New Road of Kathmandu explained

New Road
Former Names:Juddha Sadak[1]
East:Tundikhel
West:Basantapur
Inauguration Date:1934[2]

New Road is the financial hub and a busy High Street in Kathmandu, Nepal. It refers to a two lane street in the center of Kathmandu, as well as the surrounding neighborhood. It is one of the busiest marketplaces in the city. Being near the midpoint of the ring road in Kathmandu, as well as the old center of Kathmandu (Kathmandu Durbar Square, also known as Basantapur, Kathmandu), it is one of the central locations in the city.

History

The road was built during the period of prime ministership Juddha Shumsher Jung Bahadur Rana after the 1934 Nepal–India earthquake destroyed many buildings in the Kathmandu Valley.[3] It was formally called Juddha Sadak in his honor. The road can also be referred as old Kings Way of Nepal, as the road leads to old royal palace of Royal Families, Kathmandu Durbar Square which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.[4] The inhabitants of New Road are mostly Newars.After the fall of autocratic Rana regime, it was renamed New Road.

Notable buildings and areas

The headquarters of Nepal Airlines is located on the Eastern end of New Road, next to New Road Gate, which marks the start of New Road at the crossing with Kantipath. A statue of Juddha Shumsher Jung Bahadur Rana is located at the westernmost roundabout of the roadHead offices of Gorkhapatra Sansthan and Nepal Bank Limited are also located at New Road.[1] Bhughol Park is located on the southwestern corner of the street.[5]

Some Notable Places include:

  1. Kathmandu Durbar Square: Also known as Hanuman Dhoka. This historic palace is located at the southern end of New Road, served as the royal residence of the Malla kings from the 14th to the 17th centuries. Its intricate architecture and historical significance make it a popular tourist destination. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The square is home to numerous temples, palaces, and courtyards, offering a glimpse into Nepal's rich cultural heritage.
  2. Ason Tole: Located just off New Road, Ason Tole is one of the oldest and busiest marketplaces in Kathmandu. The maze-like alleyways have vendors selling everything from spices and textiles to souvenirs and traditional handicrafts.
  3. Indra Chowk: This bustling intersection marks the heart of New Road, where the hustle and bustle of the commercial district reaches its peak. The area is known for its electronics shops, jewelry stores, and traditional Tibetan handicrafts.
  4. Freak Street (Jonchhe): Once a haven for hippies and backpackers in the 1960s and 1970s, Freak Street has retained a bohemian charm with its eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, and shops.[6]

References

5. Nepal's new Kaligandaki highway27.7033°N 85.3124°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Sijapati . Alisha . New Road's iconic peepal bot altered irrevocably . The Kathmandu Post . 30 July 2022 . 29 December 2018.
  2. News: Tuladhar. Kamal Ratna. New Road, New Road. 24 August 2012. The Kathmandu Post. 1 June 2012. https://web.archive.org/web/20150211194330/http://www.ekantipur.com/the-kathmandu-post/2012/06/01/as-it-is/the-first-word/235575.html. 11 February 2015. dead.
  3. Web site: Regmi . Shiva . अस्कलका अमृतप्रसाद . Nepal Magazine . 30 July 2022 . Nepali . 22 June 2018.
  4. Web site: New Road in Kathmandu, Nepal . 2023-07-07 . GPSmyCity . en.
  5. Web site: Butt . Anosh Nadeem . A walk through New Road, Kathmandu . Make Heritage Fun . 30 July 2022 . 16 July 2018.
  6. Web site: Board . Nepal Tourism . Hanuman Dhoka Museum Things to do in Nepal NTB . 2023-11-20 . ntb.gov.np . en-gb.

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