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Researched Updated Oct 22, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City
Kathmandu, capital of Nepal, in Kathmandu District, Bagmati Province. 1
Population
Kathmandu Metropolitan City had 862,400 people in the 2021 census (32 wards). Kathmandu District, including neighbouring municipalities, had 2,041,587. 1 32
Internet Speed
Ookla Nepal, updated September 2026, lists fixed-broadband median download at 121.61 Mbps (rank 94). WorldLink 6G Premium is 200 Mbps for Rs 14,894 for 12 months (about Rs 1,241 a month) before VAT, for new customers buying on its website. 7 6
Currency & Banking
Nepalese rupee (NPR, Rs). This run uses the Nepal Rastra Bank open-market buy rate of 151.64 rupees per US dollar on 19 October 2026. Banknotes run from Rs 5 to Rs 1,000. 36 3
Tap Water
Not safe to drink. Do not drink from the tap, and brush teeth with boiled or filtered water. Buy sealed bottles from larger shops; some bottled brands have failed safety checks. 2 3
Power
230 V, 50 Hz. Many sockets accept several plug types (Europlug, UK, Indian and others). A Europlug often sits loosely, so bring a multi-type adapter. 3
SIM Card
Ncell and Nepal Telecom. At Tribhuvan airport, bring your passport: Ncell TouristPro Sprinter is Rs 595 for 7 days, Explorer Rs 995 for 14 days, Voyager Rs 1,995 for 28 days (eSIM at esim.ncell.com.np). A 30-day Super Value pack is Rs 599 for 25 GB, or Rs 799 unlimited with a 200 GB fair-use cap. 4 5 2
Banking for Expats
Standard Chartered Nepal offers foreign-currency savings accounts. The Kathmandu Wikivoyage page says Standard Chartered and Nabil ATMs allow up to Rs 35,000 a withdrawal and that many foreign-card ATMs charge about Rs 650. Thamel exchange booths are competitive. 26 2
Accommodation
Furnished monthly flats in Lazimpat: Namaste Apartment, House 203/46 Gyandeep Marg, asks Rs 55,000 a month for a 1BK with wifi, electricity, gas and water included. A Kathmandu Expats 1BHK listing nearby is Rs 42,500 a month plus a Rs 50,000 deposit. 15 16
Cashless Friendly
Partial. Fonepay, a Nepal Rastra Bank-licensed operator, is the QR network, and eSewa is a common wallet. Hotels and larger restaurants take cards. Microbuses and markets still expect cash. 18 37 2
Short Term Rentals
Furnished monthly stays in Lazimpat run about Rs 42,500 (Kathmandu Expats 1BHK) to Rs 55,000 (Namaste Apartment 1BK, utilities included). Basobaas, June 2026, puts a furnished 1-bedroom in Sanepa and Jhamsikhel at about Rs 25,000 to Rs 35,000. 16 15 17
Budget Accommodation
Most tourist guesthouses are in Thamel; Freak Street is cheaper and more worn. Kathmandu Guest House is the landmark in Thamel. Basobaas, June 2026, puts a Thamel 1-bedroom at about Rs 18,000 to Rs 30,000 a month. 2 30 17
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Thamel for restaurants, shops and nightlife, or Boudha for a quieter stay around the stupa. Most tourist guesthouses are in those two areas. 2
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Sanepa and Jhamsikhel (Lalitpur) for cafes and the international crowd. Basobaas, June 2026, puts a furnished 1-bedroom there at about Rs 25,000 to Rs 35,000 a month, and Lazimpat or Naxal (near embassies) at about Rs 22,000 to Rs 38,000. 17

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
Wolf Offices, Dhumbarahi: hot desk Rs 7,500 per person a month, with 24/7 access, high-speed internet, coffee and parking. Bulk bookings get up to 20% off. 8
Best Cafe for Work
Himalayan Java, a specialty coffee chain since 1999, has cafes around the city, including Thamel, and is the usual laptop cafe. Pranamaya Yoga sits on the top floor of the Tridevi Marg branch. 24 23 2

