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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Kathmandu

19 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Kathmandu, Nepal

Updated September 14, 2023

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Swayambhunath Monkey Temple

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Swayambhunath Monkey Temple

Sacred Buddhist home of some spiritual monkeys.
Garden of Dreams.

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The Garden of Dreams

This elegant neoclassical garden is a peaceful oasis in the middle of the Nepalese capital.
Boudhanath Stupa

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Boudhanath Stupa

One of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world keeps an eye out in every direction.
Kala Bhairava at Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu, Nepal

Kathmandu Durbar Square

This historic square in Nepal is home to temples dating back to the third century.
Coins nailed into the shrine.

Kathmandu, Nepal

The Toothache Tree

Nailing a coin to this holy stump is just another way to ask the gods for relief from dental pain.
Grounds of the museum

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Taragaon Museum

This Kathmandu museum, built in an Austrian modernist style, looks like a set from Star Wars.
Scarlet minivet

Kathmandu, Nepal

Ranibari Community Forest

This conservation area filled with colorful birds is the last community forest within the city of Kathmandu.
World cup 2011 of Elephant Polo.

Kathmandu, Nepal

Tiger Tops

Former host to the World Elephant Polo Championships.
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