Wikitravel - Changes related to "Kathmandu" [en]

Istanbul

2013-05-25T01:00:02Z

Abu Dhabi

2013-05-24T20:36:41Z

‎Work:

Delhi

2013-05-24T13:21:04Z

‎By taxi:

Bangkok

2013-05-23T22:10:58Z

updated listing Songkran Festival

Amsterdam

2013-05-23T17:39:08Z

tried to move the TOC and fix the top of the page

Kuala Lumpur

2013-05-23T10:23:42Z

‎Do: not relevant to KL

Kuala Lumpur

2013-05-23T07:45:42Z

‎Do:

Chengdu

2013-05-23T00:55:09Z

‎Greater Chengdu:

Amsterdam

2013-05-22T22:05:54Z

‎Nightclubs:

Delhi

2013-05-22T17:10:52Z

Please adhere to- http://wikitravel.org/en/Wikitravel:Activity_listings#Tour_listings

Delhi

2013-05-22T12:29:36Z

‎By taxi:

Dubai

2013-05-22T12:15:48Z

‎Mid-range:

Delhi

2013-05-22T05:58:21Z

‎Do:

Delhi

2013-05-22T04:28:43Z

‎By auto rickshaws:

Kathmandu

2013-05-21T12:55:07Z

added listing Khangsar Guest House

Seoul

2013-05-21T08:38:29Z

‎Hongdae, Sinchon:

Nagarkot

2013-05-21T06:37:26Z

Thamel

2013-05-20T20:04:32Z

fixed the pictures

Kathmandu

2013-05-20T01:39:28Z

‎Kathmandu Durbar Square:

Previous Destinations of the month

2013-05-19T22:21:32Z

Why was this deleted?

Pokhara

2013-05-19T15:16:21Z

Pokhara

2013-05-19T15:14:31Z

‎See: Devi Fall improvised

Pokhara

2013-05-19T14:22:36Z

‎Sleep: Baglung and Toyota

Kathmandu

2013-05-19T13:48:26Z

added listing Hotel Ashoka

Thamel

2013-05-19T08:03:51Z

Previous Destinations of the month

2013-05-19T05:04:15Z

‎2012:

Hong Kong

2013-05-19T05:02:53Z

‎Internet Access:

Doha

2013-05-18T18:07:51Z

Mumbai

2013-05-18T12:48:39Z

updated listing LifeIsOutside

Dubai

2013-05-18T11:52:03Z

‎Buy:

Seoul

2013-05-18T10:55:48Z

‎Gimpo Airport: Added beijing. I just flew in from there

Bahrain

2013-05-18T07:03:12Z

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-| region1description=Essentially the Constantinople of the Roman, Byzantine, and much of the Ottoman periods, this is where most of the famous historical sights of Istanbul are located.
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 ==Work==
-Abu Dhabi has many job opportunities for those willing to take the plunge and move. Oil companies, construction firms, banks - they all hire Westerners as managerial staff. The lower-skilled jobs are, as always in the UAE, usually worked by people from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Starting a few years ago, the Abu Dhabi Education Council has been hiring English speaking teachers from Western countries to reform the public school system in Abu Dhabi. Several hundred teachers are needed every year, so any Western teacher looking for an opportunity in Abu Dhabi can contact an [http://adec.footprintsrecruiting.com official recruiter] and work in the Emirate for a handsome, tax-free salary.
+Abu Dhabi has many job opportunities for those willing to take the plunge and move. Oil companies, construction firms, banks - they all hire Westerners as managerial staff. The lower-skilled jobs are, as always in the UAE, usually worked by people from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Starting a few years ago, the Abu Dhabi Education Council has been hiring English speaking teachers from Western countries to reform the public school system in Abu Dhabi. Several hundred teachers are needed every year, so any Western teacher looking for an opportunity in Abu Dhabi can contact an [http://www.teachaway.com/teaching-public-schools-abu-dhabi/ official recruiter] and work in the Emirate for a handsome, tax-free salary.
 ==Cope==

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 * '''Meru Cabs''', [http://www.merucabs.com]. ☎ +91 11 44224422 (Point to point charges@Rs 20/km)
 * '''Tricabs''', [http://www.Tricabs.com]. ☎ 25851290, 24x7 support ☎ +91 9873533669
-* '''QCabs''(Point to point charges but availability is scarce)
+* '''Quick Cabs''', [http://www.quickcabs.in]. ☎ +91 11 67676767, 24x7 support (Point to point charges@Rs 10/km)
 * '''Delhi Cabs''' [http://www.orientaltravels.com]. ☎ +91 9818707986
 * '''Ola Cabs''', [http://www.olacabs.com]. ☎ +91 11 3355 3355 (Point to point charges@Rs 20/km)

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 * <do name="Chinese New Year Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">January or February. The obvious place to visit is [[Bangkok/Yaowarat and Phahurat|Yaowarat]], the Chinese district of Bangkok. Yaowarat Road is closed to cars and many stores and food stands crowd the road, with grandiose and colourful Chinese lion and dragon processions.</do>
-* <do name="Songkran Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" email="" fax="" url="" hours="" price="">Mid-April. The traditional Thai New Year is an occasion for merriment all over the city, but most notably at Sanam Luang, near the Grand Palace, where the revered Phra Phuttha Sihing image is displayed and bathed by devotees. In the Wisut Kasat area, a Miss Songkran beauty contest is held and accompanied by merit-making and entertainment. Don't think it is particularly peaceful festival though; [[Bangkok/Khao San Road|Khao San Road]] degenerates into a war zone as farangs and locals duke it out with super soakers.</do>
+* <do name="Songkran Festival" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">April 14-16. The traditional Thai New Year is an occasion for merriment all over the city, but most notably at Sanam Luang, near the Grand Palace, where the revered Phra Phuttha Sihing image is displayed and bathed by devotees. In the Wisut Kasat area, a Miss Songkran beauty contest is held and accompanied by merit-making and entertainment. Don't think it is particularly peaceful festival though; [[Bangkok/Khao San Road|Khao San Road]] degenerates into a war zone as farangs and locals duke it out with super soakers.</do>
 * <do name="Royal Ploughing Ceremony" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">May. Farmers believe that an ancient Brahman ritual, conducted at Sanam Luang, is able to forecast whether the coming growing season will be bountiful or not.The event dates back to the Sukhothai Kingdom. This ceremony was re-introduced in 1960 by H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej and is considered the official commencement of the rice-growing season (and the rainy season). Nowadays, the ceremony is conducted by Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn.</do>