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Pathao (bike and car) is the main ride app, and it also does food and parcels. Wikivoyage also lists inDrive, which accepts a foreign phone number, and Tootle, which needs a Nepali number. Street taxis often refuse the meter, so agree the fare first. 19 2
Bike/Scooter Rental
MeroRide, Kusunti-13, Lalitpur, delivers in the valley. A Honda Dio is Rs 1,100 a day or Rs 24,750 a month after the monthly discount. Bring a passport and a driving licence (an international permit if you are not Nepali). 13
Best Beach Nearby
Nepal is landlocked, so there is no sea beach. The usual water alternative is Phewa Lake in Pokhara, about 6 to 7 hours by tourist bus. 3 2
Top Regional Airline
Buddha Air is the main domestic carrier from Tribhuvan and brands itself as the safest airline in Nepal. Wikivoyage also names Yeti Airlines and Nepal Airlines, and says morning flights are the more reliable ones. 21 2
Top International Airline
The Kathmandu Wikivoyage airline list includes Qatar Airways (Doha), Turkish Airlines (Istanbul), Thai Airways (Bangkok), flydubai (Dubai) and Nepal Airlines. Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) is about 5.5 km east of Thamel. 2
Highway Access
Tribhuvan Highway runs south toward India, Prithvi Highway west toward Pokhara, Araniko Highway north toward the Chinese border, and the BP Highway east through Sindhuli. 1
Main Train/Transit Hub
Kathmandu has no passenger railway; travel is by road and air. Long-distance buses use Balaju Bus Station (Gongabu) for Pokhara, Chitwan and some Indian cities. Tribhuvan International Airport is the air hub. 1 2
Public Transport Passes
There is no flat monthly transit pass. Microbuses and tempos are about Rs 20 to Rs 30 a ride, in cash. Sajha Yatayat, from 17 September 2026, takes Nepali bank-card taps and NepalPay QR. A dedicated travel card was still being prepared. 2 14
Regional Travel
Tourist buses to Pokhara take about 6 to 7 hours from the Gongabu and tourist-area stands; the Kathmandu Wikivoyage page lists them around Rs 800 and local buses around Rs 400 to Rs 600, and names a Greenline service at about US$20 with lunch. The same parks also serve Chitwan. Treat the rupee fares as the guide figures, not a 2026 operator tariff. 2

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
CIWEC Hospital, Kapurdhara Marg, Lainchaur, across from the British Embassy and a short walk north of Thamel. Open 24 hours, English-speaking doctors, phone +977-1-4524111. Pay the same day by cash, Visa or Mastercard. UK advice says traveller clinics are expensive and that insurance should cover evacuation. 9 31
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Pranamaya Yoga, top floor of Himalayan Java on Tridevi Marg in Thamel, runs drop-in classes, workshops and teacher training. Kopan Monastery, on the ridge above the valley, runs Tibetan Buddhist courses. 22 23 27

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Foodmandu delivers from a long restaurant list, including Fire and Ice Pizzeria in Thamel and Le Trio in Jhamsikhel. Pathao Food is the ride-app alternative. 20 19
Best Local Dish to Try
Momo, steamed or fried dumplings, about Rs 150 to Rs 250 a dozen, and dal bhat (rice, lentils, curry, pickle and curd), about Rs 140 to Rs 280 for a set plate in a tourist restaurant. Newari food is the indigenous kitchen. 2
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
OR2K in Thamel is a vegetarian and vegan-friendly Middle Eastern restaurant (hummus, falafel, floor seating). Vegetable momos and meat-free dal bhat are easy to order; ask whether the lentils were cooked with meat stock. 30 2
Best Dessert Spots
Himalayan Java cafes sell espresso and bakery items and are the reliable sweet stop with wifi. A specialist pastry shop menu was not opened. 24
Affordable Shopping Spots
Asan (Ason) Tol is the old-town bazaar for spices, cloth and daily goods. New Road and the lanes toward Chhetrapati are the electronics and clothing strips. Thamel is tourist shops and bookshops. 1 2
E-commerce/Online Store
Daraz (daraz.com.np) is the main online marketplace. 25
Grocery Delivery
Pathao Bazaar delivers everyday groceries. Asan Tol is the walk-up market for vegetables and spices. 19 2
Bar/Nightlife Area
Thamel is the tourist bar strip. Sanepa and Jhamsikhel, south of the Bagmati in Lalitpur, are the younger cafe and bar neighbourhood. 2 17
Local Brewery
Bars pour local lagers such as Gorkha, Everest and Nepal Ice, plus imports such as Tuborg. A craft-brewery taproom in the city was not confirmed on an operator site. 2
Street Food Stalls
Asan Tol and the lanes around Kathmandu Durbar Square are the old-city snack and street-food markets. 2 10
Popular International Cuisine
Fire and Ice Pizzeria in Thamel is the long-running wood-fired pizza place (on Foodmandu and in local guides). Thamel also clusters Middle Eastern and other tourist menus, including OR2K. 20 30 2

