One of the ancient Newari town- Kirtipur has always had potential for tourism yet there has always been a few tourists arrival to this place. With all the cultures, history, arts and architectures that this place has got, Kirtipur is no doubt as they say, a hidden gem for the tourists.
Before the pandemic, the tourist arrival in Nepal was increasing like never before. Tourism was growing to be one of the best business industry of Nepal. With the growing number of tourist arrival , the travel trends were evolving. Tourism did not only meant the mountains for Nepal anymore, there were much more that this historical and culturally rich country has to offer for the visitors.
Lately, the unique local cultures and traditions has been one of the major tourist attractions in this modern era.
The rich history and the culture of Nepal have created a huge impressions among the tourists who arrive from different parts of the world. The unique and beautiful arts and architectures, culture heritage and traditions has been one of the major attractions for the tourists. These highlights of the capital has made Kathmandu as one of the best travel destination of Nepal.
As the local culture, heritage and festivals has been one of the major attractions for the tourists lately, the places like Bhaktapur , Patan, Durbar square and likewise has been the famous tourist destination with major attraction sites in Kathmandu. With all this, Kirtipur is no less when it comes to its unique culture and tradition and what it can provide to the tourist.
Kirtipur could be one of the major travel destination in Kathmandu with all the potential it has got.. Although the number of both domestic and international visitors has been increased than before the arrival number is still not enough than what this place deserves.
One of the major reason behind the few number of tourists arrival to Kirtipur could be the minimal promotion of this place. While Kirtipur is well known among the locals of Kathmandu, it has not yet been promoted at full level when it comes to tourism. Yes, many tour operators have included Kirtipur in their tour package but with the few arrival of tourist, the question is has it not create an impression among the tourists ?
Well, you can easily spend a day or two visiting different tourists sites and attractions in Kirtipur , there is no doubt about that. There are enough places to roam around in Kirtipur, enough restaurants to dine to and enough services to hold on to the place. Maybe a lack of tourist activities other than sight seeing might be one of the reasons but there are already enough attractions for tourist to spend their time in Kirtipur
As local and culturally rich Kirtipur is, with its pure local attractions, tourism could really be the next big thing of this place.
However, things are changing in Kirtipur when it comes tourism. The locals and the concerned authorities have understood the importance of tourism and potential of the attractions that this place has to offer for the tourists.
The tourism entrepreneurs are increasing and they are working on and building different tourism services at this place. You can find some of the best ethnic restaurants here. The restaurants like New Lahana, SA: SA, needs no introduction when it comes to tasting the local Newari culture and their foods. Along with that, there has been an increase in the number of restaurants with traditional designs and architectures with local food cuisines.
Homestay and guest house are increasing in Kirtipur. Tourist can now plane their whole week in this place. While Kirtipur misses lodges and hotels, the Homestay and guest houses are even more great experience as you get to witness the local Newari culture of this place.
In your week long stay in Kirtipur, you can roam around every local alleys and communities where you can find temples and sculptures at different places as well. During your stay, you can also head on for a short hike to Champadevi Hill which takes about an hour or so from Kirtipur to the hill top. There are also a couple of resorts at the top where you can relax and enjoy the mesmerising view of the capital and also witness the scenic views of the mountains during the season.
Kirtipur has got a few history of its own. You can visit to the historical sites of this place with a tour guide where you can find the historical monuments along with its history and stories. Well, if you are tired the next day then you can spend your time in the amusement park nearby which takes 30 minutes to walk to from Kirtipur.
The festivals and jatras in Kirtipur- one of the best time to visit.
Well, you can visit Kirtipur at any time to make the most out of the place with the attractions it offers. However, the season of festivals and jatras are no doubt one of the best time to visit Kirtipur. This is the time of celebrations where you get to witness a different vibe of warm culture and happiness. The festivals and jatras are one of the famous parts of Kirtipur. During this time, you can witness the luve cultural and traditional dances and celebrations. These time of jatras is where you get to witness and feel the real culture of Kirtipur. So it is no doubt one of the best time to visit in Kirtipur.
There is no doubt that Kirtipur is a complete tour package. Another best thing is, the tourism entrepreneurs and concerned authorities are working on to promote and uplift the tourism of Kirtipur. So we can definitely expect more in the field of tourism from this place in the coming days, maybe after pandemic when everything is normal.
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