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-[[Image:KeizersgrachtReguliersgrachtAmsterdam.jpg|thumb|400px|Amsterdam at night]]
+[[Image:KeizersgrachtReguliersgrachtAmsterdam.jpg|thumb|450px|Amsterdam at night]]
 '''Amsterdam''' [http://www.iamsterdam.com/] is the capital of the [[Netherlands]]. With more than one million inhabitants in its urban area, it is the country's largest city and its financial, cultural, and creative centre. Amsterdam is colloquially known as ''Venice of the North'', because of its lovely canals that criss-cross the city, its impressive architecture and more than 1,500 bridges. There is something for every traveller's taste here, whether you prefer culture and history, serious partying, or just the relaxing charm of an old European city.
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	Other activities include usual '''urban sports''' such as golfing, cycling, running, jogging and horse riding. If you’re into rock climbing, the Batu Caves in the [[Kuala Lumpur/North\|Northern suburbs]] is popular. However given [[Malaysia\|Malaysia's]] stunning terrain, you’re better off heading to other places for anything more strenuous or challenging.		Other activities include usual '''urban sports''' such as golfing, cycling, running, jogging and horse riding. If you’re into rock climbing, the Batu Caves in the [[Kuala Lumpur/North\|Northern suburbs]] is popular. However given [[Malaysia\|Malaysia's]] stunning terrain, you’re better off heading to other places for anything more strenuous or challenging.

−	Want to try paragliding? there is a small site about 1 hour drive from Kuala Lumpur city centre, the site called Jugra Hill, standard tandem flight will cost less than USD33, if you really want to try lets contact 0172936717 Aziz
−
	Several good '''theatres and performance halls''' have emerged as part of Malaysia's drive to encourage greater cultural expression. These include the '''National Theatre''' (''Istana Budaya'') and the '''KL Performing Arts Centre''' (KLPac) in the [[Kuala Lumpur/North\|northern]] part of the city, the '''KL Philharmonic''' in the [[Kuala Lumpur/Golden Triangle\|Twin Towers]], and the '''Actors Studio''' at Lot 10.		Several good '''theatres and performance halls''' have emerged as part of Malaysia's drive to encourage greater cultural expression. These include the '''National Theatre''' (''Istana Budaya'') and the '''KL Performing Arts Centre''' (KLPac) in the [[Kuala Lumpur/North\|northern]] part of the city, the '''KL Philharmonic''' in the [[Kuala Lumpur/Golden Triangle\|Twin Towers]], and the '''Actors Studio''' at Lot 10.

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	Other activities include usual '''urban sports''' such as golfing, cycling, running, jogging and horse riding. If you’re into rock climbing, the Batu Caves in the [[Kuala Lumpur/North\|Northern suburbs]] is popular. However given [[Malaysia\|Malaysia's]] stunning terrain, you’re better off heading to other places for anything more strenuous or challenging.		Other activities include usual '''urban sports''' such as golfing, cycling, running, jogging and horse riding. If you’re into rock climbing, the Batu Caves in the [[Kuala Lumpur/North\|Northern suburbs]] is popular. However given [[Malaysia\|Malaysia's]] stunning terrain, you’re better off heading to other places for anything more strenuous or challenging.

		+	Want to try paragliding? there is a small site about 1 hour drive from Kuala Lumpur city centre, the site called Jugra Hill, standard tandem flight will cost less than USD33, if you really want to try lets contact 0172936717 Aziz
		+
	Several good '''theatres and performance halls''' have emerged as part of Malaysia's drive to encourage greater cultural expression. These include the '''National Theatre''' (''Istana Budaya'') and the '''KL Performing Arts Centre''' (KLPac) in the [[Kuala Lumpur/North\|northern]] part of the city, the '''KL Philharmonic''' in the [[Kuala Lumpur/Golden Triangle\|Twin Towers]], and the '''Actors Studio''' at Lot 10.		Several good '''theatres and performance halls''' have emerged as part of Malaysia's drive to encourage greater cultural expression. These include the '''National Theatre''' (''Istana Budaya'') and the '''KL Performing Arts Centre''' (KLPac) in the [[Kuala Lumpur/North\|northern]] part of the city, the '''KL Philharmonic''' in the [[Kuala Lumpur/Golden Triangle\|Twin Towers]], and the '''Actors Studio''' at Lot 10.

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 [[Image:Pandas_Chengdu.JPG|thumb|Chengdu's Panda Base, located just outside the city, is a favorite of visitors]]
-* <see name="Chengdu Panda Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding" alt="" address="" directions="tourist bus 902 was cancelled; take public bus 97 or 198, or take a taxi from downtown for ¥65 (if traffic is light). Hostels/hotels often organise trips for around ¥110 which includes return transport and the entrance fee." phone="+86 28 83510033" url="http://www.panda.org.cn/english/" hours="" price="Entry fee is ¥58. English-speaking tour guide ¥100." lat="" long="" email="" fax="">This is the biggest facility of this kind in the world. Due to habitat destruction and other reasons, the giant panda is maybe the most famous endangered animal. It is home to some 60 giant pandas, but also has some red pandas and a colony of black-necked cranes. The pandas are basically on display for tourists but views are much closer than is possible at most Western zoos. A small museum and a cinema screening related documentaries is also available. A restaurant and souvenir-stalls top off the tourist installations. The best time to visit is in the morning (early, around 8AM is best), when pandas are most active. Pandas sleep during the hottest time of the day. Feeding time is around 8:30-9:30 (depending on the time of year). It is recommended to arrive as early as you can to avoid the hordes of school and tour groups that arrive every morning.  You can take a photo holding a baby/young Panda for ¥1300.</see>
+* <see name="Chengdu Panda Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding" alt="" address="" directions="tourist bus 902 was cancelled; take public bus 87 or 198, or take a taxi from downtown for ¥65 (if traffic is light). Hostels/hotels often organise trips for around ¥110 which includes return transport and the entrance fee." phone="+86 28 83510033" url="http://www.panda.org.cn/english/" hours="" price="Entry fee is ¥58. English-speaking tour guide ¥100." lat="" long="" email="" fax="">This is the biggest facility of this kind in the world. Due to habitat destruction and other reasons, the giant panda is maybe the most famous endangered animal. It is home to some 60 giant pandas, but also has some red pandas and a colony of black-necked cranes. The pandas are basically on display for tourists but views are much closer than is possible at most Western zoos. A small museum and a cinema screening related documentaries is also available. A restaurant and souvenir-stalls top off the tourist installations. The best time to visit is in the morning (early, around 8AM is best), when pandas are most active. Pandas sleep during the hottest time of the day. Feeding time is around 8:30-9:30 (depending on the time of year). It is recommended to arrive as early as you can to avoid the hordes of school and tour groups that arrive every morning.  You can take a photo holding a baby/young Panda for ¥1300.</see>
 * <see name="Luodai Ancient Town" alt="洛带古镇" address="Luodai Town, Longquanyi District, Chengdu" directions="Luidai Town is about 25km east of downtown Chengdu. Chengluo (成洛) Road goes directly there.  There is also a bus that goes directly there.  Catch it at a small building behind the Xinnanmen bus station, right where Shiqi road bends.  Cost is ¥7.   There appears to be no regular schedule, just show up, and when the bus is full (enough), it departs.  No bus number, just look for signs to '洛带'.  In Luodai, once you exit the train station, turn right on Bajiaojing street, then left at Huaishui Middle Street, and the entrance is on your left." phone="" url="http://www.luodai.gov.cn/ywweb/main.aspx" hours="" price="Entrance: free;" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Over 1 km long streets with older building (in various states of disrepair) lined with stores.  The primary attraction is the many different types of food and snacks available, especially Hakka food, that are hard to find in other places (along with some amount of stores selling standard tourist crap and costumes to rent for photos).  The buildings that line the street are of some, but not great, interest; more interesting are a number of older buildings and halls that give one a feel for older China.  Signage and shops appear to be Chinese-language only.</see>

