Maitri Restaurant

☕️ Maitri Restaurant | Cafe | Bar Stepping inside felt like discovering a hidden treasure! 😲 Who’d expect such a stylish, contemporary spot in Lumbini’s laid-back surroundings? It’s hands down the area’s standout gem – truly a cut above the rest! ✨ Both indoor and outdoor seating areas are wonderfully cozy, ideal for unwinding after exploring. The staff here are fantastic too – the guy who helped us was so friendly, with top-tier service and a constant smile! 😊 When I asked for genuine local specialties (no Western or Chinese dishes, please!), he suggested two plates that were absolute game-changers. 🤯 And the price? Just 665 RP – around 36¥! 🤑 Unbelievably good value for such quality. A must-try for anyone staying at the Korean Temple or Chinese Temple – if you’re craving a break from vegetarian fare, grab a tuktuk and treat yourself here! 🙌 💰 Sunflower Traveller’s Lodge Imagine this: I had only 3000 RP left, no other foreign cash, and my next destination was Chitwan’s wild jungles. Talk about a panic moment! 😅 But Sunflower came to the rescue – they accept Alipay and WeChat Pay for currency exchange! Total lifesaver, no exaggeration. 🎉 The exchange rate is 17 (a bit lower than the 19 at some Chinese restaurants), but when you’re in urgent need of cash, this place is worth every penny. I can’t thank them enough! 🙏 📍 Both spots are conveniently located near the Tourist Bus Station, right where the tuktuks line up – super easy to find! 🚗 With so many drivers around, haggling is a breeze. I managed to knock the fare to the Korean Temple down from 300 RP to 200 RP – twice in a row! 💪 Pro move: Don’t hold back on negotiating! #Lumbini #LumbiniTourism #LumbiniGarden #Nepal #LumbiniPilgrimageTourism