Hitis – the future of Kathmandu’s network of traditional water spouts

Hitis – the future of Kathmandu’s network of traditional water spouts

Kathmandu’s network of ancient water spouts (or hitis) is known to some, but used by many.

However, due to a mixture of urban pressures and modernisation, the future of the Hiti network is uncertain, however the actual use and dependency upon such a system as a water source is not particularly clear. This study considers how the Hiti network is used and makes recommendations for processes which could be adopted to help maintain or preserve this unique system.