrimage. These two religions have been quite brotherly residing
within the kingdom since time immemorial.
Kathmandu is known As - The Capital
of Nepal
- City of Temples
- Woodmandu
- Catmando
Total Popullation of Kathmandu Approx
1 Million.
Nearly 4% of Nepal's total population
(26 Million) is in Kathmandu.
Total Area 218 square miles (351 square Kilometer)
Altitude 133 meter to 1350 meter
Median Age of Marriage 22 Male, 20 Female
Life Expectancy Male 58, Female 57
Did you know that Nepal is the only country
in the world where Male has higher life expectancy? Drinking
Water Problem Inspite of Nepal having abundant water resources,
Kathmandu has never-ending water shortage problem. Do not
drink water straight from the tap as underground water pipes
have high deadly metal and arsnic contents. Boil water, filter
it using standard water-filter before use.
Pollution
Kathmandu is Nepal's most polluted city caused
mainly by emissions from the industries, vehicle fuel combustion,
and resuspension of road dust, also due to infficient waste
management. The city's air is vonuerable due to its bowl-like
topography preventing air particles being dispurshed. Some
wear masks, and some don't. But if it feels right for you,
wear it while walking in Kathmandu!
Emergency Telephone Numbers for Kathmandu
Tourist police: 4247041
Police: 100
Teaching Hospital: 4412303 and 4412404
Nepal International Clinic: 4412842
HOTELS IN NEPAL Kathmandu
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| Hanuman Dhoka and Kathmandu Durbar Square:
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It is the site of the Hanuman
Dhoka Palace Complex, which was the royal Nepaleseesidence until
the 19th century and where important ceremonies, such as the
coronation of the Nepalese monarch, still take place today.
The complex of palaces, courtyards and temples that are built
between the 12th and the 18th centuries by the ancient Malla
Kings of Nepal. The palace complex is divided into two main
chowks, or courtyards, and was initially constructed in the
16th century, although subsequent additions were  made
in the Shah (Gurkha) dynasty in the 18th century and by the
Rana rulers in the 19th century. An intriguing piece here is
the 17 th century stone inscription that is set into the wall
of the palace with writings in 15 languages.It is believed that
if anybody deciphers this entire inscription, the milk would
flow from the spout, which lies just below the inscripted stone
wall. Some people say that the inscription contains coded directions
to a treasure King Pratap Malla has buried beneath Mohan chowk
of Durbar Square. There are some of the interesting things to
visit in this Square like, Taleju Temple, Kal Bhairab, Nautalle
Durbar, Coronation Nasal Chowk, the Gaddi Baithak, the statue
of King Pratap Malla, the Big Bell, Big Drum and the Jagnnath
Temple.
Entrance fee Rs.300 per person |
| Pashupati Nath Temple: |
It is situated 5 km Northeast
of Kathmandu situated at the bank of the holy Bagmati River.The
Temple of Pashupatinath, dedicated to Shiva in his incarnation,
as lord of all animals- including man is Nepal’s holiest and
most important Hindus Temple. The Temple and the complex around
it are revered by believers from Nepal and India as the holiest
shrine of Hinduism. Shiva the most scared of Hindu gods is commonly
worshiped in the form of a Shiva-lingam, a phallic symbol that
is usually displayed atop a base called a yoni, symbol of female
genitals. Pashupatinath, is always bustling with the activities
of devotees and pilgrims, congregations attending funeral services
(if you are lucky you can observe Hindu system of cremation).
The Temple of Lord Pashupatinath stands in the middle of an
open courtyard. It is a square shaped Pagoda Temple built on
a single platform measuring 23.6m from the ground. There are
gilt doors on all four sides of the Temple. Inside the Temple
there is a narrow walk engulfing the sanctum from where one
can have a closer view of the Shivalinga. Only Hindus are permitted
to enter the main courtyard of the temple. Tourists other than
Hindu can view the temple from the eastern side of the Bagmati
River. By the way, Bagmati River is not wide at all, either
with brave waters.
