Thamel
is a commercial neighbourhood in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal.
Thamel has been the centre of the tourist industry in Kathmandu for over
four decades, starting from the hippie days when many artists came to
Nepal and spent weeks in Thamel. Even though Thamel has been referred to
as a “ghetto” by some, many low-budget travellers consider it a
hot-spot for tourism.Thamel is distinguished by its narrow alleys
crowded with various shops and vendors. Commonly sold goods include
food, fresh vegetables/fruits, pastries, trekking gear, walking gear,
music, DVDs, handicrafts, souvenirs, woolens, and clothes. Travel
agencies, small grocery stores, budget hotels and restaurants also line
the streets. Cars, cycle rickshaws, two-wheelers and taxis ply these
narrow streets alongside hundreds of pedestrians.There are many
restaurants in Thamel that serve traditional and continental cuisine,
although prices are significantly higher than in non-tourist areas.
Thamel also acts as the pre-base camp for mountaineers. It boasts a wide
range of mountaineering gear shops, foreign money exchange booths,
mobile phone shops, pubs, clubs, and nightlife along with the numerous
travel agents and guest houses. Thamel is home to a wide range of the
Nepalese population, and serves both entertainment and
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