Kathmandu Festival Calendar: What’s On Each Month
🖼️ Visual Introduction
📸 Photo by Mohan Khadka
🌍 Festival in the City
Get oriented in Kathmandu with a city highlights tour that brings the main attractions together in one unforgettable experience.
🎥 Featured Festival Video
🚶 Festival Tours & Experiences
Specialty tours in Kathmandu focus on photography, architecture, or local crafts — perfect for niche interests.
🏛️ Festival Attractions & Activities
From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, explore Kathmandu attractions with flexible tickets.
📸 Photo by Kouta Lakis
🏨 Where to Stay
Stay close to the action in Kathmandu with hotels near top attractions, shopping, and nightlife.
Experience Kathmandu your way with hand-picked rentals perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers.
✈️ Getting to the Festival
Compare and book the best airfare deals to Kathmandu, whether you’re flying economy or first class.
📱 Stay Connected During the Event
Share your adventures in Kathmandu in real time with high-speed local data plans.
🛡️ Festival Safety & Protection
Protect your flights, hotels, and tours in Kathmandu with coverage designed for modern travelers.
Don’t flaunt your hotel room number in public.
📸 Photo by Dhruvin Pandya
💳 Budgeting Your Festival Trip
Enjoy smooth transactions in Kathmandu by planning ahead with reliable money management tools.
Don’t flash large amounts of cash when paying.
🎒 Festival Essentials
Keep valuables in a money belt or hidden pouch.
Take reusable batteries or solar chargers on long trips.
- Keep Digital Backups: Save copies of your passport, visa, and tickets in cloud storage or on your phone.
- Stay Sun Safe: Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. Even on cloudy days, UV rays can be strong.
- Secure Your Room: Use hotel safes if available. In budget stays, carry a small padlock for lockers or zippers.
🎥 Festival Vlog
🎥 Behind the Scenes
🎥 Cultural Highlight
✨ Festival Reflections
At sunrise, the market buzzes with energy. Vendors arrange baskets of fruit and spices, children weave through the aisles, and the sound of bargaining rises like a familiar song. It’s not just commerce — it’s the heartbeat of daily life.
“Do not confine your children to your own learning, for they were born in another time. – Chinese Proverb”
“The world makes way for the man who knows where he is going. – Ralph Waldo Emerson”
There are more bicycles than cars in the Netherlands.
📸 Photo by JC Gellidon
📸 Festival Gallery
📸 Photo by Sanjeev Shakya
📸 Photo by Aashh Subba
📸 Photo by Rahul Darlami
📸 Photo by Sashi Shrestha
📸 Photo by Lidia Stawinska
📸 Photo by Stan Tuladhar
📸 Photo by Linhao Zhang
📸 Photo by Dhruvin Pandya
📸 Photo by Chandan Chaurasia
🎥 Festival Video Gallery
❓ Festival FAQs
What is the safest way to carry money?
Use a mix of cards and cash, keep them in separate places, and consider a hidden money belt for crowded areas.
How can I keep my belongings safe while traveling?
Use anti-theft backpacks, money belts, and hotel safes. Keep valuables close and avoid displaying large amounts of cash.
Do I need a visa for international travel?
Visa requirements depend on your nationality and destination. Check official government websites in advance.
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