Kathmandu
Originally built in 1919 by the then prime minister for his son, this unique complex of neoclassical Rana palace outbuildings has been redeveloped to…
Must-see shopping in Kathmandu
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Kathmandu
It’s worth popping in to peruse this small but interesting collection of quality and unique gifts produced by a hand-picked roster of women’s groups, NGOs…
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Kathmandu
One of the best of several shops in Thamel that sell handmade paper products, from photo albums to paper lamps. The paper comes from the lokta (daphne)…
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Kathmandu
Good range of crafts and home furnishings, much of it made by disadvantaged or minority groups, with transparent pricing on pashminas (Rs 2325 for a…
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Kathmandu
Reliable rentals and gear shop that makes its own sleeping bags and offers advice on the best trekking gear for your trip. Get a season warmer than they…
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Kathmandu
The best collection of Tibet-related titles, once owned by the Tibetan government-in-exile.
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Kathmandu
One of several pukka (not fake) gear shops on Tridevi Marg, offering imported gear at foreign prices. These shops sell everything from Black Diamond…
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Kathmandu
This broad collection of mass-produced crafts and clothing is a good place to start your souvenir shopping. Quality isn’t top-notch, but subtract 20% from…
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Kathmandu
This designer’s studio is the best place for top-end designer pashmina throws, scarves and sweaters, retailing at around US$160. Yes, it’s expensive but…
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Kathmandu
As the name suggests, this is Thamel’s sweetest-smelling shop. It’s a good one-stop shop for dhoop (incense), essential oils, Himalayan soaps and almost…
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Hi-Himal Sports Wear International
Kathmandu
This friendly gear shop makes its own down products and offers equipment rental, including down jackets (Rs 60 to Rs 100 per day), sleeping bags (Rs 150…
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Kathmandu
This knowledgeable local publisher offers an excellent selection of academic books and is a magnet for local writers and researchers. Ask to see the…
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Kathmandu
Kathmandu's best bookstore tragically burned down in 2013. Its reincarnation has risen from the ashes and still has a good selection of titles.
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Kathmandu
The better trekking gear shops are at the southern end of Thamel, and Holyland is one of the better choices.
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Kathmandu
Sonam makes its own brand of quality trekking gear, with this the larger of its two shops in Thamel.
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Kathmandu
Good prices, a central location and a huge selection of new and secondhand titles.
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Kathmandu
One of the the largest supermarkets in the city, with 13 stores, though the location is slightly inconvenient, south of the Chinese embassy.
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Kathmandu
Durbar Marg has several top-end showrooms concentrating on statues, Tibetan furniture and other crafts. Curio Arts is a good place to start.
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