Ukuleles in Kathmandu?!

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Mar 17, 2013 10:27 AM
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Ukuleles in Kathmandu?!

hi all, bit of an odd request, but does has anybody seen any ukuleles for sale in the music shops around Kathmandu? When i was there a few years back I picked up a fendAr guitar (note the 'a') for a few hundred rupees, and ended up bringing it home with me. I don't want to take my beloved uke (or even a cheaper one) for fear of it becoming damaged in transit, and i don't want to take it in my hand luggage.
Was just wondering whether the recent ukulele craze has hit Nepal yet? I'll be spending a few months there (arriving 2nd June) doing some independent photography projects, as well as visiting the orphanage that I have volunteered at, so figured I would just donate it to the kiddlywinks at the end of my trip.
Thanks in advance

captainbruce

Mar 17, 2013 2:56 PM
Posts: 53

There are several Ukelele stores in Thamel. You can usually find them near the shops that sell grand pianos.

Sadly I am lying, although the idea of sadhus backing themselves with a ukelele when they serenade seekers after truth is a pleasant one.

Bring your own, people do do it. I met a mandolin player carrying hers in Namche Bazaar.

erik123