The Early Years
2009Established in 2009, the Kathmandu Marathon is now 17 years old. From its first edition in Kathmandu, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Nepal.
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The Kathmandu Marathon winds through Nepal's capital city and surrounding valleys, featuring iconic sites including Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Swayambhunath Monkey Temple. Runners experience a mix of urban streets, rural farmland, and ancient pilgrimage routes with moderate elevation changes reflective of the Kathmandu Valley's topography.
December offers excellent running conditions with clear skies, cool morning temperatures, and low humidity. Post-monsoon weather provides perfect visibility of the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding mountains.

The Race

Kathmandu
Established in 2009, the Kathmandu Marathon is now 17 years old. From its first edition in Kathmandu, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Nepal.
The fastest time ever recorded at the Kathmandu Marathon is 02:17:34, set by Tsegaye Mekonnen in 2019. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of Kathmandu.
The Kathmandu Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Kathmandu and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Asia.
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Tsegaye Mekonnen (2019)
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