Asan Tole & Indra Chowk
असन · इन्द्रचोक
The liveliest old street market between Durbar Square and Thamel, where spices, fabrics, copperware, and small shrines crowd a square at the junction of six streets.
Asan is one of the oldest markets in Kathmandu. Six narrow lanes meet here. In the center of the square stands the Annapurna Temple, surrounded by stalls selling spices, dried fruit, tea, copper pots, and festival goods. To the south, Indra Chowk is known for its shawls, scarves, and bead markets, and it has the Akash Bhairab Temple. Entry is free. It is about a 10-minute walk from Thamel and connects to Durbar Square. It is crowded, so keep an eye on your belongings.
Opening hours
All day (shops approx. 08:00–20:00)
Nearby sights
- Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Kumari Ghar
- Dharahara
- Garden of Dreams
- Thamel
- Narayanhiti Palace Museum
- Swayambhunath
- Patan Durbar Square