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-Amsterdam is a large city and a major tourist destination, so you can visit it all year round. However, in winter the days are short (8 hours daylight around Christmas), and the weather may be too cold to walk around the city comfortably, let alone cycle. January and February are the coldest months, with lows around -1°C and highs around 5°C. July and August are the warmest months, with an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Some things are seasonal: the tulip fields flower only in the spring, and Queen's Day (''Koninginnedag'') is always on 30 April, unless it falls on a Sunday. Queen Beatrix was actually born on 31 January, but since January is very cold, the celebrations are held on the day she became the queen of the Netherlands, which is also the birthday of her mother, Juliana.
+Amsterdam is a large city and a major tourist destination, so you can visit it all year round. However, in winter the days are short (8 hours daylight around Christmas), and the weather may be too cold to walk around the city comfortably, let alone cycle. January and February are the coldest months, with lows around -1°C and highs around 5°C. July and August are the warmest months, with an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Some things are seasonal: the tulip fields flower only in the spring, and as of 2014, after the abdication of Queen Beatrix on 30 April 2013, King's Day (''Koningsdag'') is, unless it falls on a Sunday, on 27 April, the birthday of King Willem-Alexander.
 ==Get in==
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 *'''Oude Kerk''' (1306) [http://www.oudekerk.nl/] Located on the Oudezijds Voorburgwal, in the red-light district. The oldest of the five main churches in the historic centre. You can climb the tower from April to September on Saturday & Sunday, every half-hour. Also open in the winter by group appointment (maximum 10 people) cost €70 per hour. (mailto:anna@buscher-malocca.nl) for more information.
-*'''Nieuwe Kerk''' (15th century) [http://www.nieuwekerk.nl/en/index.htm] Located on Dam Square. Used for royal coronations, most recently the crowning of Queen Beatrix in 1980, and royal weddings, most recently the wedding of crown prince Willem-Alexander to princess Máxima in 2002. Today, the church is no longer used for services but is now a popular exhibition space.
+*'''Nieuwe Kerk''' (15th century) [http://www.nieuwekerk.nl/en/index.htm] Located on Dam Square. Used for royal coronations, most recently the crowning of King Willem-Alexander in 2013, and royal weddings, most recently the wedding of crown prince Willem-Alexander to princess Máxima in 2002. Today, the church is no longer used for services but is now a popular exhibition space.
 *'''Zuiderkerk''' (built 1603-1611) [http://www.zuiderkerk.amsterdam.nl/] Located on Zuiderkerkhof ("Southern Graveyard") square. Now an information centre on housing and planning. You can visit the tower from April to September Monday to Saturday (with guide only) every half-hour, cost €6. Also open in the winter by group appointment (maximum 15 people) cost €70 per hr. (mailto:anna@buscher-malocca.nl) for more information.
 *'''Noorderkerk''' (built 1620-1623) [http://www.noorderkerk.org/welcome] Located on Noordermarkt on the Prinsengracht.
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 **''Chinese New Year'': Festival through Zeedijk and China town.
 *'''April'''
-**''Queensday April 30'': The national holiday, nominally in celebration of the Queen's birthday (in fact the ''previous'' Queen's birthday) is hard to describe to anyone who's never been there. The city turns into one giant mass of orange-dressed people (all Amsterdam locals, and another 1 million or so from throughout the country visit the parties in the city) with flea markets, bands playing, and many on-street parties, ranging from small cafes placing a few kegs of beer outside to huge open-air stages hosting world-famous DJ's. The Vondelpark is the place for children selling and performing. An experience you'll never forget. Normally held on April 30th, but if that is a Sunday, it is celebrated one day earlier (to avoid offence to orthodox Protestants). (in 2013, the 30th of April will be used as coronation day, because the new King will be crowned the 28th, but the festivities will also happen on the 30th. BEWARE: it is VERY crowded on this day, so MIND YOUR PURSE/WALLET. If you do not like crowds, go out of the city.)
+**''Kingsday April 27'': The national holiday, nominally in celebration of the King's birthday is hard to describe to anyone who's never been there. The city turns into one giant mass of orange-dressed people (all Amsterdam locals, and another 1 million or so from throughout the country visit the parties in the city) with flea markets, bands playing, and many on-street parties, ranging from small cafes placing a few kegs of beer outside to huge open-air stages hosting world-famous DJ's. The Vondelpark is the place for children selling and performing. An experience you'll never forget. Normally held on April 30th, but if that is a Sunday, it is celebrated one day earlier (to avoid offence to orthodox Protestants). (BEWARE: it is VERY crowded on this day, so MIND YOUR PURSE/WALLET. If you do not like crowds, go out of the city.)
 *'''May'''
 **''Art Amsterdam'': a modern art fair in the RAI exhibition and conference centre. If you want to know what the latest developments are in Dutch galleries, this is where to find them all in one place.
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-The nightclubs in Amsterdam are not as rough as one might think. Many nightclubs are grouped at '''Leidse Square''' and '''Rembrandt Square''' in the [[Amsterdam/Canal Ring|Canal Ring]]. As these two squares are also the typical tourist traps of Amsterdam, prices are relatively high and there are lots of scams. You can't go wrong at '''Melkweg''', '''Sugarfactory''' and '''Paradiso''', three live music venues that usually have a large queue in weekends. Paradiso has the best interior, as it used to be a church, while Melkweg feels more like a nightclub. Sugarfactory is a little more intimate and is a multidisciplinary platform for young talent. Jimmy Woo is an impressive VIP-room, but their dress code is very strict. There are also some nightclubs in [[Amsterdam/East|Eastern Amsterdam]] (notably '''Panama''') and near [[Amsterdam/West|Westerpark]].
+The nightclubs in Amsterdam are not as rough as one might think. Many nightclubs are grouped at '''Leidse Square''' and '''Rembrandt Square''' in the [[Amsterdam/Canal Ring|Canal Ring]]. As these two squares are also the typical tourist traps of Amsterdam, prices are relatively high and there are lots of scams. You can't go wrong at '''Melkweg''', '''Sugarfactory''' and '''Paradiso''', three live music venues that usually have a large queue in weekends. Paradiso has the best interior, as it used to be a church, while Melkweg feels more like a nightclub. Sugarfactory is a little more intimate and is a multidisciplinary platform for young talent. Jimmy Woo is an impressive VIP-room, but their dress code is very strict. There are also some nightclubs in [[Amsterdam/East|Eastern Amsterdam]] (notably '''Panama''') and near [[Amsterdam/West|Westerpark]]. Techno/minimal lovers go to Trouw in the Wibautstraat, named after the newspaper that used to be printed there.
 Amsterdam's '''gay nightlife''' is not what it used to be, but there is still an active community at the '''Reguliersdwarsstraat''' in the [[Amsterdam/Canal Ring|Canal Ring]]. The annual '''gay pride''' in August is a fun event that can be attended by gays and straights alike.

