101 Things To Do in Nepal

41. Royal Museum:

Visit the Tribhuwan, Mahindra, and Birendra Museums, all housed in the sprawling and historical Hanuman Dhoka Palace are dedicated to Nepal's kings. Display of king's office, gym, hunting room, and clothes can be seen here. A collection of artifacts found during the Kings ruling period are also on display. Visitors who visit these museums do not return without climbing to the top of the Basantapur tower from where you can grab an excellent view of the Kathmandu valley.

42. National Museum:

Nepal's National museum is located in Chhauni, near Swayambunath. Visit the museum to see finest collection of Nepalese ancient religious art including wood carvings from the 18th and 19th century, thangkas from 18th and 19th centuries, and Buddhist religious art.

43. National Zoo:

Not much attraction here for a non-Nepali, But go there for an elephant ride plus to witness some development works carried out (by god knows who!) to better maintain the zoo.

44. Go to Dakshinkali:

Visit the temple dedicated to the vicious mother goddess who gives strong will power and energy to those who come to her and she loves animal sacrifices. The temple is a favorite worship place of the Hindus. Saturdays bring a flock of visitors to the temples and to the surrounding areas which have become an ideal picnic spot for many Nepalese.

45. Purchase before you leave:

Purchase Pashmina, and Nepali arts and crafts. They are an ideal souvenir for your family and friends. Also collect Nepali topi made of Dhaka, an especial material known to have been originated from Palpa district, made by the skillful Palpali women.

46. Visit Nepal for Research:

Doing your research on a topic relevant to Nepal? Try the business houses in Nepal, most are known to be offering foreign candidates an exchange employment services. You work for them, and in return, they give you an office, computer with internet / email access, a Nepali salary, and a good working environment in which you can contribute and learn. You will have fun learning and working with Nepalese.

47. Water Falls & Water Gardens:

Surrender to astounding waterfalls found in many remote parts in Nepal. Water fall tours are not operated regularly. Contact your tour operator to arrange for specialized tour. For water gardens, visit the Balaju water gardens which is located at the foot of Nagarjun Hill.

48. Casinos:

Kathmandu offers visitors an array of exciting action packed casinos where you can enjoy 24 hours of fun and games. Visit Casino Royale (Durbarmarg), Casino Nepal (Tahachal), Casino Anna (Durbarmarg), or Casino Everest (New Baneshwor)

49. Write a Book on Nepal:

Travel to the different parts of the country, meet new people, learn about new culture, and traditions, and finally write your own book about Nepal.

50. Ride on a bus and start exploring:

Many non-Nepalis find bus riding in Nepal to be a daunting decision yet for many, it's as rewarding as trekking in Langtang! Take a bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara. There are specialized tourists buses having A/C. Nepal has excellent highways offering terrific views of rural landscapes and the high Himalaya. Catch the buses at New Bus Terminal located in Gangabu, near Balazu, Kathmandu.