Balkumari

Balkumari is a locality in , and has an elevation of 1,293 metres. Balkumari is situated nearby to the locality , as well as near .

Places of Interest

Highlights include Rani Pokhari and Ratna Park.

Pond
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, originally known as Nhu Pukhu, is a historic artificial pond located in the heart of , Nepal. The square-shaped tank dates from the 17th century, and was built on the then eastern limits of the city.

Park
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is a park and surrounding district in central , Nepal. It is named after Queen Ratna, the second wife of King Mahendra. It was built for the children and is situated between and in the heart of Kathmandu.

Museum
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The is a public museum in , located east of the Kaiser Mahal and next to . The museum was created in 2008 from the complex of the former Narayanhiti Palace following the 2006 revolution.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Indra Chowk and Central Kathmandu.

Locality
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or Wongha: is one of the ceremonial and market squares on the artery passing through the historic section of , . The intersection of , along with , , Makhan, Jana Baha, and Naxal, mark the old India-Tibet trade route that is now a vibrant market street.

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is the heart of . It covers Ratna Park, the former palace and New Road, and is home to a number of luxury hotels and the embassy quarter.

Neighborhood
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is a historic neighborhood in central , and one of the most important cultural spots in the city. It is linked with the origin of the name Kathmandu, and forms part of what is generically known as Durbar Square, the old royal palace complexes of temples, shrines and palace buildings all of which have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Balkumari

Latitude
27.70711° or 27° 42′ 26″ north
Longitude
85.31163° or 85° 18′ 42″ east
Elevation
1,293 metres (4,242 feet)
Open location code
7MV7P846+RM
Open­Street­Map ID
node 3293613269
Open­Street­Map feature
place=­locality
Geo­Names ID
7965679
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