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	*<do name="Delhi Food Tour" alt="Private Sight seeing and Indian Street Food Tour in Delhi" address="199-A, Lane 10, East Azad Nagar" directions="Use website http://DelhiFoodTour.com for details" phone="+91-9810645418" url="http://DelhiFoodTour.com" hours="6 am to 11:50 pm" price="Rs 3300" lat="" long="">Delhi Food Tour offers private sight-seeing and authentic Indian street food tours in Delhi region. The tours cover not only the cuisine of Delhi, but also some offbeat attractions which most people don't know about. The tours are customized according to visitor's preferences and offer pickup and drop facilities via air-conditioned vehicles. Average duration of the tour is 4-5 hours and includes at least 8 to 18 different varieties of food from different places, some worth seeing places and explanation of history and culture of the places as well as food.</do>		*<do name="Delhi Food Tour" alt="Private Sight seeing and Indian Street Food Tour in Delhi" address="199-A, Lane 10, East Azad Nagar" directions="Use website http://DelhiFoodTour.com for details" phone="+91-9810645418" url="http://DelhiFoodTour.com" hours="6 am to 11:50 pm" price="Rs 3300" lat="" long="">Delhi Food Tour offers private sight-seeing and authentic Indian street food tours in Delhi region. The tours cover not only the cuisine of Delhi, but also some offbeat attractions which most people don't know about. The tours are customized according to visitor's preferences and offer pickup and drop facilities via air-conditioned vehicles. Average duration of the tour is 4-5 hours and includes at least 8 to 18 different varieties of food from different places, some worth seeing places and explanation of history and culture of the places as well as food.</do>
−
−	*Go for a '''Flow India tour''' - customised '''group tours of museums and galleries in Delhi-''' for children and adults - ''A 298, New Friends Colony'' ''visit www.flowindia.com for details call them at +918800754921 http://flowindia.wordpress.com'' - Flow India offers private customised tours of all the museums and galleries of Delhi. Walk through the National Gallery of Modern Art - experiencing the rich art history of India, from Mughal Miniatures to Modern and Contemporary Art, or enjoy a day as a family in the National Museum - filled with treasure hunts amongst ancient sculptures. Suitable for all age groups, and flexible with timings, Flow India offers a unique way to experience the city of Delhi.

	==Learn==		==Learn==

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	The death knell of the Ambassador was rung in December 2006, when modern '''radio taxi''' services were launched. At Rs 20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialed 24 hr/day. The flag fare is Rs 20, and the fare increases by Rs 5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11pm to 5am. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporates rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car license plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that he's arrived. Most drivers speak English, but at a very basic level, so use short phrases.		The death knell of the Ambassador was rung in December 2006, when modern '''radio taxi''' services were launched. At Rs 20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialed 24 hr/day. The flag fare is Rs 20, and the fare increases by Rs 5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11pm to 5am. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporates rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car license plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that he's arrived. Most drivers speak English, but at a very basic level, so use short phrases.
		+
		+	Best Tourist Vehicle Are:
		+	Indica , Indigo, Swift Desire, Toyota Etios, Toyota Corolla and Innova

	'''Car Rentals:'''		'''Car Rentals:'''

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 * <sleep name="Express by Holiday Inn Dubai-Internet City" alt="" address="Tecom Zone, Knowledge City" directions="" phone="+971 4 4275555" email="" fax="" url="http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/pc/1/en/hotel/dxbic" checkin="" checkout="" price="">Opened in 2007, modern hotel, the location means it's primarily useful for business visitors to Internet City. Two restaurants, bar and a "mini-gym" on premises, but no pool, and internet costs AED 100/day.</sleep>
-* <sleep name="Four Points by Sheraton Downtown" alt="" address="Mankhool Road, 4C Street" directions="15 min by taxi from airport, 20 min to Dubai Creek on foot." phone="+971 4 3543333" url="http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=3093" checkin="" checkout="" price="US$200" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Opened in November 2007, it's a stunningly modern hotel. Spacious, airy rooms, excellent gym, great little rooftop pool. </sleep>
+* <sleep name="Four Points by Sheraton Downtown" alt="" address="Mankhool Road, 4C Street" directions="15 min by taxi from airport, 20 min to Dubai Creek on foot." phone="+971 4 3543333" url="[http://www.starwoodhotels.com/fourpoints/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=3093]" checkin="" checkout="" price="US$200" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Opened in November 2007, it's a stunningly modern hotel. Spacious, airy rooms, excellent gym, great little rooftop pool. </sleep>
 * '''Manhattan Avenue Hotel''', Deira (formerly known as the Hawthorn Suites or Hawthorn Hote). ☎ +971 4 297-0808 (fax: +971 4 297-1112 [mailto:sales@hawthorn-deira.com}) [http://www.hawthorn.com/reservations/locationdetail.asp?facid=4141]. Single rooms start at 400 dirhams (US$111), including breakfast.

