KATHMANDU: LAND OF GODS AND MOUNTAINS
Today, at the 5-star Asia Gardens Hotel & Thai Spa, we bring you to one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Nepal due to the number of people that visit it and go there for an unbeatable cultural experience: Kathmandu.
The largest city in Nepal and also the capital; an ancient city where there is a large number of Buddhist temples and palaces, as well as numerous extraordinary spots we should not miss out on.
1. KATHMANDU VALLEY: there are 130 important monuments in this valley, and it is a crossroads of ancient Asian civilizations. Some parts of it have been named Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
2. THAMMEL DISTRICT: this is the district with most tourists in Kathmandu, and the largest number of shops and restaurants; it is also the busiest. This magical city is vibrant and a little prone to chaos.
3. DURBAR SQUARE: also known as Basantapur Durbar Square, is where the royal palace is located, and is one of the places named Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
The literal translation of Durbar Square is “place of palaces”. It is surrounded by patrimonial buildings representing four reigns (Kantipur, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur and Kirtipur).
4. MONKEY TEMPLE: it is said that the best time to visit this emblematic and popular temple is at dusk. It consists of an ancient building located at the top of a hill. The most important feature of this temple are its monkeys, considered holy, and cannot be disturbed.
5. TEMPLE OF BOUDHANATH PASHUPATINATH: is the oldest and most important temple in the area. It is also the holiest in the country alongside Swayambhu (INCLUIR LINK A ESTE LUGAR). At approximately 7 every morning, a ritual is held. The ritual consists of circling the “estupa” a few times as you say “Om Mani Padme Um”.
6. “GARDEN OF DREAMS” PARK: An ideal place to rest, go for a stroll or have a drink after having been walking around Thammel. It only costs 250 rupees to go in (around 2 euros).
7. NEPALESE CUISINE: There is something nobody should miss out on, the numerous traditional Nepalese dishes, such as “Dal Bath” (boiled rice, lentil, vegetables and potato soup) and “Rotis” (a type of bread) baked in artisan ovens.
Kathmandu is a city where you can lose yourself and live a unique experience. If you wish to live the cultural experience of the Asian continent, at our luxury resort Asia Gardens Hotel & Thai Spa, we will make you feel as if you were there. Come visit us!
