12 Questions
What is the main theme of the text?
Exploration of Hindu and Buddhist temples in Kathmandu
Who is allowed to enter the Pashupatinath temple according to the sign outside?
Hindus only
What causes a fight between two monkeys near the temple?
A corpse being cremated
Why does a policeman at the temple doubt a group of saffron-clad Westerners?
They are not Hindus
What is being done by washerwomen on the banks of the holy Bagmati river?
Bathing children
What kind of offerings are dropped into the Bagmati river from a balcony in the text?
'Wilted' flowers and leaves
What type of shops are found at the outer edge of the Baudhnath stupa in Kathmandu?
Tibetan immigrants' shops
What type of environment is described at the Baudhnath stupa in Kathmandu?
Stillness and quietness
What is the main reason the author decides to buy a plane ticket instead of traveling by bus and train?
Exhaustion and homesickness
Which sound rises above the traffic and hawkers' cries in Kathmandu?
Flute music
What item does the author purchase mindlessly in Kathmandu?
Bar of marzipan
How does the flute seller in Kathmandu approach selling his flutes?
Casually makes a sale when playing
Experience a journey to the most sacred Hindu and Buddhist temples in Kathmandu through the eyes of a traveler. Explore the vibrant atmosphere at Pashupatinath and Boudhanath, witnessing a blend of worship, culture, and daily life.
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