Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal and stands at an elevation of 1,400mtrs.  This city is a combination of ancient(2000 years old), new and unique. Streets are bustling with cars , motor cycles, bikes and rickshaws. It is hard to get used to the deafening horns that are constant. Funnily enough  cows  love to rest in the middle of a very congested road creating havoc in an already very congested and over populated city. Air poluttion is considered a very serious problem, mostly from industry, traffic and fumes.

Some attractions that one must visit are:

Pashupatinath temple is in the city boundaries and is considered the most sacred temple for Hindu . Cremation is done here and it’s were the spirit departs  the body. When the body is cremated it’s remains are thrown in the Bagmati river just beside the temple.

Boudnath Stupa is a Bhudist temple that consists of a white Dome with eyes looking in all directions right in the middle of a square. Around the temple monks and sisters go around the stupa turning prayer wheels while praying.

Swayambhunath also known as the monkey temple, mainly Budhist but also used by Hindus. Take the steps up to the temple and the reward is an amazing view of the city. When reaching the summit it’s like stepping back in time while walking through passages full of impressive monuments and stupas . Watch for the monkeys, they can be pests sometimes.

Patan and Bhaktapur, both these towns are a few kilometers away from the main city of Kathmandu. Both are   UNESCO world heritage sites. One can find Temples, monuments, shrines and all typical asian arcitecture and sculptures.

Try to visit one of the open markets in Kathmandu, it’s a unique experience full of colours, spices, teas and one can buy souvenirs and do some bargains!

Thamel is found in the heart of Kathmandu, it’s the most touristic area, full of hotels, restaurants, souvenir shops and travel agents were one can arrange some exhilarating tours like a climb to the Everest base camp.