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 * <do name="National Zoological Park" alt="NZP" address="Mathura Road" directions="" phone="+91 11 2435 8500" url="" hours="9:30AM-4PM (Closed Friday)" price="Foreigner: Rs 100, Indian: Rs 20" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">The Delhi Zoo is a very large and sprawling park dedicated to preserving the rich biodiversity of the country. This park may be the only chance of seeing a tiger or elephant for some travellers. Be prepared to do a lot of walking [http://www.d2i.in/visit/Delhi-National-Zoological-Park_Pragati-Maidan_Delhi-NCR_Zoo-Aquarium/3166].</do>
 *<do name="Delhi Food Tour" alt="Private Sight seeing and Indian Street Food Tour in Delhi" address="199-A, Lane 10, East Azad Nagar" directions="Use website http://DelhiFoodTour.com for details" phone="+91-9810645418" url="http://DelhiFoodTour.com" hours="6 am to 11:50 pm" price="Rs 3300" lat="" long="">Delhi Food Tour offers private sight-seeing and authentic Indian street food tours in Delhi region. The tours cover not only the cuisine of Delhi, but also some offbeat attractions which most people don't know about. The tours are customized according to visitor's preferences and offer pickup and drop facilities via air-conditioned vehicles.  Average duration of the tour is 4-5 hours and includes at least 8 to 18 different varieties of food from different places, some worth seeing places and explanation of history and culture of the places as well as food.</do>
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 [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]]
-'''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions (no doors!) that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back.  In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street.  Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (Rs 19 for the first two kms, Rs 6.50/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. As rules of thumb, even the shortest journey costs Rs 30, but you should not need to pay over Rs 150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off.
+'''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions (no doors!) that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back.  In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street.  Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (Rs 25 for the first two kms, Rs 8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. In May 2013, base rates increased from 19 to 25 Rs and from 6.5 Rs to 8 Rs/km thereafter. Many drivers have not updated their electronic meters and will use this as a way to haggle for vastly more money - "This is old rate, new rate Rs 80!" If their meter says 19 Rs when you get in, they aren't lying about not having updated, but are likely exaggerating the new rate, which should only be roughly 25% higher than the displayed rate, not double or triple as some will claim. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost Rs 30-40 regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over Rs 150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off.
 If you have any trouble with them, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city center and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a Rs 500 fine for the auto driver.  There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint.

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 *<sleep name="Hotel Ashoka" alt="hotelashoka@ntc.net.np" address="Jyatha, Thamel, Kathmandu" directions="Walk from Ratna Park via Rani Pokhari Lake and Skywalk, Before Honda Showroom" phone="+977-1-4249617 " url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="" lat="" long="">3 beds, 4 beds in a room available and suitable for family with kids, bigger groups & large families on budget. They have package to Nagarkot which is 38 kms frpm KTM. A diner, bar, laundry, barber, provision store are nearby and it is walking easily accessible to Ratna Park for onward journey and trips.</sleep>
 ===Mid-range===
 * <sleep name="Ambassador Hotel" alt="" address="Lazimbat" directions="" phone="4-414432" url="www.acehotelsnepal.com" checkin="" checkout="" price="2.500 NPR Per person in double room" lat="" long="" email="ambassador@ambassador.com.np" fax=""> Around 10 minutes walk from Thamel, so the environment is not as hectic, but the bars are still at a walking distance. It includes unlimited free use of internet in the two computers on the lobby</sleep>

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	Free internet terminals are usually available in some Starbucks, Pacific Coffee Company [http://www.pacificcoffee.com] and some shopping malls, the airport, the MTR (e.g. Wan Chai station, Central Station, Tsim Sha Shui Station). The government also offers a big network of free WIFI [http://www.gov.hk/en/theme/wifi/program/index.htm] hot spots in most government premises and public libraries.		Free internet terminals are usually available in some Starbucks, Pacific Coffee Company [http://www.pacificcoffee.com] and some shopping malls, the airport, the MTR (e.g. Wan Chai station, Central Station, Tsim Sha Shui Station). The government also offers a big network of free WIFI [http://www.gov.hk/en/theme/wifi/program/index.htm] hot spots in most government premises and public libraries.
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		+	Note that unlike the Mainland China the Internet access is not filtered in Hong Kong. All the web sites which work in the West work in Hong Kong.

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 * '''Seoul I Guesthouse - Hongik University/Hongdae''', 561-61- Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu (''7 minutes from Line 2 Hongik University stn exit 2''), ☎+82 70-8779-6161, [http://www.seouliguesthouse.com www.seouliguesthouse.com] email; webmaster@seouliguesthouse.com. Easily accessible from the Subway/Metro Line 2 green line and the Airport Express Train. Located in Hongdae (clubs,bars) and close to other famous tourist attractions (Myeongdong,Insadong, Gyeongbok Palace,Han River) Awesome friendly multi-language speaking staff. Staff can help book DMZ tours, provide info on K-pop Concerts and other tourist attractions. No Curfew, Free breakfast (Coffee, Tea, Toast, Butter, Eggs, Jam), Free guest computers, free hi-speed wifi, Free use of Bicycyles (3 available), Free Security Lockers, Air Con + Heating, Large common room with Big Screen TV w/ Cable + Korean Movies, Kitchen w/ stove,fridge,oven,microwave available for use, Monthly BBQ parties. Mixed Dorm, Female Dorm available from 17,000W/night. Private Rooms Available as well. Discounts for long term stays
-* '''TIME Hongdae Guesthouse''', 255-9, Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul (''5 minutes walk from Hongik Univ. stn exit 3''), ☎+82 11-9559-0405 , [http://www.timeguesthouse.com] email; timeguesthouse.seoul@gmail.com. [Free Service] breakfast (toast, jam, coffee)/ linen and blankets / internet PC, Wi-fi, cable TV / air conditioner / fully equipped kitchen / washing machine, detergent, iron, hair dryer / personal locker / car parking / check-in2:00pm check-out 11:00am rate 18,000-22,000 KRW (16-20 USD) / Female only dorm available from 18,000 KRW. Private Studio available from 80,000 KRW per whole room.
+* '''TIME Hongdae Guesthouse''', 255-9, Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul (''5 minutes walk from Hongik Univ. stn exit 3''), ☎+82 10-9696-3223 , [http://www.timeguesthouse.com] email; timeguesthouse.seoul@gmail.com. [Free Service] breakfast (toast, jam, coffee)/ linen and blankets / internet PC, Wi-fi, cable TV / air conditioner / fully equipped kitchen / washing machine, detergent, iron, hair dryer / personal locker / car parking / check-in2:00pm check-out 11:00am rate 18,000-22,000 KRW (16-20 USD) / Female only dorm available from 18,000 KRW. Private Studio available from 80,000 KRW per whole room.
 * '''Backpackers Korea - Sinchon''', 106-105 Nogosan-dong, Mapo-gu (''4 min from Line 2 Sinchon stn exit 7''), ☎+82 2 715-6277,  [http://www.backpackerskorea.com]. Friendly cool English, Japanese, Chinese speaking staffs,  Free breakfast (Toast, Jam, Peanut butter, Eggs, coffee and tea), free wifi, free international phone call, free laundry, A/C, hot water, rooftop terrace, common room with kitchen.  All rooms are equipped with desktop computer, refrigerator, big flat TV with cableTV on the wall. private from ₩55,000/night with own bathroom.

