Families/couples preferred Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Smokers welcome Catered
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We have a beautiful fully furnished one bedroom apartment for short stays in Kathmandu. Our first floor apartment is centrally located and is just 100 meters from the Indian and British Embassy.
From the bedroom you can see a wonderful view of the mountains that surround Kathmandu. Situated within the apartment is all the facilities that you would need to make your stay as comfortable as possible, in short this apartment is the perfect place from which to base your explorations of this magical and ancient city.
View from the Apartment
The Lounge Area
Lounge
Main Bedroom
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The Bagmati region
Nepal has seen many rulers and ruling dynasties. The earliest rulers were the Kirantis who ruled from 9th century B.C. to 1st century A.D. Legends and chronicles mention that the Indian Emperor Ashoka had come to Nepal and visited Lumbini, the place where the Buddha was born, and where he erected a huge stone pillar to commemorate his visit to that spot.
The Kirants were replaced by Licchavis who, according to the earliest evidences in inscriptions of the 5th century A.D. found in the courtyard of Changunarayan temple which is about 15 km north east of Kathmandu, ruled this country from 1st century to 9th century A.D. This period is noted for the many temples and fine sculptures built around the Kathmandu valley.
Nepal covers a span of 147,181 sq. kilometers ranging from altitude of 70 meters to 8,848 meters. Mountains, mid hills, valleys and plains dominate the geography of landlocked Nepal that extends from the Himalayan range in the north to the Indo-Gangetic lowlands in south. Mt. Everest, the highest point of the Himalayas is in Nepal.
Physical features also include green paddy terraces, wind-swept deserts, dense forests and marshy grasslands. The country is well endowed with perennial rivers, lakes and glacial lakes that originate in the Himalayas. Twenty percent of the land in the country is used for agriculture, where 0.49 percent is used for permanent crops, mainly rice.
The population of Nepal was recorded to be about 25 million as of July 2002. Eighty-six percent of Nepalis follow Hinduism, while eight percent follow Buddhism and three percent follow Islam. The population comprises various groups of different races which are further divided into different castes. The distinction in caste and ethnicity is understood more easily with a view of customary layout of the population.
Some of the main groups are such: Gurungs and Magars who live mainly in the western region; Rais, Limbus and Sunwars who live in the eastern mid hills; Sherpas, Manangpas and Lopas who live near the mountains of Everest, Annapurna and Mustang respectively; Newars who live in and around the capital valley of Kathmandu; Tharus, Yadavas, Satar, Rajvanshis and Dhimals who live in the Terai region; and Brahmins, Chhetris and Thakuris generally spread over all parts of the country.
Nepali is the official language of the state, spoken and understood by 100 percent of the population. Multiple ethnic groups speak more than a dozen other languages in about 93 different dialects. English is spoken by many in government and business offices. It is the mode of education in most private schools of Kathmandu and some other cities.
Kathmandu area
The capital city, Kathmandu is enriched with temples more than homes and festivals exceeding the number of days in a year. The whole valley with its seven heritage sites has been enlisted in cultural World Heritage Site list. The place, which blends cultural vigor with modern facilities possible on earth is place liked by tourists been here. The place has more to offer and it is not only administrative capital of the country but to the fullest extend capital of traditional culture and physical resources. Three Durbar Squares - Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur, Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath, Swoyambhunath and Changunarayan are the places most revered by the Kathmanduities and whole world.
Kathmandu is not big when one compares it to other cities in South Asia. Kathmandu is a fascinating old city today where pagodas, narrow cobbled lanes, old carved windows, and stone shrines are backdrops to the drama of life that continues unhindered. Here the experiences are amazing, views fascinating, and the climate charming.
There are living Goddesses whose smiles are a benediction. There are reincarnate Lamas who foresee the future with a roll of dice and scriptural reference. There are walks that lead the adventurous to legendary places where ogres once lived. There are hidden gardens behind palaces yet unseen and courtyards where miracles happen, and a city the Buddha visited.
The natural beauty of Pokhara in Midwestern Nepal is simply bewitching. Forming the backdrop are the spectacular Annapurna Mountains with the magnificent fish-tailed Machhapuchhre dominating the scene. Adding to Pokhara's enchantment are the three serene lakes of Phewa, Rupa and Begnas. Lumbini, in the southwest, is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and a World Heritage Site. An inscription on the Ashoka Pillar identifies the Sacred Garden as the place where the Buddha was born. Lumbini has a number of artistic temples and monasteries built through international support.
UNESCO recalls Chitwan as one of the few remaining undisturbed vestiges of the 'Terai' region, which formerly extended over the foothills of India and Nepal at the foot of the Himalayas. The Chitwan National Park has been enlisted in natural World Heritage Site. It has a particularly rich flora and fauna. One of the last populations of single-horned Asiatic rhinoceros lives in the park, which is also one of the last refuges of the Bengal tiger.
How to get there
Direct flights from New Delhi, Doha, Kuala Lumpur, Kolkata, Shanghai, Dhaka, Karachi, Osaka. Qatar Airlines run regular flights from Heathrow Airport from as little as £545 return.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
TIA, Kathmandu
Activities near Kathmandu
Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:
TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone
Standard:
Kettle, Iron
Utilities:
Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
Rooms:
Bedrooms (1), Bathrooms (1), Ensuite (1), WCs (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Double beds (1), Lounge seating for 2, Sleeps maximum of 3
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The accommodation comprises of one bedroom ( Double Bed, TV with DVD, Two in One, Big Almirahs ) One big drawing room ( fridge, seating space, books library, fire place ) a breakfast cum dining room ( With ground sitting Dining Table, Microwave and Electric Kettle ) and a bath with bath tub with running hot and cold water. You can browse through a comprehensive collections of books and DVDs while in tha apartment. You could also rent mountain bikes from us for going around Kathmandu. We would also like to offer Toyota Prado on hire for going around Nepal at very reasonable rates. Complimentary pick up and drop to the airport. Breakfast and Nepali meals can be arranged with prior notice. WE DONT HAVE A KITCHEN
Further details
We dont have a kitchen but we will provide the dishes and microwave. Daily maid service is also available.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: American $
Convert to:
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Low Season
1 Jun 07
16 Sep 07
150£ 76
2513
2513
1 Night
Peak Season
16 Sep 07
1 Jun 08
200£ 101
3015
3015
1 Night
11
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. All these rates exclude breakfast....above rates are for 2 persons / couple........single person 15 USD per night in Low season....20 USD in peak season.......pls add 2 USD per person for breakfast.....monthly rates can be enquired by email
Availability notes
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