Timeline
16:00
Rudramati Cafe & Lounge (Kathmandu)
Grab a coffee or light bite at Rudramati Cafe & Lounge. It is open from 07:00 to 22:00, so it is ready for you well before the evening rush.
16:30
Take a taxi from the cafe area to Khawalung Monastery. The drive takes about 10 minutes. Arrive with plenty of time to walk around the grounds and find a quiet spot to watch the light change on the exquisite Tibetan Buddhist wall paintings.
17:30
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, offering a clear view of the light fading over the monastery's exterior.
18:15
Head back toward the Bhandarkhal area for dinner. Haasaa is a regional restaurant open until 21:00, making it a convenient and authentic choice for an evening meal.
Local tip
Check the route back from the monastery to the food area. The taxi ride is short, but traffic in Kathmandu can vary.
Check before you go
- Rudramati Cafe & Lounge is open Mo-Su 07:00-22:00.
- Haasaa is open Mo-Sa 08:00-21:00. Plan to finish dinner before it closes.
Worth knowing
- Haasaa is open at 18:15 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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