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Heritage And Hustle Collide In Ason Market Near New Road
People move through the bustling lanes of Asan Market in Kathmandu, Nepal, on April 17, 2026. As one of the oldest and busiest traditional marketplaces in the capital, daily commerce unfolds amid dense crowds, street vendors, and historic shopfronts near New Road. The area remains a key commercial hub of old Kathmandu, reflecting the city's blend of heritage trade culture and modern urban pressure. (Photo by Sanjit Pariyar/NurPhoto)