10 Places To Visit In Kathmandu, Nepal

Boudhanath StupaIt is believed that Boudha was constructed in 600 AD, around the time when the Tibetan King embraced Buddhism. That is why Boudha holds immense importance for Buddhists and is considered a sacred place.Durbar SquareThe Durbar Square in Kathmandu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is sometimes confused with the village of Bhaktapur. It is a collection of temples and stupas, such as the Seto (White) Bhairab, Jagannath Temple, Taleju Temple, Indrapur Temple, and Mahendreshwar Temple.SwayambhunathThis magnificent historic site is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is adorned with prayer flags and surrounded by temples, stupas, and statues, including the Great Thunderbolt, the Eastern Stairway, Western Stupa, and Buddha Amideva Park.ThamelYou can find restaurants, souvenir shops, hiking stores and street vendors selling delicious food here. However, be prepared to be approached by street vendors trying to sell you flutes and exotic souvenirs such as Pashminas, Singing bowls and Prayer Flags.Freak StreetKnown today as Jochne Marg, It was the hub for tourists in the 1960s and 1970s, similar to Thamel today. The place was home to amazing restaurants such as Kumari Restaurant and Snowman.Asan ToleAsan Tole is like an outdoor supermarket where you can find a variety of items ranging from exotic spices, marigolds, and yak off-cuts to bottles of homebrew (Rakshi) sold by the litre.PashupatinathLocated on the banks of the holy Bagmati River, Pashupatinath is a highly sacred Hindu temple where Sadhus perform various rituals and cremations along the river.Garden Of DreamsIt is a tranquil oasis situated south of Thamel along Tridevi Marg in Kathmandu. It is referred to as a "neo-classical" garden and was established in the early 1920s to provide a peaceful haven for both locals and tourists.Kopan MonasteryKopan is a spiritual centre for Tibetan Buddhism where pilgrims and tourists come to meditate and relax. Presently, the Kopan Monastery accommodates 360 students, teachers, monks, and lamas who come to learn Tibetan Buddhism.Kumari BahalThis is the living place of Kumari Devi, is a living goddess and holds immense significance for the people of Kathmandu. It can be quite difficult to catch a glimpse of this young girl unless you attend the Indra Jatra Festival in September.Places To Visit In Mussoorie On Your First Visit To The Hill TownRead more

10 Places To Visit In Kathmandu, Nepal

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