thimi: thimi lies about 10 km east of kathmandu near bhaktapur which is around 30 mins drive, it is one of three municipalities that comprise kathmandu valley. the place is known for pottery, making of masks and also has vegetable growing area for kathmandu. the main deity in the town is goddess balkumari. it attracts tourists by its enchanting culture of the farmer community. some of key attractions here include:

• balkumari temple: three storeyed temple built in 17^th temple is dedicated to goddess balkumari, main deity of thimi. it is one of four kumari temple in kathmandu valley
• malalaxmi temple: built in 17^th century, it is one of four temples dedicated to goddess laxmi in kathmandu valley