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 ==Get in==
 ===Buses===
-It is best to travel by private-hire cars and taxis to Nagarkot. Tourist shuttle buses also operate. From the international airport, it should take about 40 mins and from the city center, about an hour. A scenic drive via the ancient city of Bhaktapur and tiny villages along meandering mountain roads is a journey by itself, before arriving at Nagarkot.
+The easyest and cheapest way to get here from Kathmandu is to take a bus at the "Bakhtapur Bus Terminal" (25 RP in May 2013) to Bakhtapur and from there another bus to Nagarkot (45 RP in May 2013). It will take between one and a half and two hours and it´s a nice trip.
 ===Trekking===
 Trekking is another exciting way to get to Nagarkot. The routes can be
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 ==Sleep==
 *<sleep name="Peaceful cottage &amp; café du Mont" alt="" address="peacefulcottage@hotmail.com" directions="" phone="9771-6680077" url="http://www.peaceful-cottage.com/" checkin="" checkout="" price="" lat="" long="">is a simple but well-run place with just 10 rooms.  It is a mountain resort located at the heart of Nagarkot Hill station. Surrounded by thick pine trees around and far away from the noise and pollution, you can savour your holiday in nature in peace. The octangular tower of the resort commands 360 degree Killer panorama of himalayas and the kathmandu valley. The rooms are simple but neat, clean and very acceptable. The tariff ranges from $ 30- 45 $ per night. </sleep>

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 '''Thamel''' is in [[Kathmandu]]. It is a haven for tourists visiting the city. It contains numerous hotels, restaurants, and shops that cater specifically to western tourists. It is located in the northern region of Kathmandu past the government district on [[Tridevi Marj]]. Although some consider it to be overcrowded it has been used by westerners since the 1970's when hippies in the region discovered it. Although now it had become quite commercial. Thamel is an easy walk from anywhere in central Kathmandu. Though the roads can be quite busy during the day, and traffic can be quite heavy.
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+[[File:thamel_map.jpg|thumb|350px| map of Thamel]]
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 Getting into Thamel is easy as any taxi driver will know exactly where it is. It is about a 20 minute taxi drive from [[Tribhuvan International Airport]] or about a 15 minute drive from the city bus station. Both will cost you around NPR 400 (around $5). You can also take the local bus from the station on Tridevi Marj next to [[Ratna Park]]. This costs as of June 2012 NPR 200 for tourists.
 ==See==
 The streets of Thamel are fascinating, though beware of the hash dealers and the violin sellers as they will try to rip you off. Most of the actual tourist draws are outside of the district, this is a good place to set up a home base to see the city from.
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 ==Contact==
 The American Embassy in next to Ratna Park which is around a 15 minute walk from central Thamel.
 ==Stay Safe==
 There are many scams that are run in Thamel, almost none include violence but you will lose a lot of money. One of the ways the scams are run is someone will offer to guide you around the city and then demand an exorbitant sum. Another is selling you wares for entirely to much money. There is also a scam where mothers stand outside of stores selling milk with their babies and will say they do not have money for milk. After you buy it they will sell it back to the store. Also don't give money to beggars are many Nepalis find begging demeaning.
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 *'''Vishnu temple'''
 *'''Mahendreswar Temple'''
 It is possible to climb the steps of many of the temples for a better look, or to join the people sat at the top watching the bustle below.

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+! July
 ! August
 ! September

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 [[Image:Pokhara_Annapurna_Range.jpg|thumb|400px|The Annapurna Mountains above Pokhara's Phewa Tal lakeshore.]]
-'''Pokhara''' is the third largest city in [[Nepal]]. It is the starting point for most of the treks in the [[Annapurna]] area. It is considered by many to be the most beautiful place in the whole wide world.
+'''Pokhara''' is the third largest city in [[Nepal]]. It is the starting point for most of the treks in the [[Annapurna]] area.
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 *'''Rupa Tal'''. One of the more remote lakes in Pokhara with limited accessibility and hence more serene and unspoiled compared to the other lakes. A must visit for any nature lover
 *'''Dipang Tal'''. Beautiful lake where you can find wild lotus and wild swan. It is located about fifteen minutes walk from Sisuwa, the city centre of Lekhnath muncipality
-* <see name="Devi's Falls" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="http://www.devisfall.com" hours="" price="Rs 20" lat="" long="" email="" fax=""></see>
+* <see name="Devi's Falls" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="" url="http://www.devisfall.com" hours="" price="Rs 20" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Corrupted from David's Fall after David's wife who died here on accidentally discovering a water-fall.</see>
 *'''World Peace Pagoda (Shanti Stupa)''' [http://pokhara.net/Peace-Pagoda-Buddhist-Stupa]. Built about 16 years ago atop a hill overlooking Phewa Tal, the Stupa offers a great place to see the mountains and the sunset over Pokhara. It can be accessed by hiring a boat across the lake and following a pretty good track upward, climbing up through the forest (but watch out for leeches during the monsoon)or by foot from the road that passes Devi's Fall, turning right at the end of Chhorepatan. Taxis can now drive up to within 15 minutes' walk of the Stupa - ask them to use the Chhorepatan road, which is shorter and therefore should be a little cheaper than the Kalimati road.
 **Hike to the top! From the small fork road behind the bakery in Damside, go south 200m, past a few hotels to the road bridge over the big canal. Go southwest along smaller road to the cable bridge over the creek, notice the "peace" sign on bridge anchor cement. Cross, then go up steps to rite, hence main walking trail to left along rice fields. 200m to a small temple and water tap. Notice another peace sign and arrows pointing zig zag up behind tap. Follow ziggy trail through forest to steps and continue up them to top of spur ridge, notice the USA style tree "blazes" (cuttings) wherever confusing. Follow the large trail through lovely forest with monkeys at times. (Warning; a few robberies over the years so don't carry all your money.) Reach forested ridge top at a mudhole/saddle, hence trail crosses over to north side, through more nice forest. Look for tree markers. gradually up until you reach open main ridge, within sight of Peace Pagoda. A few small cafes and a hotel here, then steps up to top. Morning views are best. Often Hindi/Nepali movies being shot on top. It should take around 35 minutes from the hotels near the road bridge over the big canal.
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 *'''Mahendra Cave'''[http://www.mahendracave.com] is a famous cave located in Batulechaur, the northern end of the Pokhara city.
 *'''Chamare Gufa - Bat cave'''. It is another cave located some ten minutes away from the famous Mahendra cave. This cave is famous for the bats that can be seen hanging by the cave's walls
-*'''Gupteswar Mahadev Cave''' [http://www.gupteswarcave.com]. Another cave famous for it's religious importance located in the southern end of the city, Chorepatan. This cave has a famous Hindu god Shiva.
+*'''Gupteswar Mahadev Cave''' [http://www.gupteswarcave.com]. Another cave famous for it's religious importance located in the southern end of the city, Chorepatan. This cave has a famous Hindu god Shiva. It is opp Devi's Fall and on going its underground stairwell depth one comes across the waters of Devi's Fall itself.
 * <see name="International Mountain Museum" address="Ratopahiro" phone="061-460742" email="" fax="" url="" hours="" price="Rs 100 for SAARC resident"> A museum about mountaineering and its history. You could have description of the people living in the Himalayas and descriptions of the 14 highest peaks and their most famous expeditions.</see>
 *<see name="Gurkha Memorial Museum" alt="" address="" directions="" phone="061-541966" url="http://www.gurkhamuseum.org.np" hours="08:00-16:30 everyday" price="Rs 150 for foreigners. Rs 80 for SAARC resident" lat="" long="" mail="gmtmuseum@fewamail.com.np">Museum dedicated to the famous soldiers from Nepal. You can observe here the various historic uniforms, their famous knifes and the different flags. </see>
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 *<eat name="big bite fastfood" alt="" address="mahendra pul" directions="in the city" phone="" url="www.bigbitepokhara.com" hours="9am-8pm" price="less than $10" lat="" long="">Situated in the heart of the city.
 Probably the best burgers and pizzas in the town.</eat>

