Kathmandu
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Kathmandu is the capital and largest city of Nepal. It is known for its many attractions and its nice weather. The King's Palace is located in the city as well as other monuments and other landmarks. It is a famous destination for tourists.
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Sights to See
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Shopping Spree
Khukuri House - a local craft store selling khukuri, a Nepalese blade once used by soldiers. The blade is a known icon of Nepal and is an excellent souvenir for knife enthusiasts. Their website warns potential customers that there may be other stores with the same name selling imitations of their blades.
- Address:
- Khukuri House
- Sat Ghumti
- Thamel, Kathmandu
- Nepal
- Phone: 00977-01-4701314
- Website: www.khukuriblades.com
- E-mail: info@khukuriblades.com
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Accommodations
Five and Four Stars Hotel
- Hyatt Regency Hotel Kathmandu - a 5-star hotel away from the chaos of the city. It is 4 km from the international airport and is situated near some major attractions of Kathmandu.
- Address:
- Hyatt Regency Kathmandu
- PO Box 9609, Taragaon, Boudha,
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- Tel: +977 1 449 1234
- Fax: +977 1 449 0033
- Website: kathmandu.regency.hyatt.com
- Soaltee Crowne Plaza Hotel - a luxurious hotel called a legendary landmark. It is one of the largest hotels in Nepal, covering 11 acres of land.
- Address: PO Box 97, Tahachal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Two and Three Stars
- Kathmandu Guest House - a hotel located in the heart of the tourist industry in Kathmandu. It is popular among tourists and is situated in Thamel, a popular tourist destination.
- Address: P.O. Box 21218, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Tel: (++977 1) 470 06 32 / 470 07 33
- Fax: (++977 1) 470 01 33
- E-mail: info@ktmgh.com or info@kghhotels.com
- Website: www.ktmgh.com/kgh/default.php
- Hotel Ambassador - a 2-3 star hotel located near the Royal Palace and major embassies in Nepal. It is 7 km from the airport and is minutes away from downtown. It is also just a short distance from Thamel, a tourist hub in Nepal.
- Address: Lazimpath, P.O. Box 2769, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Backpackers and Budget Lodge
- Tibet Peace Guest House - an affordable guest house with an open garden. It is located west of Thamel, away from the hustle but only a couple of minutes away from its center.
- Address: Paknajol, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Tel: 00977 1 4381026
- Fax: 00977 1 4381165
- E-mail: tpghouse@wlink.com.np
- Website: www.tibetpeace.com
- Hotel Ganesh Himal - a hotel about 15 minutes from the airport and a few minutes from the Durbar Square and the Thamel tourist scene.
- Address: Chhetrapati, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Tel: 977-1-4263416, 4263598
- Fax: 977-1-4263416, 4263598
- E-mail: htlganesh@wlink.com.np
- Website: www.ganeshhimal.com
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Dining Places
- Kilroy's - a restaurant serving a wide variety of food. They also specialize in wine and other drinks. Kilroy's also has another branch called K-Too beer and steak house.
- Address: Jyatha Street, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Tel: 977-1-250441, 250440
- Fax:977-1-250440
- E-mail: atcon@wlink.com.np
- Website: www.kilroygroup.com
- Rum Doodle - a restaurant located in Thamel able to accommodate large groups. They may offer customized menus to customers.
- Address: P.O. Box 989 Thamel, Kathmandu
- Tel: 977-1-414336
- Fax: 977-1-227068
- E-mail: hjtrek@mos.com.np
- Website: www.therumdoodle.com
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