Last Updated on October 26, 2018 by Treks Planner Nepal
Top 10 places to visit in Kathmandu
Typically, foreigners utters Nepal as a “country of Himalayas” which is verifiable besides Nepal also holds the impressive “Kathmandu city” which is enriched with impressive beauty of nature ancient temple and monuments constructed from at the beginning of 5th century till 16th century displaying breath-taking facts and believes with gorgeous Himalayan framework. On past days, mostly Himalayas of Nepal were focused and still but due to lofty evolvement of tourism industry even Lonely Planet has placed “Kathmandu city” on 5th position among best destinations to visit in Nepal.
Having research and study, top 10 destinations to visit throughout Kathmandu are recommended and framed underneath:
Swyambhunath Stupa:
The name “Swyambhunath” is termed after word “Self-Created” and history mentions the stupa is from back 5th century when the valley was made out of an out of an antiquated lake. Most usually uttered as “Monkey Temple” the Swyambhunath is one of excellent landmarks on Kathmandu valley which is enrolled at world heritage site. Arranged on a peak, this wonderful holy spot showcases a constraining white stupa with entrancing Buddha eyes and a sparkling golden spire. One of the most prominent spot in the city, The Swyambhunath view point also recommends shocking landscape of the Kathmandu valley.
Boudhanath stupa:
Most appreciated spot to explore all through Kathmandu valley is “Boudhanath Stupa” (One among the largest stupas in the planet) which was constructed back during 14th century. In fact, it is additionally enrolled on rundown of world heritage site as well. The vast Buddha eyes on stupa and the colorful praying flags creates distinctive eye-catching outline all through stupa. Amazing belief and Buddhist text declares that Boudhanath stupa dominates the skyline. From throughout the world this destination is identified as the imperative destination for whole Buddhist minions.
Thamel:
Displaying core populace of Newar community Thamel is Kathmandu’s extraordinary hotspot holding unique boulevards holding narrow streets decorated with colorful praying flags and completed with international and local restaurants serving whole assortments of dishes including Nepalese nourishment and liquors with live music band exhibitions moreover souvenir shops loaded up with Nepal unique melodic instrument, handcrafted customs, tattoo corners, religious antiques like singing bowl are magnetic. Additionally, Thamel is a definitive place to chill out in the city.
Garden of Dreams:
The delightfully established garden pronounced as “Swapna Baigicha” is recognized as “Garden of Dreams”. It’s a well known destination all through crowed city for investing time to get out of stress for finding peace in Kathmandu to visit offers rest and restoration from the worries of the world. It is a standout amongst the most stunning spots on the planet, holding marble engraving, lovely wellsprings and lakes, hidden garden and countless moreover. The garden was worked in 1920s and has been brought back into life by the Austrian financed group and still.
Pashupatinath Temple:
Pinpointed on the banks of the holy Bagmati River, Pashupatinath is exceptionally sacred Hindu temple erected of two-storied in 15th century back where you can glimpse stunning the heavenly men known as “Sadhus” in extraordinary piece of clothing. This “extensive Hindu sanctuary domain is a sprawling gathering of sanctuaries, ashrams, pictures and engravings raised throughout the hundreds of years. Vaishnava temple with a Rama sanctuary from the 14th century and the Guhyeshwari Temple built in an 11th century likewise lies all throughout Pashupatinath.
Kathmandu Durbar square:
Kathmandu Durbar Square is focal fabulous destination which is one of the three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley, incorporated into UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is also identified as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, a name got from a statue of Hanuman at the passageway. It encompasses terrific design and distinctively exhibits the abilities of the Newar specialists and skilled workers more than a few centuries. The Kathmandu Durbar Square held the royal residences of the Malla and Shah rulers. Alongside these royal residences, the square encompasses quadrangles, uncovering patios and sanctuaries.
Patan Durbar square:
Patan Durbar Square is next fabulous destination which is one of the three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley, incorporated into UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In fact, The Durbar Square is a wonder of Newar architecture with tiled floor using red blocks. There are numerous sanctuaries and symbols in the area and most meaningful structures are the Golden Temple of 14th century, the octagonal Krishna sanctuary of 16th century and the Shankar Narayan sanctuary with two elephants at its passage. The acclaimed Patan Museum displays bronze and copper statues of gods from both the Buddhist and Hindu conventions.
Bhaktapur Durbar square:
Bhaktapur Durbar Square is another spectacular space which is one of the three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley, incorporated into UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The recorded landmark on around displays medieval age culture and convention of Nepal and this old city is occupied by indigenous Newar community of huge gathering. While the attractions comprises of no less than four unmistakable squares (Durbar Square, Taumadhi Square, Dattatreya Square and Pottery Square) the entire domains is casually identifies the Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
Royal Botanical Garden:
Royal Botanical Garden established back on 18th century is a garden dedicated to the collection, cultivation and showcase of an extensive variety of plants displayed with their botanical names along with conservation of birds. It contains authority for plant collection, and it displays huge desert flora and fauna, herb gardens, plants from specific parts of the world, et cetera. The place is interesting and incredible for strolling along its goal for instructive presentations, workmanship shows, book rooms, outside dramatic and melodic exhibitions, and other stimulation.
Kopan Monastery:
The monastery was primirarily established by the FPMT’s authors, Lamas Thubten Yeshe and Thubten Zopa Rinpoche, who bought the property from Nepal’s regal astrologer and set up around 19th century. Without any doubt, it is reflecting it’s identity as Kopan Monastery pursing the Tibetan influence. Monastery situated on the top of the hill is pleasant place where you can investigate and gain knowledge about Buddhism along this monastery is considered an excellent point for its books on Buddhist psychology and philosophy.