Kathmandu Valley

Bhaktapur and Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur, also known as Bhadgaon or Khwopa, Bhaktapur, is a historic city located in the eastern part of the Kathmandu valley. It is revered as the home of traditional Nepali culture, customs, and distinctive wood and pottery. The ancient monuments all around represent Nepal's medieval era culture and customs, and significant communities of indigenous Newari people inhabit this old city. The primary attractions include Changu Narayan Temple, Dattatraya Temple SquareNyatapola Temple, King Bhupatindra Malla's statue, the Peacock Window, the Golden Gate, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square's fifty-five-windowed palace.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Main View of Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur Durbar Square is Bhaktapur's most important tourist site. Durbar Square, Taumadhi Square(Dattatreya Square), Dattatreya Square, and Pottery Square are the four district squares in Bhaktapur Durbar Square. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 55-window palace is one of the most intriguing monuments here. It was erected in 1427 AD by Malla King Yaksha Malla and renovated in the 17th century by King Bhupendra. The square is one of the most charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal.

The Major attraction of Bhaktapur Darbar Square

Golden Gate

Golden Gate

This is the main entrance to the palace. The craftsman who worked on this wonderful gate must be from Heaven. It is an eternal beauty in itself.

55 Window Palace

55 Window Durbar

This is the dominant architectural structure that dominates the whole of Durbar Square. This amazing structure was created in the 15th century AD. King Bhupatindra Malla is seated on a massive column top, praying to God.

Nyatapola Temple

Nyatapola Temple,Bhaktapur

This is Nepal's most renowned, five-storied pagoda Style, Temple. This is Nepal's highest pagoda-style temple, created with architectural excellence and artistic beauty. This temple is dedicated to Sidhilaxmi, the tantric goddess of supreme power and success.

Bhairava Nath Temple

Bhairav Nath Temple,Bhaktapur

This temple is dedicated to Bhairava the God of terror and death,

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