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Kathmandu Travel
Kathmandu City got its name from a structure in Durbar Square called Kaasthamandap, meaning "wood covered shelter". The city is also sometimes called "kantipur" by the Newars, the native people of Kathmandu. The city has a temperate climate and experiences 4 seasons in a year. It has an altitude of 1336 meters above the sea level. Each and every customs, traditions, art and literature are all based on the city of Kathmandu’s spirituality. They were formed since ancient times and have further enriched the local artistic tradition. As you travel in the city, you will notice the high level of craftsmanship and exquisite work of art of their ancient local artisans. Many tourists describe the city as a huge ancient living museum. Kathmandu has a remarkable wealth of architectural structures. It does not only comprise hundreds of temples, stupas and open shrines but 106 monastic courtyards as well. The most amazing cultural wealth of Kathmandu is located in the middle of the city. The flamboyant and majestic structures that stand in the city are intimately linked with the day to day lives of the Nepali. The temples provide places for worship and are the location for annual feasts which are 133 feasts in a year. UNESCO listed four of the temple locations as World Heritage Sites. The four locations of the temples are the Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath and Bouddhanath. Simple Kathmandu Facts: |
