Kathmandu
in Bāgmatī Zone of Central Region, Nepal

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Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
27.702 and 85.321 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 27° 42' 6" and E 85° 19' 14"
Currency and Currency Code:
Rupee - NPR
Spoken languages:
Nepali, English
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 05:28 PM (Sunday)
Timezone: Asia/Kathmandu
UTC/GMT offset: 5.75 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:26 am and 5:10 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-27.155 and -109.432 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hanga Roa
References
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Current travel safety evaluation for Nepal in Southern Asia

Safety Score: 3,3 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning please reconsider your need to travel to Nepal.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Nepal. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Explore Kathmandu

Kathmandu in Bāgmatī Zone (Central Region) with it's 1,442,271 inhabitants is located in Nepal. It's the capital of this country.

Local time in Kathmandu is now 05:28 PM (Sunday). The local timezone is named Asia / Kathmandu with an UTC offset of 5.75 hours. We know of 8 airports in the wider vicinity of Kathmandu. The closest airport in Nepal is Tribhuvan International Airport in a distance of 2 mi (or 4 km), East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in Nepal is Kathmandu Valley in a distance of 1 mi (or 1 km), West. If you need a place to sleep, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Depending on your travel schedule, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Bhaktapur, Nagarkot, Zham, Chongdui and Ramechhap. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 20°C / 67 °F

Morning Temperature 11°C / 52 °F
Evening Temperature 17°C / 62 °F
Night Temperature 12°C / 53 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 59%
Air Pressure 1015 hPa
Wind Speed Calm with 2 km/h (1 mph) from North-East
Cloud Conditions Clear sky, covering 0% of sky
General Conditions Sky is clear

Monday, 18th of November 2024

19°C (67 °F)
12°C (53 °F)
Sky is clear, light breeze, clear sky.

Tuesday, 19th of November 2024

20°C (67 °F)
12°C (53 °F)
Sky is clear, light breeze, clear sky.

Wednesday, 20th of November 2024

20°C (68 °F)
13°C (55 °F)
Light rain, light breeze, clear sky.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Baber Mahal Vilas

Address
0,5 mi
Tanka Prasad Ghumti Sadak
44600 Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hotel Yak & Yeti

Address
0,3 mi
Durbar Marg, GPO Box 1016
44600 Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: 13:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Hotel de l'Annapurna

Address
0,7 mi
Durbar Marg
Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


HOTEL SHANKER

Address
0,2 mi
Lazimpat
. Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Gokarna Forest Resort

Address
0,4 mi
Rajnikung, Gokarna, Thali
Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Himalaya Hotel

Address
1,1 mi
Pobox 2141, Sahid Sukra Marg
44600 Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Yatri Suites & Spa

Address
1,0 mi
Amrit Marg,Thamel Kathmandu Nepal
44600 Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Kantipur Temple House

Address
0,2 mi
Chusyabahal, Jyatha
14229 Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 0:00
Weekend: closed


Summit Hotel

Address
1,0 mi
KOPUNDOLE HEIGHT PO BOX 1406
44700 Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu

Address
1,0 mi
Tridevi Marg, KMC- 29, Thamel
Kathmandu
Nepal

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Kathmandu Valley

The Kathmandu Valley, located in Nepal, lies at the crossroads of ancient civilizations of Asia, and has at least 130 important monuments, including several places of pilgrimage for the Hindus and the Buddhists. There are seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites within this valley. Historically, only the Kathmandu Valley was referred to as "Nepal" by people who lived outside the valley.

Located at 27.704, 85.309 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Valleys of Nepal, World Heritage Sites in Nepal, Newar

Supreme Court of Nepal

The Supreme Court of Nepal is the highest court in Nepal. It has ultimate appellate jurisdiction over all Appellate and District court. The court consists of fourteen Justices and one Chief Justice.

Located at 27.697, 85.322 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Politics of Nepal, National supreme courts, Nepalese law

Dasarath Rangasala Stadium

Dasharath Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Tripureshwor, Kathmandu, Nepal. It is the Biggest stadium in Nepal. It is currently used mostly for football matches and cultural and entertainment programs. The stadium holds 25,000 spectators and seats 5,000 was built in 1956. Most of Nepal's national and international tournaments are held in this stadium. Martyr's Memorial League is also held in this ground every year. It is named after Dashrath Chand, one of the martyrs of Nepal.

