Thamel Jewish & Kosher Guide 2025: Kosher Info in Thamel, Kathmandu

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About Thamel

Thamel is a commercial neighbourhood located in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. Thamel has been the centre of the tourist industry in Kathmandu for over four decades, starting from the hippie days when many artists came to Nepal and spent weeks in Thamel. It is the hottest-spot for tourism inside the Kathmandu valley. Thamel is known by its narrow alleys crowded with various shops and vendors. On Wednesday, 28 September 2011, Thamel was declared a full Wi-Fi zone. It is the first Wi-Fi zone of Nepal.

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Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Thamel

Chabad Kathmandu is based in Thamel and has the largest seder in the world. This is usually based outside the Israeli embassy in an extremely large army tent. Many of the Jews that come for the Passover Seder are not Orthodox, but are in search of a unique religious experience.


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What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!

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