As Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal it is home to the government offices, corporate houses, embassies and the palace.
The old palace of Newar kings, Kathmandu Dubar Square, a renowned world heritage site. Next to Thamel is the Shah King’s Palace.
Thamel is well known for the most attractive shopping centers and attractive hotels. In the field of culture, history and Newari civilization Kathmandu is the most read text in South Asia.
There is plenty of Hindu and Buddhist palaces and temples in the old city, some dating back to the 17th century.
In the 1960 Kathmandu became a key stop on the hippy trail, and is one of Bob Seger songs subjects, there is a rumor that rock singers came here in search of Nirvana and tranquility.