Kathmandu is the capital city of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, the largest Himalayan state in Asia. The city stands at an elevation of approximately 1,400 metres (4,600 feet) above sea level in the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley of central Nepal. The valley is historically termed as "Nepal Proper" and has been the home of Newar culture, a cosmopolitan urban civilization in the Himalayan foothills. The city was the royal capital of the Kingdom of Nepal and hosts palaces, mansions and gardens of the Nepalese aristocracy. Kathmandu has been the center of Nepal's history, art, culture and economy. It has a multiethnic population within a Hindu and Buddhist majority.

Also known as Lalitpur, Patan is known to be home to Nepal's best collection of temples.

The eastern gateway to Chitwan National Park, visitors flock here due to its proximity to amazing nature opportunities.

With three squares lined with medieval temples, this holy city suffered a lot of damage in the 2015 earthquake but is still worth a visit.

A visit to this beautiful hilltop city usually promises breathtaking views of the Himalayas.

Most people visit Dhulikhel for its lovely Himalayan views, but it is also home to several nice temples.