Sightseeing

sight-seeing inside Kathmandu Valley

Swyambhunath Stupa(Monkey Temple):


This is one of the world's most glorious Buddhist Chaityas. It is said to be 2000 years old. Painted on the four side of the spire bases are the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is three kilometers West of Kathmandu city and is situated on a hillock about 77m above the level of the Kathmandu valley.
Bauddhanath Stupa:
This Stupa of Bouddhanath lies eight kilometers east of Kathmandu. This colossal and ancient Stupa is one of the biggest in the world.
Pashupatinath Temple(Holiest shrine in Nepal for Hindus):
Situated five kilometers east of Kathmandu. The temple of Lord Shiva, Pashupatinath with two tied golden roof and silver door is famous for its superb architecture. Visitors can easily see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river.
Kathmandu Durbar Square:
It is historic seat of royalty. The durbar square, with it's old temples and places, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people.



Bhaktapur:
Situated at an altitude of 1,401 m. Bhaktapur covers area of 4 square miles. Shaped like a conch-shell. Bhaktapur means the city of devotees. Pottery and weaving are it's traditional industries. The city lies about 14 kilometers East of Kathmandu and can be reached by public transport and by trolley buses. The major sightseeing places in Bhaktapur include: DURBAR SQUARE: The main square of the city contains innumerable temples and other architectural showpieces like the Lion Gate, the Statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, the picture Gallery, the golden Gate, the palace 55 windows, the Batsala temple and the Bell of Barking dogs, etc. The statue of the king Bhupatindra malla in the act of worship is placed on a column facing the palace. Of the many statues available in Nepal this is considered to be the most magnificent.
Attraction:- The National Art Gallery, The Golden Gate, The Palace of 55 windows, The Stone Temple of Batsala Devi, Nyatapole Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatraya
Patan Durbar Square:
Situated the heart of the city consitutes the focus of visitor's attraction. The square is full of ancient palaces, temples and shrines, noted for their exquisite carvings. The Patan Durbar square consists of three main Chowk, Sundari Chowk and Keshav Narayan Chowk. The Sundari Chowk holds in its centre a masterpiece of stone architecture, the Royal bath called Tushshity. KRISHNA MANDIR: Built in the seventeenth century, the temple of Lord Krishna holds a commanding position in the palace complex of Patan. It is supposed to be the first specimen of Shikhara style architecture in Nepal. It is the only temple in Nepal having 21 spires and is completely.
Attraction: Durbar Squre, Krishna Mandir, Mahabauddha Temple, Hiranya Varna Maha Bihar and many more temples.

Dakshinkali :
Canopied by four gilded serpents spiraling up to make up the pinnacle, this open shrine is dedicated to the ferocious Hindu female deity, Dakshinkali. It is one of the Valley's many Kali shrines, and devotees and picnickers through this place, particularly on Tuesdays and Saturdays, to offer blood sacrifice to the goddess.
kirtipur:
Situated atop a strategic hillock 10 km southwest of Kathmandu, Kirtipur (local name Kipu) indeed embodies courage and bravery. Though this township went into backwater following its final defeat in 1768 at the hand of the Gurkhas, it still retains its old glory in art and culture. So, those, who enjoy basking in antiquity, should never miss to go around this historic place to have a closes-up views of the typical lifestyle of its Newar inhabitants and their much admired skills in producing textile and other handicraft items. The height of Kirtipur also make it a favored place for viewing the Kathmandu Valley as well as the Himalayas in the distant north. And for those, who wish blending their cultural trip with a touch of spiritual salvation, there are the Buddhist Chilamchu Stupa, Shiva parvati temple and many other remarkable mountains. Its gem, however, lies in the three-storied Bagh Bhairav temple, which is adorned with, among others, the weaponry the warriors of Kirtipur had taken away from the Gurkha soldiers.
Outside Kathmandu
Pokhara Valley:


One of the most picturesque spot of Nepal. The beauty of the valley is enhanced by its lovely lakes: Fewa, Begnas and Rupa. Situated 200km west of Kathmandu. Pokhara is connected by air as well or by tourist luxuries bus from Kathmandu. Situated at an al-level, Pokhara offers the magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, 5peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara's numerous lakes, known as "Tal" in Nepali offer fishing, boating and swimming.
Attraction: Phewa Lake, Begnas and Rupa Lake, Barahi Temple, Davy's fall, Mahendra Gupha etc.