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 *'''Rock''' There's a great music scene, especially at Busy Bee
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 ==Sleep==
 Virtually all tourist accommodation is located in Lakeside and Damside, near Phewa Lake, but there is also a great new lodge (Raniban Retreat) and restaurant just a few minutes' walk from the World Peace Pagoda. Views from here are 'out of this world', making it ideal for a one or two night relaxing stay or as a base for short treks, whilst also enjoying the sunrise and sunset. There exist as well a dozen of guesthouses uphill, in Sarangkot, but they are often heavily overpriced with their food menu prices being twice or three times higher than in the downtown, counting on the absence of restaurants and any real food store, giving virtualy no choice for tourists. Sarangkot turned in the last years into a village where all the locals expect to become rich fast and easily from the tourism industry and it is very difficult to find any exception to that. According to the reports, some hotels located uphill (such as Superview Guesthouse) force the travellers that stay there to have at least two meals a day in the hotel, with the prices on the menu being stratospheric (one lunch being equal to the daily price for the room). The upside of Sagrangkot is its serenity and absence of air pollution. Last bus from downtown departs at 17:30, taxi to Sarangkot costs 500 NRs and doesn't takes you all the way uphill to the hotels. 20 min. walk uphill on gravel from the taxi stand.
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 *<sleep name="Pleasant Home Hotel" alt="" address="Lakeside Pokhara" directions="just north of Lakeview Resort, 200m up small road " phone="" url="" checkin="" checkout="" price="500.nrs" lat="" long="">a nice budget hotel with friendly owners and decent 500 rupee rooms. we stayed there for months over the years. TV/cable/hot water/mtn view balconies/secure parking, rarely full, quiet.</sleep>
-*'''Pushkar Guest House''', A relaxed and comfortable guest house where open attitudes and good humour abound. Has a variety of rooms to suit all budgets, hot showers, a rooftop restaurant (BEST breakfasts in Pokhara with great crusty brown bread!) overlooking the lake and with awesome views of sacred
+*'''Pushkar Guest House''', A relaxed and comfortable guest house where open attitudes and good humour abound. Has a variety of rooms to suit all budgets, hot showers, a rooftop restaurant (BEST breakfasts in Pokhara with great crusty brown bread!) overlooking the lake and with awesome views of sacred Barahi Temple.
 *'''Samrat Home''', Lake side - north part, small homestay with clean, cosy rooms. Owner is an English teacher, also providing useful information about Pokhara and surroundings. Free morning tea if you ask owner's wife - Sadana. They have two nice lively boys. Modest and nice people. Rooms from 300Rs, 500Rs with attached bathroom. Friendly atmosphere, convinient store downstairs (with filtered water station for 10Rs.) highly recommended !!! fewa_kaji@hotmail.com Owner: Khaji Thapa.
 *'''Sweet Dreams''', Lake side, very small relaxed hotel with a small bar/cafe/garden attached which is great for escaping from the noise of the main road. Rooms from 300Rs, next door to Billy Bunters.
 ===Mid-range===

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 *'''Nasal Chowk''' Statues, temples and the Rana museum.
 *'''Pashupatinath''' - An important Hindu temple to Shiva in the form of Lord of Animals.  See monkeys, cremation, sadhus and a holy cave.  Morning is a great time to go. 1000 Rupess for foreigner. No Entry inside the Temple for foreigners.
-*'''Garden of Dreams''' - Relax in this beautiful and peaceful walled garden close to Thamal & the former Royal Palace. Entry Rs 160.
+*'''Garden of Dreams''' [www.gardenofdreams.org.np] - called '''Kaiser Mahal'''. Relax in this beautiful and peaceful walled garden close to Thamel & the former Royal Palace. Entry NPR 200 as on Apr 2013. Beautifully renovated in partnership with Austrian Govt. Currently has 2 pavilions depicting 2 of the 6 annual seasons in the hindu calendar.  (Grishma ''Summer'' and Basanta ''Spring'').  [The other 4 seasons being Varsha ''Monsoon'', Hemant ''Autumn to Winter'', Shishir ''Winter-Spring'' and Sharad ''Autumn''.][http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ritu_(Indian_season)]. It has got a Cafe for breakfast, lunch, tea and dinner and Open Air Theatre for Cultural programmes for which prior reservation can be obtained.
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 *<see name="Budda Neelkanth" alt="Narangdham" address="" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">An Idol of Bhagwan Vishnu in a sleeping position surrounded by water is an extraordinary cool and calm experience. At a distance of about 5-6 kilometres from Main Bus Park, Kathmandu.</see>
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 *'''Pizza Express''' While not quite on par with Roadhouse Cafe or Fire and Ice, Pizza Express makes a tasty product from their locations in Lazimpat (216-1212) and in Basantbur Plaza (423-2777). They are unique in that they are the only mainstream pizza shop with delivery in Kathmandu. The fast-food style decor and focus on delivery and take-out are reflected both in their prices and quick service.
 *'''Near the Airport''' If you're looking for a quick cheap snack of tasty curry or momo check out the small roadside stand across the ring road right at the airport. With your back towards the airport its just 200m left of the Airport Hotel, at the junction of a small dirt road. Say hello to Raj, a deaf boy who seems to always be around, tell him Alex from Canada says hi.
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 * [http://hotelluckystar.com/ Hotel Lucky star] Tel- +977 1 4701 569 Hotel Lucky Star is one of the best budget & cheap tourist stay hotel in Thamel, Z- Street. It is situated at the Central Thamel at Kumari Gate, which is the main down town of Thamel.
 ===Mid-range===
 * <sleep name="Ambassador Hotel" alt="" address="Lazimbat" directions="" phone="4-414432" url="www.acehotelsnepal.com" checkin="" checkout="" price="2.500 NPR Per person in double room" lat="" long="" email="ambassador@ambassador.com.np" fax=""> Around 10 minutes walk from Thamel, so the environment is not as hectic, but the bars are still at a walking distance. It includes unlimited free use of internet in the two computers on the lobby</sleep>

