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Kathmandu

Nepali
“wooden temple/pavilion (traditional account)”
Where it comes from
traditionally linked to the Kasthamandap, a historic wooden pavilion
Fun Fact
Local tradition holds the city's name comes from the Kasthamandap, a pavilion said to have been built entirely from the timber of a single tree, without using any metal nails.
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