Located at 27.6951, 85.3148 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Football venues in Nepal, Multi-purpose stadiums in Nepal

All Nepal National Free Students Union

The All Nepal National Free Students Union (Nepali: अखिल नेपाल राष्ट्रिय स्वतन्त्र विद्यार्थी युनियन, abbreviation अनेरास्ववियु) is a student based organisation in Nepal. The ANNFSU was founded in 1965. The original ANNFSU was later divided along ideological lines, and there are several organisations that emerged out of it. The main ANNFSU grouping today is politically tied to the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist).

Located at 27.7061, 85.3169 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Student wings of political parties in Nepal, Student wings of communist parties, Students' unions in Nepal

Singha Durbar

The Singha Durbar (literally, Lion Palace) in Kathmandu is the official seat of government of Nepal. Originally built by the Rana dynasty and it was known as the largest palace of Nepal. In 1904, claimed to be the biggest and most luxurious palace in Asia and until 1973 was the largest government secretariat in Asia.

Located at 27.6981, 85.3227 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Government of Nepal, Kathmandu, Palaces in Nepal, Prime ministerial residences

New Road of Kathmandu

New Road is the financial hub and busiest high street of Nepal. It refers to a four lane street in the center of Kathmandu, as well as the surrounding neighborhood. It is one of the busiest marketplaces in the city. Being near the midpoint of the ring road in Kathmandu, as well as the old center of Kathmandu, it is one of the central locations in the city.

Located at 27.7033, 85.3124 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Kathmandu

Nepal Stock Exchange

The Nepal Stock Exchange Limited (abbreviated as NEPSE) is the only Stock Exchange of Nepal. It is located in SinghaDurbar Plaza, Kathmandu Nepal. On November 19, 2011 the equity market capitalization of the companies listed on NESPE was approximately US$ 3674.64 million.

Located at 27.698, 85.32 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Economy of Nepal, Companies of Nepal, Stock exchanges in Asia

Dharahara

Dharahara, also called Bhimsen Tower, is a nine story (61.88m) tall tower at the center of Sundhara, Kathmandu. It is situated in the historical city of Kathmandu, and is a part of Architecture of Kathmandu recognized by UNESCO. It was built in 1832 by the Prime Minister of the time, Bhimsen Thapa of Nepal. Bhimsen Thapa built the tower under the orders of Queen Lalit Tripura Sundari. The tower has a spiral staircase containing 213 steps.

Located at 27.7006, 85.3117 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Buildings and structures in Nepal

Ranipokhari

Ranipokhari (also known as Lani Pukhu or Rani Pokhari), is the artificial square-shaped pond with the temple of Shiva in the middle, known as Matrikeshwor Mahadev. Ranipokhari lies in the heart of Kathmandu, with 10–15 minutes walk from Kathmandu Durbar Square. The pond was constructed during the reign of King Pratap Malla in 1727 B.

Located at 27.7078, 85.3154 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Kathmandu

Tundikhel

Tundikhel is an open space in the centre of Kathmandu surrounded by the Sahid Gate, NAC, Bir Hospital and Ratna Park. It is under the custody of government where people can sit and play there. It is around half a square kilometer with a perimeter of about 2 kilometers. It is traditionally used for military parades and major national ceremonies.

Located at 27.702, 85.3152 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Kathmandu

National integrated college

The National Integrated College (NIC) is a private higher secondary institution in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Located at 27.7066, 85.3256 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Universities and colleges in Nepal

Durbar marg

Durbar Marg or Durbarmarg (Nepali: दरबारमार्ग; informally known as King's way) is a street in Nepali city of Kathmandu. It is considered as the heart of Kathmandu city. As it leads to the former Royal Palace of Narayanhiti, Durbar Marg is also known as King's way among foreigners. It is a famous tourist area after Thamel. Durbar Marg, is a posh area of Kathmandu with luxury hotels, restaurants serving international cuisines, pricey boutiques, travel agencies and airline offices.

Located at 27.7126, 85.318 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Kathmandu

Districts of the same city

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Other districts

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