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 [[Image:DohaWestBay.JPG|thumb|300px|Modern buildings in Doha along the Corniche]]
-'''Doha''' is the capital of Qatar. It is a modern and rapidly developing city and, considering the money being poured into construction, Doha looks set to become one of the premier cities in the Gulf within a few years.
+'''Doha''' is the capital of [[Qatar]]. It is a modern and rapidly developing city and, considering the money being poured into construction, Doha looks set to become one of the premier cities in the Gulf within a few years.
 ==Get in==
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 ===Museums===
 Considering Doha is attempting to become something of a regional cultural hub, the current state of its [http://www.qma.org.qa/en/ museums] is somewhat shambolic. Many museums are closed for seemingly never-ending refurbishment, the opening hours not particularly tourist friendly (closed on weekends), websites lack basic information such as opening times and location, and many museums require you to phone in advance for a special appointment (which can make the solo visitor feel somewhat uncomfortable as the curator opens up just for 1 person).  All of this means that there is only really one museum that is currently open (as of May 2012) that you can just turn up and go (the Museum of Islamic Arts).
-'''Museum of Islamic Arts''' [http://www.mia.org.qa/english/index.html] - is Doha's flagship museum, located next to Doha's port on the Corniche. Housed in a building designed by I.M. Pei, the museum houses artifacts from Muslim dynasties all over Asia, Africa and Europe. Also present are items from the Al-Thani dynasty, as well as art from all parts of the Middle East. Gloriously air conditioned, has a cafe and gift shop. The permanent exhibition is on the 2nd and 3rd floors, with temporary exhibitions on the ground floor. If living in Doha you may want to not see it all at once as the displays on the 2nd and 3rd floors are rather similar. Open from 10.30am Sunday - Thursday. Open from 12 noon Friday and Saturday.
+*[http://www.mia.org.qa/english/index.html Museum of Islamic Arts] - is Doha's flagship museum, located next to Doha's port on the Corniche. Housed in a building designed by I.M. Pei, the museum houses artefacts from Muslim dynasties all over Asia, Africa and Europe. Also present are items from the Al-Thani dynasty, as well as art from all parts of the Middle East. Gloriously air conditioned, has a cafe and gift shop. The permanent exhibition is on the 2nd and 3rd floors, with temporary exhibitions on the ground floor. If living in Doha you may want to not see it all at once as the displays on the 2nd and 3rd floors are rather similar. Opens Su-Th 10:30, F/Sa 12:00.
-'''National Museum of Qatar''' [http://www.qma.org.qa/en/collections/national-museum-of-qatar] is due to open December 2014. Located at the end of Al Muthaf Street.
+*[http://www.qma.org.qa/en/collections/national-museum-of-qatar National Museum of Qatar] is due to open December 2014. Located at the end of Al Muthaf Street.
-'''Msheireb Enrichment Centre''' [http://mec.msheireb.com] is a floating barge docked at the Doha Corniche, in close proximity to one of the city's oldest landmarks, the Sheraton Hotel. The Centre serves as an educational portal to showcase Qatar's glorious past and soaring ambitions for the future. Entrance is free. Mon-Thu: 9:00am to 8:30pm, Sat: 3:30pm to 6:30pm.
+'''Msheireb Enrichment Centre''' [http://mec.msheireb.com] is a floating barge docked at the Doha Corniche, in close proximity to one of the city's oldest landmarks, the Sheraton Hotel. The Centre serves as an educational portal to showcase Qatar's glorious past and soaring ambitions for the future. Entrance is free. M-Th 09:00-20:30, Sa 15:30-18:30.
 '''Mathaf: Arab Museum Of Modern Art''' [http://www.mathaf.org.qa/]- Recently opened the museum houses a collection of Modern Art from the Arab world based on a collection amassed by Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the museum is housed in a specially designed building in Doha. Temporarily located in Education City, about a 10km taxi ride from the Corniche. Entrance is free.

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 Mumbai is in close proximity to hill stations, beaches and jungles. Places like Matheran, Lonavala, Alibaug, Khandala   Panchgani and Mahabaleshwar are some of the destinations which can be done over a weekend. There are several companies that connect all of these places with individual travelers and corporate travelers from Mumbai.
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 Dubai is practically synonymous with shopping. The huge amounts of cargo passing through its port and the low tariffs ensure that practically anything is available at fairly competitive rates, although the appreciation of the Dirham, and the plentiful supply of shoppers means that Dubai is no longer a bargain basement shopping city. You'll also find products in western chain stores, still with the original tags quoting euro or sterling prices, being sold with a 20-30% mark-up once converted to Dirhams.
-The best things to buy in Dubai is textiles, electronics and gold, electronics is believed to be much cheaper while textiles and gold offer a wide range of selection.
+The best things to buy in Dubai are textiles, electronics and gold, electronics is believed to be much cheaper while textiles and gold offer a wide range of selection.
 Even in the mega-malls, Dubai shops suffer from the standard developing world shopping phenomenon of having no storeroom and no stocks in reserve - and for clothes shopping this may mean that you may struggle to find the style you want in the size you want.  Shops open as early as 9AM and stay open to 10PM and on weekends to 12AM and some stay to 1AM.

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 ====Gimpo Airport====
-The closer but older '''Gimpo Airport''' [http://www.airport.co.kr/doc/gimpo_eng/] (김포국제공항, '''GMP''') caters only to the shuttle services to [[Tokyo]]-Haneda, [[Osaka]]-Kansai, [[Taipei]]-Songshan and [[Shanghai]]-Hongqiao, as well as domestic flights within [[South Korea]].
+The closer but older '''Gimpo Airport''' [http://www.airport.co.kr/doc/gimpo_eng/] (김포국제공항, '''GMP''') caters only to the shuttle services to [[Tokyo]]-Haneda, [[Osaka]]-Kansai, [[Taipei]]-Songshan, [[Shanghai]]-Hongqiao and [[Beijing]], as well as domestic flights within [[South Korea]].
 Gimpo Airport is easily reached on the A'REX link from Seoul Station or Incheon Airport, as well as subway lines 5 and 9.  All lines intersect Line 2 which runs in a large circle through Seoul. Line 9 (Gold Line), a private subway line in Seoul, has three express trains per hour. Travelers coming into Seoul should first have detailed directions to their destination from the nearest station then consult the subway map before deciding on which line and route to take. All three lines cost ₩1,000-2,100 (depending on distance), while a taxi to central Seoul will run around ₩30,000. Discounts for subway fare are available with T-Money cards.

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