Explore Kathmandu's UNESCO Temples and Stupas
Visit the following sites:
Kathmandu Durbar Square: It is one of the three ancient royal palaces in the Kathmandu Valley and showcases Nepalese art and architecture that remain vivid and still retain the medieval charm of the Malla dynasty, which ruled Nepal from the 12th to the 18th century and whose contribution to Nepali art and culture is enormous.
The Swoyambhunath Stupa: It is one of the oldest Buddhist shrines in Nepal, located at a perfect vantage point over Kathmandu. It is popularly known among foreigners as the 'Monkey Temple' owing to the large monkey population in this area.
Pashupatinath Temple: It is a Hindu shrine situated on the banks of the Bagmati River, a holy river, and dedicated to Lord Shiva. This is a holy pilgrimage site for Hindus and also a Hindu crematorium. The temple area also contains smaller temples of numerous Hindu deities, which gives the whole place an ambience of a sacred paradise.
The Bauddhanath Stupa: It is one of the largest stupas in South Asia and was built on the ancient trade route to Tibet. Besides the main stupa, built in a Nepali Buddhist style, there are over fifty Tibetan monasteries around the area, built by Tibetan merchants and refugees over the years. This is the best place to experience Tibetan culture around the Kathmandu Valley.
