Lately, I've been exploring my surroundings with fresh eyes. While I long for a far-off vacation, it's not feasible right now. Instead, I've embarked on a journey through my local area, seeking new narratives in familiar places. Today's story takes us to Chobar, a site near the gorge where the Bagmati River exits the Kathmandu Valley. According to legend, this gorge was carved by the deity Manjushree with his flaming sword. This divine act is said to have made the valley habitable, and Manjushree is revered in Kathmandu for this noble deed. A park named Manjushree Park stands beside the gorge, commemorating his contribution. The legend of Chobar gorge transports me back to my geography class. Though I can't recall my teacher's name, his vivid explanation of the valley's formation still resonates with me. While the story of Manjushree is captivating, it's likely that the valley's formation was a natural process. The hills around Chobar are composed of...
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