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Swayambhunath, Boudhanath stupa, Pashupatinath and Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman Dhoka). All four sit in the Kathmandu Valley UNESCO site. 10 1
Museums & Art Venues
Patan Museum, in the old royal palace on Patan Durbar Square, about 7 km south of Thamel. Narayanhiti Palace, the later royal residence, has been a museum since 2006. 2 1
Historical Sites
The three Durbar Squares of Kathmandu (Hanuman Dhoka), Patan and Bhaktapur, inscribed together in 1979 as the Kathmandu Valley World Heritage property. 10
Religious Sites
Pashupatinath (Hindu, on the Bagmati; non-Hindus view it from across the river), Swayambhunath and Boudhanath, and Kopan Monastery above the valley for Tibetan Buddhist courses. Shivaratri is the large festival at Pashupatinath. 1 10 27
Annual Events
Holi in March (coloured powder and water). Dashain, around October, shuts much of the city for days. Shivaratri fills Pashupatinath. Rani Pokhari opens to the public on the last day of Tihar. 2 1
Cultural Districts
Patan (Lalitpur), across the Bagmati, and Bhaktapur, the most medieval of the three royal cities. Both Durbar Squares are on the same UNESCO listing as Kathmandu. 2 10
Local Markets
Asan Tol for daily goods, spices and cloth. Indra Chowk has fabric shops and tailors, and Bishal Bazaar is the indoor market at New Road and Durbar Square. 2
Historic Buildings
Hanuman Dhoka at Kathmandu Durbar Square is the Malla and Shah royal palace. Singha Durbar, from the Rana era, houses the office of the prime minister. Narayanhiti Palace is the later royal residence, now a museum. 1
Local Heritage
Newar urban culture: brick, timber and bronze temples and houses, with Hindu and Buddhist monuments side by side. UNESCO treats that craft as the outstanding value of the valley. 10

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Shivapuri Hill, about 20 km north, for a day hike and valley views. Nagarkot, about 30 km east at around 2,000 m, is the usual sunrise trip toward the Himalaya. 2
National Parks Nearby
Chitwan National Park, in the Terai, is the safari park (rhino and jungle walks) reached from Kathmandu by bus or a domestic flight. Shivapuri Hill, about 20 km north, is the near forested ridge. 2
Cycling/Walking Paths
Valley rides include Shivapuri singletrack, the Nagarkot downhill, Hattiban and Chandragiri. In town, two-wheelers make walking stressful; stay at the road edge and check before you cross. 30 2
Scenic Viewpoints
Swayambhunath for a panorama of the valley, and Nagarkot (about 30 km east) for sunrise over the Himalaya. The last 5 km into Nagarkot are narrow and winding. 1 2

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
Pathao Parcel does local door-to-door delivery. The General Post Office is at Sundhara, Kanti Path. An international courier counter was not confirmed on a carrier page that loaded. 19 2
Tech Repair Services
New Road is the electronics strip for phones, cameras and repairs. Thamel has a smaller set of electronics shops. 2
Casino & Gaming Halls
Wikipedia notes that some luxury hotels in Kathmandu include casinos. A named hall with a current address was not on an operator page that loaded. 1

