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Freak Street
A street in Kathmandu
Freak Street(Jhochhen Tole), presently know as Old Freak Street is a small street located to the south of the Durbar Square. The street received its’ nick name due to the presence of strange looking hippies who hung out during the 1960s’. Jhochhen Tole(Freak Street) was the epicenter of the hippies during the Hippie trail from the early 1960’s to late 1970s’ when Marijuana and Hashish was legal in Nepal and was sold openly in government run hashish shops. Although these things are banned and not available now, still the place holds a unique historical importance.
Near Freak Street
Other places within 15 km.
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Dzongs & Fortresses
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Kathmandu Durbar Square, nestled in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of three historic durbar squares in the Kathmandu Valley.
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Sight
Asan & Indrachowk
Asan, also called Asan Tol, is a lively market square with a medieval origin, renowned for its vibrant bazaars, diverse goods, and ancient temples.
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Restaurants
Fire and Ice Pizzeria
Long-running Thamel pizzeria started by Neapolitan chefs in 1995, known for its thin-crust pizzas. Very popular, so booking ahead is wise.
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Restaurants
OR2K
All-vegetarian Thamel favourite with Middle Eastern dishes such as falafel, hummus and shakshuka, served at low tables with floor cushions.
