The beautiful and ancient city of Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and is a fast growing tourist destination nestled in the lap of the mighty Himalayas. Housed in the Kathmandu valley, this city stands at a staggering elevation of 4600 feet above the sea level. Now a cosmopolitan urban civilization, Kathmandu is the past centre of the native Newar culture. The Durbar Square in the middle of the city which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the city’s remnants of past glory. A centre for Tibetan Buddhism, Kathmandu is also known for its Stupas and monasteries.