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Numbeo, updated 20 October 2026, puts city-centre apartments at about NPR 32,713 per sq ft (range about NPR 23,200 to NPR 38,300), roughly NPR 352,000 per m². A 40 m² studio is about NPR 14.1 million (about USD 93,000 at 151.64 rupees per dollar). Foreigners need prior Government of Nepal permission to take title (Civil Code section 432); a transfer without it is void. 12 28 36
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Numbeo puts apartments outside the centre at about NPR 18,886 per sq ft, roughly NPR 203,000 per m². A 40 m² studio is about NPR 8.1 million (about USD 54,000 at 151.64). The same foreign-ownership bar in Civil Code section 432 applies. 12 28
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Using the Numbeo city-centre average of about NPR 352,000 per m², a 60 m² one-bedroom is about NPR 21.1 million (about USD 139,000 at 151.64). Crowd data from 24 contributors over 18 months, updated 20 October 2026. Foreign buyers still need government permission under Civil Code section 432. 12 28
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Using the Numbeo outside-centre average of about NPR 203,000 per m², a 60 m² one-bedroom is about NPR 12.2 million (about USD 80,000 at 151.64). The foreign-ownership restriction in Civil Code section 432 applies. 12 28
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Using the Numbeo city-centre average of about NPR 352,000 per m², an 80 m² two-bedroom is about NPR 28.2 million (about USD 186,000 at 151.64). Foreign buyers need government permission under Civil Code section 432. 12 28
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Using the Numbeo outside-centre average of about NPR 203,000 per m², an 80 m² two-bedroom is about NPR 16.3 million (about USD 107,000 at 151.64). The foreign-ownership restriction in Civil Code section 432 applies. 12 28
Corporate Tax
25% is the standard corporate income tax. Banks, insurers and several other listed sectors pay 30% (FY 2083/84). 34
Dividend Withholding Tax
5% withholding on dividends, for residents and non-residents (FY 2083/84). 35
Tax System
Residents are taxed on worldwide income. A natural person is resident at 183 days in a 365-day period, or with a permanent home in Nepal. Non-residents are taxed on Nepal-source income. 33
Highest Income Tax Bracket
29% on income above NPR 4 million (FY 2083/84). The band from NPR 2.5 million to NPR 4 million is 27%. 33
VAT
13% standard VAT. Tourist restaurants often add 10% service and then 13% VAT on menu prices. 2 33
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
No separate controlled-foreign-company regime is recorded for Nepal. Foreign income of a resident is taxed directly under the worldwide system after 183 days. 33
Property Tax
Kathmandu Metropolitan City charges an annual property tax on assessed value. The first NPR 10 million is 0.010% (NPR 1,000). The rate then steps up, and value above NPR 100 million is 0.60%. The city kept this scale for FY 2083/84. 38
Property Transaction Tax
In Kathmandu Metropolitan City the buyer registration fee is 5.3% of the deed value under the Bagmati Province Finance Act 2083 (from 16 July 2026), the same for land and flats. There is no separate stamp duty. The seller pays capital-gains tax of 10% of the gain if held five years or less, or 7.5% if held longer. A woman buyer gets 25% off the registration fee. 29
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
No open digital-nomad visa and no nomad tax rate. A tourist visa is USD 30, 50 or 125 for 15, 30 or 90 days. The tourism board says a stay that is not tourism must be changed to the right category at Immigration. Tax residence starts at 183 days and then covers worldwide income, top rate 29%, with no nomad exemption. 11 33

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 22, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. Wikipedia: KathmanduReference
  2. Wikivoyage: KathmanduSecondary
  3. Wikivoyage: NepalSecondary
  4. Ncell get started: TouristPro and passport KYCOfficial
  5. Ncell Super Value packsOfficial
  6. WorldLink 6G Premium 200 Mbps, 12 monthsOfficial
  7. Ookla Speedtest Global Index, Nepal, September 2026Measurement
  8. Wolf Offices, DhumbarahiOfficial
  9. CIWEC Hospital, LainchaurOfficial
  10. UNESCO: Kathmandu ValleyOfficial
  11. Nepal Tourism Board tourist visa feesOfficial
  12. Numbeo property prices, Kathmandu, updated 20 Oct 2026Index
  13. MeroRide monthly scooter rates, 18 Jun 2026Listings
  14. Meroauto: Sajha digital ticketing, 18 Sep 2026News
  15. Namaste Apartment, Lazimpat, Rs 55,000Listings
  16. Kathmandu Expats Lazimpat 1BHK, Rs 42,500Listings
  17. Basobaas rent areas, 14 Jun 2026Secondary
  18. Fonepay QR paymentsOfficial
  19. Pathao Nepal: bike, car, food, parcel, bazaarOfficial
  20. FoodmanduOfficial
  21. Buddha AirOfficial
  22. Pranamaya Yoga, KathmanduOfficial
  23. Pranamaya studio address, Tridevi MargOfficial
  24. Himalayan Java CoffeeOfficial
  25. Daraz NepalOfficial
  26. Standard Chartered NepalOfficial
  27. Kopan MonasteryOfficial
  28. National Civil Code section 432, foreign immovable propertySecondary
  29. Kharchapatra: Bagmati registration fee, updated 9 Aug 2026Secondary
  30. Nepalpin Kathmandu guideSecondary
  31. UK FCDO Nepal healthOfficial
  32. NSO National Population and Housing Census 2021, national reportOfficial
  33. IRD personal income tax rates, FY 2083/84Official
  34. IRD entity income tax rates, FY 2083/84Official
  35. IRD withholding rates, FY 2083/84Official
  36. Nepal Rastra Bank forexOfficial
  37. eSewa digital walletOfficial
  38. KMC Metro News: property tax scale kept for FY 2083/84Official

