At Durbar Square many holy men will ask you for money to take a picture. A true holy men won't ask you for it.
Written May 18, 2005
Many small villages, like Bungamati and Kokhana, are worth visiting. You can walk from one to another, it's only one hour or so. Interesting sights and friendly people will welcome you, for sure...!
Updated Feb 6, 2005
My suggestin to stay on the beaten track in this country as its bloody cold and its easy to get lost and die from the exteeme cold.
Updated Jan 7, 2004
Written Mar 10, 2003
When in Kathmandu, you should explore the city to have a feel on the actual daily life. Although the city is dusty, lively and chaotic, it is quite safe to walk around.
Written Sep 9, 2002
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Kathmandu The Ancient City - Dream Destination.

Yes finally I could come to Kathmandu. I had life time's experience today. I took that early morning Mountain flight and saw Mt.Everest besides other mountains for one full hour. I shall never be......
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After a long trip, visiting Mongolia, China and Tibet, I was lucky to stay for a few days in Kathmandu before flying back to Europe. We arrived in the Kathmandu Valley after a breathtaking flight...
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Kathmandu (Kantipur) - a royal capital.....still

Kathmandu owes its name from Kasthamandap (aka Pavilion of Wood), the oldest building in the entire valley, constructed around the 12th century, located in the Durbar square. Most of the cultural...
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Mountain Air & Himalayan Culture

Most unforgetable experience for me was taking the Everest flight along the Himalayan range. And then going to the cockpit of the airplane and seeing Mount Everest as close as I can. If you cannot...
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The early evening was cold and dark when we stood outside the airport waiting for our transport to Thamel. After a few minutes we were offered hotels, treks, excursions etc by the many touts around......
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