Today, you can spend your time strolling across the area’s famous locations and sites. You can visit the Swayambhunath, Kasthamandap, Narayanhity Palace, Boudhanath, and Taleju Temple, as well. You can go shopping at Durbar Marg which is the heart of this city. The place is loaded with art galleries, eateries, and stores. It also connects to the Royal Palace of Narayanhity, which is another great location you must visit.
From Kathmandu you can also visit its sister towns namely, Lalitpur and Bhaktapur as well. Lalitpur is also known as Manigal. It is also called as the “City of Festival and Feast”. Apart from being host to many festivals, it is also known for its ancient art and stone carvings. Some famous locations here include Patan Dhoka, Mahavihara, Banglamukhi Temple, and Krishna Mandir. Bhaktapur or the “Place of Devotees” is also known as Khwopa. It is listed under the World Heritage Site for its preserved culture, temples, and history. The place is also known for stone carvings and antique art pieces. The city’s specialty also lies in its “Ju Ju Dhau”, a special yogurt. Some famous places include Layaku Durbar Square, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairab Nath Temple, Dattatreya Temple, Ta Pukhu and Changu Narayan.