Change history

    • Grocery Delivery Mero Kirana or Bhat-Bhateni online. Pathao Bazaar delivers everyday groceries. Asan Tol is the walk-up market for vegetables…
    • Gyms & Fitness Centers The Pump (Jhamsikhel) for CrossFit, or Platinum Fitness (Durbarmarg). not set
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 39% (for income exceeding 5 million NPR). 29% on income above NPR 4 million (FY 2083/84). The band from NPR 2.5 million to NPR 4…
    • Highway Access Prithvi Highway (Connects to Pokhara) and Tribhuvan Highway (Connects to India). Tribhuvan Highway runs south toward India, Prithvi Highway west toward Pokhara, Araniko…
    • Historic Buildings Singha Durbar (Government seat) and Narayanhiti Palace Museum. Hanuman Dhoka at Kathmandu Durbar Square is the Malla and Shah royal palace. Singha…
    • Historical Sites The three Durbar Squares: Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur. The three Durbar Squares of Kathmandu (Hanuman Dhoka), Patan and Bhaktapur, inscribed…
    42 more changes
    • Internet Speed Average 40-60 Mbps; High-speed fiber up to 100 Mbps available via WorldLink or Vianet Ookla Nepal, updated September 2026, lists fixed-broadband median download at 121.61 Mbps…
    • Language Classes Bishwa Bhasa Campus (Exhibition Road) for formal Nepali classes. not set
    • Laundry Services Local 'Laundry' shops in Thamel/Jhamsikhel charge approx. 100-150 NPR per kg. not set
    • Libraries & Study Spots Kaiser Library (Kanti Path) or Nepal National Library. not set
    • Local Brewery Sherpa Brewery (try the Khumbu Kolsch) or Himalayan Brewery. Bars pour local lagers such as Gorkha, Everest and Nepal Ice, plus imports such as Tuborg…
    • Local Heritage Newari culture: Intricate wood carvings and unique architecture of the Kathmandu Valley. Newar urban culture: brick, timber and bronze temples and houses, with Hindu and Buddhist…
    • Local Markets Asan Tole (Spices and traditional textiles). Asan Tol for daily goods, spices and cloth. Indra Chowk has fabric shops and tailors, and…
    • Main Train/Transit Hub Nong-existent (No city rail). Main bus hub is Gongabu New Bus Park. Kathmandu has no passenger railway; travel is by road and air. Long-distance buses use…
    • Museums & Art Venues Patan Museum (located in Patan Durbar Square) and Taragaon Museum. Patan Museum, in the old royal palace on Patan Durbar Square, about 7 km south of Thamel…
    • Music Scene House of Music (Thamel) for live local bands and jazz. not set
    • Must-See Landmarks Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa. Swayambhunath, Boudhanath stupa, Pashupatinath and Kathmandu Durbar Square (Hanuman…
    • National Parks Nearby Chitwan National Park (5-6 hours drive for jungle safaris). Chitwan National Park, in the Terai, is the safari park (rhino and jungle walks) reached…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park (Great for day hikes). Shivapuri Hill, about 20 km north, for a day hike and valley views. Nagarkot, about 30 km…
    • Networking Events Events hosted by 'Clock b Business Innovations' or 'Nepal Entrepreneurs’ Hub' (NEHUB). not set
    • Parcel Delivery Service FedEx/DHL centers in Thamel; Nepal Post for cheap surface mail. Pathao Parcel does local door-to-door delivery. The General Post Office is at Sundhara…
    • Popular International Cuisine Roadhouse Cafe (Wood-fired pizza) or Izakaya (Japanese in Lazimpat). Fire and Ice Pizzeria in Thamel is the long-running wood-fired pizza place (on Foodmandu…
    • Population Approx. 1.5 million (Metropolitan area approx. 3 million) Kathmandu Metropolitan City had 862,400 people in the 2021 census (32 wards). Kathmandu…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C, D, and M sockets. Power cuts (load shedding) are rare now but… 230 V, 50 Hz. Many sockets accept several plug types (Europlug, UK, Indian and others). A…
    • Property Tax Yes, progressive tax based on property valuation by the local municipality. Kathmandu Metropolitan City charges an annual property tax on assessed value. The first…
