Events

Moving Mountains



Moving Mountains, A photo exhibition showcasing World Food Programme’s earthquake response in Nepal. 1 to 8 April, 10am to 6pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)5260607

New Year 2073, Wishing all readers a joyous and prosperous Nepali New Year 2073 13 April

Art Market, A place to sell and buy art –paintings, prints, posters and design products.  9 April, 12 to 4pm, The Yellow House, Sanepa, nayantara@photocircle.com.np, pranidhi@image-ark.com

Radiant Women Project,  An awareness campaign against human trafficking and violence against women with Planète Enfants. Supported by the European Union, the program features a photo exhibition by Natalie de Oliveira, music performances, live painting exhibition and circus. 9 April, 4 to 6pm, Tundhikhel

From the Ground Up,  Listen and share stories with a young group of people involved in reconstruction and rebuilding efforts in Nepal. 12 April, 5 to 7pm, Alliance Française, Teku, (01)4242832

Heritage ride, Join Tour De Lumbini, Kathmandu Cycle City 2020 and Cycle City Network Nepal on a ride along seven world heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley. 23 April, 8am onwards, Basantapur Darbar Square, 9841303867   Historical exhibition,  A display of 40 paintings by celebrated mid 19th century Nepali landscape artist Rajman Singh Chitrakar. 10 to 24 April, Taragaon Museum, Baudha, 9843722329   Ride along, Get ready for the eighth Enfield rendezvous and poker run starting from Kathmandu and ending at the scenic lake city of Pokhara. 12 to 14 April, Rs 10,400. For more information: 9559112666/9793185744   Karavan Kathmandu, A pop-up design bazaar featuring made in Nepal clothing, jewellery and home décor hosted by Tabela Restaurant. 9 April, 12 to 5 pm, Tabela Restaurant, Naxal, karavankathmandu@gmail.com

Rafting in Trisuli, Participate in the first edition of the Himalayan Freestyle Kayaking Championship. Winners receive Rs 50,000. 10 April, 9am to 5pm, Fishling, 9818888 944, info@nepalkayakclub.org

KJC for Kids, Music lessons, vocal training, ballet dance, beat boxing, arts and more for your kids at the KJC Spring Camp for Kids. For children aged 5 to 11 years old. 4 to 15 April, 10am to 4pm, Mondays to Fridays, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01)5013554


Dining

Shangri-La Hotel and Resort,



Shangri-La Hotel and Resort, Enjoy your Saturdays with a wide spread of shawarmas and pastas at Shambala Garden and Club Sundhara. Rs 1500 per person, 11am to 3pm, Shangri-La Hotel & Resort, Lajimpat, (01) 4412999

Little Italy, Go vegetarian at this Italian food chain and don’t forget to end your meal with the chef’s special, the chocolate bomb. Kamaladi, (01)4233577

The Dwarika’s Hotel, Nepali BBQ at Dwarika’s live cooking stations every Friday evening. Reservations recommended. Price: Rs 1800 plus taxes (Includes can of beer, a soft drink or 30 ml local alcoholic beverage), 6.30pm onwards, The Dwarika’s Hotel, Battisputali, (01)4479488, sales@dwarikas.com

Hotel Yak & Yeti, Mouthwatering BBQ, an international selection of beverages and a premium shisha menu awaits all. 10 April, 12 to 4pm, Price: Rs 2000 plus taxes, Poolside garden, Hotel Yak & Yeti, Darbar Marg, (01)4248999

La Dolce Vita, Everybody’s longtime favourite Italian restaurant. Revisit this spot for some good pizzas. Thamel, (01) 4426474


Cinemas


Getaways

Park Village Resort



Park Village Resort, Yoga, detox and ayurveda treatment in a quiet corner of Kathmandu. Himalayan Peace and Wellness Center, Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha, (01)4370286, peace@wellness.com.np

Tiger Mountain Lodge, Situated 1000 ft above Pokhara valley, this resort offers spectacular views of Machhapuchchre, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu. www.tigermountainpokhara com,  (01)4426427, 9849194874

Himalayan Height Resort, Tucked away near a jungle at the side of a hill with a 270 degree view of the Valley. Pharping, Kathmandu, 4371537, 4371561

Neydo Monastery, A monastery and guest house, Neydo is home to many significant religious sites of the great siddhas. Leave your troubles behind and book a room. Pharping, Kathmandu, www.neydohotel.com

Pataleban Vineyard Resort, Japanese-influenced eco-resort with great views, jungle walks, and picnics. Chisapani, Kathmandu, 9841679364


Music

Celebrating 2073



Celebrating 2073, Usher in the Nepali New Year with Sabin Rai & The Electrix, B-Eight, DJ BKI Cool and DJ Angel.  12 April, 7pm onwards, Victory Lounge, Darbar Marg, Tickets: Pre sales Rs 1000 (till 11 April), door sales Rs 1500,  9801031277 /9802961566/9802961570

Mt 8848 Live, Tap to the beats of the rock and folk music fusion band Mt 8848 this Nepali New Year’s Day. 13 April, 5pm onwards, Rockers Magic, Thamel, 9803837675, hardrockktm@gmail.com

1974 AD Live, Celebrate this Nepali New Year with the new line up of Nepal’s popular rock band 1974 AD. 13 April, 2 to 6pm, Pharping Tamv Ground, Pharping   Music mania, Be part of the rock and roll mania with the 12th edition of the KCM Inter College Music Competition. Preliminary rounds on 15 and 16 April. Registration fee: Rs 5000, 10am onwards, 23 April, Jawalakhel Football Ground,  9849149154, 9849465316, 9813505758

ZikLag Live, Spend the evening enjoying soulful jazz with ZikLag followed by a performance by electronic music producer Ranzen Jha. Entry fee: Rs 300 8 April, 8pm onwards, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, sanzey@hotmail.com

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