Dating in Lalitpur
Lalitpur sits just across the Bagmati from Kathmandu, but it keeps its own identity — old Patan around Durbar Square, and the cafés and newer homes of Jhamsikhel and Sanepa. Wrati lets you meet people across the valley while keeping things private until you are ready.
Free to join for men and women
What dating in Lalitpur is actually like
Patan's old neighbourhoods are close-knit, and many families have lived in the same tole for generations. That makes privacy more valuable, not less, when you are getting to know someone new.
Jhamsikhel, Jawalakhel and Pulchowk are where a lot of the valley's café culture happens, which makes an easy first meeting straightforward to suggest.
Newar culture and Nepal Bhasa are part of everyday life for many families here, alongside Nepali and English. Sharing that background can be a strong starting point.
Dating, relationships and marriage in Lalitpur
Many people here want to date first and involve family later. On Wrati you choose your intention — dating, long-term or marriage — and the people you match with can see it.
Whatever you are looking for, you say it up front. Your intention — Marriage, Long term, Short term and others — is shown to the people you match with, so someone looking for a life partner and someone looking to date can each find people who want the same thing.
Love in your language
Languages commonly spoken in Lalitpur include Nepali, Newar and English. On Wrati you can list the languages you speak, and in-chat translation helps when you and your match do not share a first language.
How Wrati helps you connect
Photo-verified profiles
A verified badge shows who has confirmed the person in the photos is really them.
Intentions up front
Dating, long-term or marriage — visible before the first message.
Private by default
Your mobile number is never shown to other members.
Free safety tools
Blocking, reporting and who-can-see-me controls never need a paid plan.
Nearby and related places
Meeting safely
Keep conversations in the app until you trust someone, meet in a busy public place, tell a friend your plans and never send money to someone you have not met. If anyone makes you uncomfortable, block and report them — both are free for everyone. Read more in our safety guide and privacy policy.
Guides and advice
- Dating and Relationships in NepalPrivacy, family, plans abroad and marriage — how dating works in Nepal today.
- Dating vs Matrimony: Which Is Right for You?How dating and matrimonial matchmaking differ, and how to decide which suits you right now.
- Finding a Life Partner Online, the Personal WayTradition and technology, together — how to look for a life partner online without losing the personal touch.
Frequently asked questions
Is Wrati free for both men and women?
Yes. Creating a profile, photo verification, discovering people, matching and starting conversations are free for everyone. Premium is optional and adds extras such as unlimited chats and calling.
Can I use Wrati if I am looking for marriage rather than dating?
Yes. When you set up your profile you choose what you are looking for — Marriage, Long term, Short term and other intentions — and that is shown to the people you match with, so marriage-minded members can find each other without guessing.
Will other members see my phone number?
No. Your mobile number is never shown to other members. You can chat, and with Premium call, inside the app before deciding to share anything else. Blocking and reporting are free for everyone.
Is there a Wrati app for iPhone?
Not yet. Wrati is available as an Android app on Google Play and on the web at wrati.com, which works in any modern mobile browser, including on iPhone.
Get Wrati on Android
Wrati works on the web at wrati.com in any modern browser. The Android app is on Google Play where the listing is available in your country. There is no iPhone app yet — on iPhone, use wrati.com in your browser.