Since we are finally starting to get settled and our place is coming along nicely, we were able to spend Saturday enjoying some of the family friendly activities Kathmandu has to offer. In the morning, we headed to the Central Zoo. From my experiences in other countries, I did not have high hopes and was preparing myself for broken cages, depressed animals, and unhealthy conditions - an overall sad scene.
This is not exactly what we saw. Most of the animals seemed healthy and happy enough, with the exception of the sloth bears, who were pacing their cages and exhibiting disturbingly repetitive behaviours; and the monkeys, which just looked quite sad.
Despite this, the zoo was a relatively green space and full of interesting animals and birds including a variety of deer & antelope, a leaopard and other cats from the region, a hippo, three majestic black rhinos and some frightening looking vultures. There's even a beautiful elephant open for rides:
Also on the plus side, we actually got to use the stroller! We haven't had much opportunity aside from pushing it back and forth inside our flat. Roads here don't exactly lend themselves to western-style baby transport. U was happy in her ride and mom's back finally had a rest from the carrier.
After a rather hot hour and a half at the zoo we had seen (and smelled) enough. After a short rest at home we spent the remainder of the day lounging by the poolside of a nearby hotel. The shade of the umbrellas, the green grass, and refreshing water was a welcome respite from the heat and dust of the neighbourhood. Not to mention the poolside momo and beverage service. U even went swimming. twice.
Good to know this was just a short walk away. We'll be spending more afternoons here!
This is not exactly what we saw. Most of the animals seemed healthy and happy enough, with the exception of the sloth bears, who were pacing their cages and exhibiting disturbingly repetitive behaviours; and the monkeys, which just looked quite sad.
Despite this, the zoo was a relatively green space and full of interesting animals and birds including a variety of deer & antelope, a leaopard and other cats from the region, a hippo, three majestic black rhinos and some frightening looking vultures. There's even a beautiful elephant open for rides:
Also on the plus side, we actually got to use the stroller! We haven't had much opportunity aside from pushing it back and forth inside our flat. Roads here don't exactly lend themselves to western-style baby transport. U was happy in her ride and mom's back finally had a rest from the carrier.
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| U at the Zoo. smiling! |
After a rather hot hour and a half at the zoo we had seen (and smelled) enough. After a short rest at home we spent the remainder of the day lounging by the poolside of a nearby hotel. The shade of the umbrellas, the green grass, and refreshing water was a welcome respite from the heat and dust of the neighbourhood. Not to mention the poolside momo and beverage service. U even went swimming. twice.
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| U by the pool |
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