Thamel is a vibrant and popular tourist hub known for its rich nightlife. The area features bars with live cover bands and lively eateries serving both Nepalese and international cuisine. The luxurious Garden of Dreams, established in 1920, is adorned with pavilions, fountains, and decorative urns. Local markets and shops offer metalwork crafts, colorful jewelry, and trekking equipment. The pedestrianized Mandala Street also hosts high-end boutiques and spas.
Kathmandu, April 11: Thamel, a premier tourist destination in Kathmandu, will begin 24-hour operations on April 13.
According to the Thamel Tourism Development Council, preparations are underway for the announcement of full-time (24-hour) business operations in the Thamel and Durbarmarg districts starting from the Nepalese New Year on April 13.
Bhabishwar Sharma, Chairman of the Council, stated that all necessary arrangements to facilitate 24-hour operations in Thamel and Durbarmarg have been completed. The Kathmandu District Administration Office will oversee regional security and other administrative management.
Hari Prasad Sharma, Assistant Chief District Officer of Kathmandu, confirmed that security preparations are in place to implement the announcement allowing nighttime business operations in Thamel and Durbarmarg. He further noted that security protocols for 24-hour operations were developed based on recommendations from all relevant stakeholders.
All tourism-related establishments, including shops, clubs, dance halls, folk music venues, and discos, will remain open. Chairman Sharma shared that nighttime business will operate across all areas of Thamel through consultation and coordination with all stakeholders. Businesses that fail to meet standards according to the code of conduct will be subject to closure starting April 14.
Durbarmarg is a long, wide thoroughfare in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. It is considered the heart of the city, reminiscent of the Champs-Élysées or major avenues in other capital cities. As it leads to the Narayanhiti Palace, it is also known among foreigners as the King’s Way.