Entrance fee Rs.500
per person |
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Swyambhu Nath Stupa: Top |
It is situated 2 km west of
Kathmandu city, near the Bishnumati river. Swayambhunath Stupa
goes back to the legendary beginning of the Kathmandu Valley.
The legend says that when the bodhisattva Manjushri drained
the waters o f
the lake to reveal the Kathmandu valley, the lotus of the lake
was transformed into the hillock and the blazing light became
the Swayambhu stupa. The main gate of the stupa leads to the
steep stairs, which is indeed a traditional ancient pilgrim
route. It's really wonderful to climb up the worn stone steps,
365 in all,that leads straight up to the top, where Swayambhunath's
painted eyes peer down at all comers.
The hillock offers a commanding view of Kathmandu city. On clear
days, one can even view a line of Himalayan peaks. The view
is splendid at dusk as city lights flicker one by one, and even
better when a full moon hangs in the sky.
Entrance fee Rs.250
per person
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| Buddha Nath Stupa: |
It is situated about 6 km to
the east of Kathmandu, which is the biggest stupa in the Valley.
The stupa, well known as Khasti, is also known as the World
Heritage Site. It looms 36 meters high and presents one of the
most fascinating specimens of stupa design with hundreds of
prayer wheels and 108 small images of Buddha all around.
The legend says that King Man Dev belonging to the Lichhabi
dynasty built the ancient colossal Chhorten in the 6th century
AD. It rests on a series of three terraces and from the bird's
eye view it takes the relevant shape of a lotus flower, which
indeed remains a very holy object for the devout Buddhists of
the entire world. The Chhorten is surrounded by a circular market,
which forms a part of Tibet Town. In this case also the four
directions, meaning to keep a diligent watch over the people
and their commitments all day all night. The Chhorten embraces
the authentic philosophy of Mahayan the faith of which is known
as Lamaism in Sikkim, Ladakh, Bhutan and Tibet.
Entrance fee Rs.250
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| Budanil Kantha Temple:
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It is situated about 8 km north
of Kathmandu valley, at the base of Shivapuri hill. The temple
onsists of a pond in which lies a 5 meter (17 feet) long great
stone figure of the Hindu god Vishnu reclining on the coils
of a cosmic snakes. The huge statue of sleeping Vishnu is carved
from the single block of black stone of a type not found in
the valley. It is believed that ages before the two hardworking
farmers (hus band
and wife) discovered the statue when they were ploughing their
field. Besides Budhanilkantha temple, there are other two sets
of exactly similar, but smaller statues of 'sleeping Vishnu'
in the Valley. One set is in the Balaju garden and the other
is hidden in the old garden of Hanuman Dhoka Palace of Kathmandu
city. A prophetic dream of King Pratap Malla generated the belief
that the King of Nepal should never visit Buddhanilkantha temple
on threat of death. He then built the similar statue in two
places. Early morning is the best time to visit the temple.
The priest performs daily puja around nine o' clock in the morning.
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| Dakshanikali Temple: Top |
The temple of
Dakshinkali is situated about 18 km. south from Kathmandu and
just 2 km. of Shekha Narayan. It is dedicated to one of the
most important Hindu Goddess Kali and is one of the most popular
places of wors hip
in Kathmandu. Pilgrims visits this temple to offer their prayer
and animal sacrifices to the goddess. The shrine is especially
crowded on Tuesdays and Saturdays when animal sacrifices are
offered to the deity. Besides, this place has been developed
as a popular picnic spot and the nearby, is a lovely temple
to the Tantric Goddess Bajrayogini and a meditation cave of
the Buddhist teacher "Guru Rimpoche" (Padmasambhava).
Shekha Narayan is situated between Chobhar and Dakshinkali the
temple of Shekha Narayan represents one of the four Narayans
of the Kathmandu Valley. The other three Narayans are Changu
Narayan of Bhaktapur, Visankhu Narayan of Patan and Ichangu
Narayan of Kathmandu. |
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