What to do in Kathmandu Valley

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Kopan Monastery showing a temple or place of worship
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Kathmandu Valley
Boudhanath which includes a city
Garden of Dreams showing a fountain

Kathmandu Valley Tourist Attractions & Activities

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What to do in Kathmandu Valley


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Garden of Dreams showing a fountain

Thamel

4/5(64 area reviews)

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.

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Lazimpat

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

Get to know Lazimpat by checking out its gardens, restaurants and historical sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Narayanhity Palace Museum or Durbar Marg during your time in the area.

Lazimpat
Boudhanath which includes a city

Boudhha

5/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Boudhha include the gardens and spas. Make a stop by Boudhanath or Bodhnath Stupa while you're exploring the area.

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Sundhara

While visiting Sundhara, you might make a stop by sights like Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara) and Kathmandu Civil Mall.

Sundhara
Pashupatinath Temple which includes a city

Gaushala

2/5(2 area reviews)

Though Gaushala may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pashupatinath Temple and Royal Nepal Golf Course.

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Jhamsikhel

Jhamsikhel might not have many top sights, but Patan Zoo and Dasarath Rangasala Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jhamsikhel

 

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