Posts Tagged ‘Kathmandu’

Welcome: KMC’s Grand Plan: Vehicle-free Thamel

Some days ago, I read exhilarating news in a daily newspaper “Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is planning to launch a substantial project to declare Kathmandu Durbar Square (KDS) and Thamel as vehicle restricted areas. Although I am not a tourism entrepreneur or related to hotel industrialist, or a locale, I was very ... Full story

The Adventurous Flight to Lukla

The Adventurous Flight to Lukla
After about 35 minutes of flight from Kathmandu to Lukla on a DHC Twin Otter, the pilot was getting ready for the final approach. We could see through cluttered clouds nothing but hills all around us. Negotiating through several layers of clouds, the pilot cleared a high ridge, immediately banked lefts and started descending steeply. Few of us began praying; some were holding the seat ... Full story

Entry and Exit Points

Nepal - Entry and Exit Points The following is the list of entry and exit points for the foreigners entering into Nepal and departing from the country. Upon entry, the immigration officials stamps on your passports with the permit to enter and explore the Himalayan Kingdom. But before you leave the desk of the immigration official make sure to check the stamp and the date. Usually, the immigration offices at these entry and exit points are open 24 hours. Full story

Areas and Permits for Trekking Nepal

Areas and Permits for Trekking Nepal
See trekking areas in Nepal, required procedures and permits below. If you are ready to get started in planning your trek, send an inquiry to our Trekking Sponsors. Nepal Trekking Areas Where to Trek The entire length and breadth of the Kingdom is a paradise for trekkers. There are easy walks lasting a few days and there are strenuous expeditions that take several weeks. All of them have great scenery. Here are a few: Full story
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