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Best Place to Jogging (Where to Go Running in Kathmandu)? Porpa Ajima, Ranibari Park Near Thamel.
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<blockquote data-quote="kumarvairab" data-source="post: 482" data-attributes="member: 1"><p><h3>So, where do people run in Kathmandu?</h3><p>Are travelers in Thamel looking to maintain their running routine?</p><p>The Ranibari Park is the perfect jogging and running spot near Thamel. </p><p>It is a community forest nearby.</p><p></p><p>[ATTACH=full]890[/ATTACH]</p><p>It's just 2.2km away from the central Thamel. Situated on the northern side of Kathmandu.</p><p>It's called Ranibari, and it's a premise of the divine goddess Porpa Ajima/पोर्पा अजिमा.</p><p></p><p>You may take a cab to reach there (<em>7mins drive</em>) or take a walk (<em>30mins or less</em>) via main Road From Lazimpat (turn left from Old Shangrila Hotel), then you will reach directly to the Samakhusi Area. Ask locals for easy access.</p><p></p><p>[ATTACH=full]889[/ATTACH]</p><h3>Walking Route Below</h3><p>[ATTACH=full]892[/ATTACH]</p><p></p><h3>It's a well-protected land and has a decent walking and jogging track.</h3><p>This protected lush green park offers a well-maintained running track, making it an ideal place for pre- and post-trek joggers.</p><p>From early morning until 4:00 PM, the park is open for all. Whether you're preparing for a trek or just looking for a quiet place to run, this park is an excellent choice</p><p>You will be charged a small fee after 8:00 AM. Usually, you will meet fitness-conscious locals running and walking around in the morning.</p><p></p><p>[ATTACH=full]891[/ATTACH]</p><p></p><h2>Few things to consider</h2> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Toilet facilities:</strong> Available (<em>I have seen the signboard, but never used</em>)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Canteen:</strong> Yes (<em>locally operated</em>)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Entry fee:</strong> NPR 20 (Free before 8 AM)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Photography/Videography:</strong> Videography is Prohibited. For a professional Photoshoot, you have to pay and obtain permissions.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Recommendation:</strong> Bring your own water bottle.</li> </ul><h3><strong>Running Tips:</strong></h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Go early</strong>: The best time to run is before 8 AM to enjoy the free entry and fresh air.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Respect local rules</strong>: Avoid professional photography or videography inside the park.</li> </ul><p>Foreigners staying in Thamel, Ranibari Park, is <strong>one of the best nearby options</strong>.</p><p></p><p>Hope this helps.</p><hr /><p>Follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/krmaharjan/" target="_blank">INSTAGRAM</a></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="kumarvairab, post: 482, member: 1"] [HEADING=2]So, where do people run in Kathmandu?[/HEADING] Are travelers in Thamel looking to maintain their running routine? The Ranibari Park is the perfect jogging and running spot near Thamel. It is a community forest nearby. [ATTACH type="full" alt="The Ranibari Park - best place to jog or run - Yentra.com (photos by Kumar Raja Maharjan)"]890[/ATTACH] It's just 2.2km away from the central Thamel. Situated on the northern side of Kathmandu. It's called Ranibari, and it's a premise of the divine goddess Porpa Ajima/पोर्पा अजिमा. You may take a cab to reach there ([I]7mins drive[/I]) or take a walk ([I]30mins or less[/I]) via main Road From Lazimpat (turn left from Old Shangrila Hotel), then you will reach directly to the Samakhusi Area. Ask locals for easy access. [ATTACH type="full" alt="Running Track inside Porpa Ajima Ranibari park - yentra.com (Photo by Kumar Raja maharjan)"]889[/ATTACH] [HEADING=2]Walking Route Below[/HEADING] [ATTACH type="full" width="600px" alt="1744372918204.png"]892[/ATTACH] [HEADING=2]It's a well-protected land and has a decent walking and jogging track.[/HEADING] This protected lush green park offers a well-maintained running track, making it an ideal place for pre- and post-trek joggers. From early morning until 4:00 PM, the park is open for all. Whether you're preparing for a trek or just looking for a quiet place to run, this park is an excellent choice You will be charged a small fee after 8:00 AM. Usually, you will meet fitness-conscious locals running and walking around in the morning. [ATTACH type="full" alt="Running Track inside Porpa Ajima Ranibari park - yentra.com (Photo by Kumar Raja maharjan)"]891[/ATTACH] [HEADING=1]Few things to consider[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Toilet facilities:[/B] Available ([I]I have seen the signboard, but never used[/I]) [*][B]Canteen:[/B] Yes ([I]locally operated[/I]) [*][B]Entry fee:[/B] NPR 20 (Free before 8 AM) [*][B]Photography/Videography:[/B] Videography is Prohibited. For a professional Photoshoot, you have to pay and obtain permissions. [*][B]Recommendation:[/B] Bring your own water bottle. [/LIST] [HEADING=2][B]Running Tips:[/B][/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Go early[/B]: The best time to run is before 8 AM to enjoy the free entry and fresh air. [*][B]Respect local rules[/B]: Avoid professional photography or videography inside the park. [/LIST] Foreigners staying in Thamel, Ranibari Park, is [B]one of the best nearby options[/B]. Hope this helps. [HR][/HR] Follow me on [URL='https://www.instagram.com/krmaharjan/']INSTAGRAM[/URL] [/QUOTE]
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