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Thamel

4/5(282 area reviews)

Discover a bustling tourist hotspot in Kathmandu Valley, where narrow alleys offer shopping for trekking gear, handicrafts, and souvenirs. Enjoy various amenities like budget hotels, restaurants, and travel agencies in this walkable area.

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Boudhha

4/5(26 area reviews)

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

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Lazimpat

4/5(30 area reviews)

Gardens, restaurants, and historic sites are some highlights of Lazimpat. You might stop by Ballys Casino or Narayanhity Palace Museum while you're in the area.

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Sinamangal

3.5/5(16 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Sinamangal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Royal Nepal Golf Course and Pashupatinath Temple.

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Sundhara

If you're spending some time in Sundhara, Kathmandu Civil Mall and Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara) are top sights worth seeing.

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Jhamsikhel

Though Jhamsikhel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Patan Zoo and Pachali Bhairab & the Southern Ghats.

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