Problems quickly begin immediately after one lands. It's just how it works. I thought my luggage was lost, that the driver taking me to my hotel for the night way taking me down some back alley, then I was taken to the wrong hotel and knew no one. I now have fond memories of laying on that bed, arms sprawled out, crying and asking myself 'What the hell am I doing here?'
After picking myself up I got out of the hotel the next morning, found the right hotel and explored the city. Kathmandu, well Thamel anyway, is a 24/7 hustle bustle. So much is going on it actually drives you nuts. The horns, the music, the talking, the smells, the lights, are endless. I suppose that's why I ended up hating being in Kathmandu after a few days. I'm glad I arrived early and got to explore the city, but I'm not a lover of touristy check list destinations, and unfortunately that's exactly what Kathmandu is.
I found some fabulous shops and incredibly cheap and beautiful food, but everything and everyone is in your face. It's a tough way of life for Nepalese people, but it's also tough for tourists.
I look forward to visiting Kathmandu again. Mainly because this time it means I'm almost home.
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