Swyambhu Nath Temple:
Swayambhu is, perahaps, the best place to observe the religious harmony in Nepal. the stupa is among the most ancient in this part of the world, and its worshipers are diverse from Newar nuns, Tivetan monks, and Brahmin priests to lay Buddhists and Hindus. The largest image of the Sakyamuni Buddha in Nepal is in a monastery next to the stupa. Other monasteries here have huge prayer wheels, fine Buddhist paintings, and special butter lamps which may be lit afterr presenting monetary offerings.

Dharahara :
Dharahara is also known as Bhimsen Stambha (Tower), Dharahara is a 50.5 meter tower built by Prime Minister Bhimsen Thapa in 1832. The tower is one of Kathmandu's best known monuments. From the top of the tower, one has a panoramic view of the whole kathmandu Valley.

Royal Palace :
This is the present Royal Palace.Special permission has to be obtained to go inside the Royal Palace compound.

Themel Area:
Thamel area has recently emerged as the most popular tourist area of Kathmandu. Thamel is a 15 to 20 minute walk from the center of Kathmandu. Thamel has clean narrow streets full of mushrooming lodges, hotels for budget travellers. Restaurants, bars and other tourist oriented shops can be seen bustling with activities.