*Makhan Tole and Tahanani**
- Ward No. 24 of Kathmandu Metropolitan City primarily encompasses the neighborhoods of Makhan Tole and Tahanani, which were formerly separate wards (No. 25 for Makhan Tole and No. 26 for Tahanani).[1][2]
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Makhan Tole (the more prominently referenced tole, often standing for the ward).[1]
- Tahanani (co-primary area).[1]
This ward is situated in the historic core of Kathmandu near the Hanuman Dhoka Darbar Monument Zone and Indrachowk, featuring traditional Newari architecture, temples, and bustling local markets typical of the old city.[1] It is known for its cultural heritage sites and dense urban fabric with narrow lanes, distinguishing it from tourist-heavy areas like nearby Thamel (Ward 26).[1][2]