Cheap air tickets to Kathmandu

Kathmandu is Nepal's largest city with a population of more than 1.7 million people. It's a busy metropolis that's home to people of varied ethnic groups. The city is chaotic for first-time visitors and the roads are crowded with cars, street vendors and tourists. Despite all that's going on though, you'll come to love the city's wonderful cultural and artistic offerings. Kathmandu is steeped in religious tradition. It defines Nepalese culture, social views and way of life. There are many religious sites that attract thousands of pilgrims every year. Since Kathmandu is a popular tourist spot, you'll be able to discover a myriad of restaurants, bars and cafes that will make your stay comfortable.

Kathmandu is both magical and mysterious. It's here you'll find hidden temples, vendors selling fragrant marigold flowers, private courtyards full of red chillies and rice plus tiny workshops housing talented craftsmen and traders. You'll come across many sights and sounds as you walk about the busy streets. Some may seem a bit overwhelming at first, but you'll soon get acclimatised to it once you start exploring the city.

Can't wait to wander through the city? Book your air tickets to Kathmandu and keep our list of top attractions in mind:

• Head to the impressive Hanuman Dhoka Palace to see royal courtyards and the museum
• To find out more about the city's religious connections visit the Seto Machhendranath Temple
• Make a stop at Itum Bahal—the largest Buddhist courtyard located in the Old Town
• Catch your breath at the city's green lung named Garden of Dreams
• Take a walk around Indra Chowk—a busy square full of vendors selling newspapers, produce and Nepalese jewellery
• Make a stop at Asan Tole—a fascinating and busy square that serves as a marketplace
• Visit the city's most beautiful courtyard on the corner of Durbar and Basantapur Square named Kumari Bahal
• Spend an hour at the Tribhuvan Museum to get an insight into King Tribhuvan's life
• Check out the great drums at Hanuman Dhoka and make a stop at Kot Square
• Take a trip to Kaiser Library to see the collection of stuffed tiger heads and suits of armour on display