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Best book store in Kathmandu

You will see Mandala Books on Kantipath Road and inevitably stumble upon Pilgrims and but United Books is underdog book store in KTM. The owner of the shop was extremely friendly and really went out of his way to try … Continue reading

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Fair Trade Shops in Kathmandu and Patan

There are many shops in Kathmandu and in Patan that are fair trade, locally made, and supportive of small communities and women’s groups. Here are some of the most popular stores and our favourite ones both big and small. Mahaguthi … Continue reading

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Getting Around the Kathmandu Valley

Need a bus map (micro-bus, tuk-tuk, big bus) of Kathmandu? This posts summarizes it all! Aside from the traffic, pollution, and excessive honking, getting around Kathmandu isn’t as bad or hard as one might think – you just have to … Continue reading

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