    • Property Transaction Tax Registration fee approx. 5% in urban areas. In Kathmandu Metropolitan City the buyer registration fee is 5.3% of the deed value under…
    • Public Transport Passes No formal pass system. Local 'tempos' and micro-buses cost 20-30 NPR per trip (cash only). There is no flat monthly transit pass. Microbuses and tempos are about Rs 20 to Rs 30 a…
    • Regional Travel Tourist buses to Pokhara or Chitwan from Sorhakhutte (Approx. 1,000-2,500 NPR). Tourist buses to Pokhara take about 6 to 7 hours from the Gongabu and tourist-area stands…
    • Religious Sites Kopan Monastery and Budhanilkantha (Sleeping Vishnu). Pashupatinath (Hindu, on the Bagmati; non-Hindus view it from across the river)…
    • SIM Card Ncell or Nepal Telecom (NTC). Approx. 500 NPR for 20GB data. Available at Tribhuvan… Ncell and Nepal Telecom. At Tribhuvan airport, bring your passport: Ncell TouristPro…
    • Scenic Viewpoints Nagarkot (32km away) for sunrise views of the Himalayas including Everest. Swayambhunath for a panorama of the valley, and Nagarkot (about 30 km east) for sunrise…
    • Short Term Rentals Thamel Apartments or Airbnb listings in Jhamsikhel (approx. $400-$800/month). Furnished monthly stays in Lazimpat run about Rs 42,500 (Kathmandu Expats 1BHK) to Rs…
    • Social Events for Expats Kathmandu EXPATS Facebook group meetups or Friday nights at Moksh (Jhamsikhel). not set
    • Street Art Artudio (Chhauni) coordinates various murals around Pulchowk and Kupondole. not set
    • Street Food Stalls Basantapur (Durbar Square) for Pani Puri and Chatpate. Asan Tol and the lanes around Kathmandu Durbar Square are the old-city snack and…
    • Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. 250,000 NPR per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 10,000,000 NPR / ~$75k). Note: Foreigners cannot… Numbeo, updated 20 October 2026, puts city-centre apartments at about NPR 32,713 per sq ft…
    • Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. 180,000 NPR per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 7,200,000 NPR / ~$54k). Numbeo puts apartments outside the centre at about NPR 18,886 per sq ft, roughly NPR…
    • Table Tennis Spots Lainchaur Table Tennis Club. not set
    • Tap Water Not drinkable. Use bottled water (30 NPR/liter) or filtered/boiled water. Not safe to drink. Do not drink from the tap, and brush teeth with boiled or filtered…
    • Tax System Residents taxed on worldwide income; non-residents on Nepal-sourced income. Residents are taxed on worldwide income. A natural person is resident at 183 days in a…
    • Tech Repair Services New Road (The electronics hub of Kathmandu for all laptop/phone repairs). New Road is the electronics strip for phones, cameras and repairs. Thamel has a smaller…
    • Theater Venues Mandala Theatre (Thapagaun) or Shilpee Theatre (Battisputali). not set
    • Top International Airline Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, FlyDubai. The Kathmandu Wikivoyage airline list includes Qatar Airways (Doha), Turkish Airlines…
    • Top Regional Airline Buddha Air or Yeti Airlines (For domestic flights to Pokhara/Everest region). Buddha Air is the main domestic carrier from Tribhuvan and brands itself as the safest…
    • VAT 13% (often added to restaurant bills alongside 10% service charge). 13% standard VAT. Tourist restaurants often add 10% service and then 13% VAT on menu…
    • Vegan/Vegetarian Options OR2K (Thamel) or French Bakery (Thamel). Nepal is very veg-friendly. OR2K in Thamel is a vegetarian and vegan-friendly Middle Eastern restaurant (hummus…
    • Wine Bars Vesper House (Jhamsikhel) for Italian wine and fine dining. not set
    • Yoga & Wellness Centers Pranamaya Yoga (Patan/Thamel) or Mandala Yoga Studio (Thamel). Pranamaya Yoga, top floor of Himalayan Java on Tridevi Marg in Thamel, runs drop-in…

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