7 world heritage sites in Kathmandu

7 World Heritage Sites In Kathmandu

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Oct 13, 2024
unesco heritage site in Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square is an ancient durbar square located in the heart of Kathmandu. It is also referred to as Basantapur Durbar and Hanuman Dhoka.
unesco heritage site in Kathmandu Boudanath Stupa

Boudhanath Stupa

The stupa known as Boudhanath, or Boudha, is located in Kathmandu, Nepal. The semicircular Boudha stupa houses the Buddha's relics and remnants. The stupa is among the biggest spherical stupas in the world due to its enormous mandala.
unesco heritage site in Kathmandu Pashupatinath temple

Pashupatinath Temple

The most significant temple devoted to the god Shiva is Pashupatinath. This temple draws hundreds of senior Hindu devotees each year.
unesco heritage site in kathmandu swayambhunath stupa

Swayambhunath Stupa

In Nepal Bhasa, Swayambhu means "self-sprung" or "self-manifested." One of the most sacred Buddhist shrines, it has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.
unesco heritage site in nepal Patan Durbar Square

Patan Durbar Square

Situated 5 km southeast of Kathmandu, Patan, sometimes referred to as "Lalitpur," the city of artisans, is home to the best craftsmen in the valley, who have kept age-old methods like the lost wax process and repoussé, which are used to create stunning sculptures.
Unesco heritage site near kathmandu Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Of all the spots to slink around Bhaktapur, Bhaktapur Durbar Square is definitely the best. Another way to put it is that Bhaktapur is the reason why tourists choose to come here.
unesco heritage site near kathmandu changunarayan temple

Changu Narayan Temple

Rich in wood and stone decorations, the temple is among the most exquisite in the Kathmandu valley. After the previous pagoda was destroyed by fire in 1702, this two-tiered structure was rebuilt.
7 World Heritage Sites In Kathmandu