A day of shopping was planned first in Thamel then down to a newer area about 30 minutes walk from the hotel. We split in two with my group hitting the Thamel area and the others with Pauline continuing on to Durdar Square.
Five of us squeezed into a small Suzuki Taxi back to the hotel at 12 pm. After lunch we took another taxi down to met the others at the E Revolving Restaurant that did revolve a just a little, near Durdar. It was then off for some serious pashmina shopping with Chhuldim. There was a massive increase in the crowds, density and diversity of shopping in this area. A colourful, pulsating shoppers heaven!
All ten of us plus two locals then packed into the back of a 3 wheeled tooktook for a short trip back to the hotel.
Dinner is out at a restaurant in town tonight at 6.30 pm. We will be up at 6 am tomorrow to visit the Monkey Temple and other sights.
Soaking up the bustle and raw energy of Kathmandu is a wonderful contrast to the peace and grandeur of our amazing Himalayan trek. It is all part of our adventure.
Pictures of:
1. Big breakfasts for Jonathan, Liam and Hugh.
2. How many Cromwellians can you spot? Shopping in the Durdar square area.
Well done Team Cromwell. An excellent effort which illustrates Kiwi
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