Kathmandu Nutz and Bolts
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Stumble It!City Name: Kathmandu Where is it located?: Kathmandu is in central Nepal on the Vishnumati river. Why do people go there: No longer the fabled Shangri-La or hidden oasis, Kathmandu has everything a modern city has problems with: pollution, touts, poverty. If you give it a few days, you will find the beauty underneath. How do travelers get there?: Most traveler arrive in Kathmandu at the international airport. Currency: Rupee City Code: 1 Other phone tips: Population: 1150000 Languages: Nepali Neighborhoods: Freak Street Attractions: Durbar Square, Hanuman Dhoka Accommodations: Kathmandu Hostels Tourist Office: Nepal Tourist_Office Off-the-beaten-path: Patan Health Issues: Altitude sickness, hepatitis, meningococcal meningitis, typhoid When to go: Given the many mountainous regions of Nepal, it's very important to check with weather conditions first. Broadly speaking, October through November and and late January through April are the best periods for trekking and exploring the mountain regions. Common Phrases: City Specific Events: Maha Shivaratri: March, Holi: March, Chaitra Dasain, April, Haribodhini Ekadashi: November, Tihar: November, Dasain: October How to get around?: Kathmandu is an easy walk. Otherwise rickshaws or taxis might be a good choice. Good to know: Nepal (and even the city of Kathmandu) is in a civil war. Check before going. --------
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