Kathmandu Valley is often touted as a “living museum” because of the fact that in many places of the valley life continues as centuries before, and antiques abound in every nook and corner of towns and villages
The biggest Nepali festival, Dashain, is known as a 10-day festival, but it actually ends on the 15th day, the day of Kojagrata Purnima.
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Very rare video footage of Nepalis celebrating Indra Jatra festival, biggest street festival of Nepal, with much rejoice, singing, dancing and chariot procession in Kathmandu.
Kid's birthday party in a beautiful #Kailash Hall at #Hotel Shanker, various venue options for birthday celebration at any age, with all information to plan and host birthday party or any other events.
We stayed at Shanker hotel at katmandu. The hotel itself is really large and has a big garden. It was builded when Rana family was a prime minister. Mr Shrestra, the manager had given us a really friendly welcome. Everyday here they have a wedding party of Nepalese hi-society, we were so excited to see the groom sat charmingly on the horse came along with a bunch of people and music. everyone seems very happy celebrating in the dining hall and durbar hall every night.
In 1964 A.D., Late Mr. Ram Shanker Shrestha bought this Palace and converted into the hotel as we know today. Operations were started with a 23 rooms and gradually expanded to its full capacity.
Perspective view of the Himalayas and Mount Everest as seen from space, Nepal boasts 8 of the 10 highest mountains in the world.... and so on and so forth.
Can you spot Mt. Everest in this picture? (click the photo to see the answer)
Kathmandu is full of vibrant and colourful hotels for both trekkers and dharma seekers, however the Shanker Hotel is seriously authentic and must not be missed. The outside needs a little paint and the barman doesn’t know how to make a mojito, but it’s not often you can eat, drink, sleep and be treated like royalty at a historic Kathmandu palace. Expedia’s travellers love Nepal, it’s one of the hottest destinations at the moment, and with hotels like the Shanker that ooze old world charm and sophistication – it is no wonder.
The form of greeting in Nepal is “Namaste” performing by joining both palms together. It literally means “the divine in me salutes the divine in you”.
1 – Do not trek alone. There have been numerous disappearances of solo trekkers in recent years. Always hire a guide or trek with other people. There are online forums where travelers can look for fellow-trekkers. This applies to everyone but especially women that are travelling single – they seem to more vulnerable. Always communicate your travel plans to your next of kin.
2 – Food safety - Avoid water that is not bottled or boiled. Avoid raw vegetables and pre-cut fruit as much as possible.
Thamel has been the centre of the tourist industry in Kathmandu for over four decades starting from the hippie movement when many artists came to Nepal and spent weeks in Thamel. Also situated in Thamel is the Garden of Dreams - a historical neo-classical garden that was built in 1920.
Guests can walk to Thamel from Hotel Shanker. It is less than 1 km away - about 10-12 minutes walking. Alternatively, a taxi ride would take less than 5 minutes.