The fact that the entire Kathmandu Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site speaks volumes about its potency as a tourist attraction. Enveloping the cities of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur, the valley is packed with temples, monasteries, palaces and many other impressive works of architecture. Inhabited right since 300 BC, Kathmandu Valley has witnessed the rule of different kings and dynasties – small wonder, that it has emerged as a vibrant cultural melting pot. Both Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims have been visiting the valley since centuries.
Besides charming architectural sites and religious attractions, the Kathmandu Valley also offers countless blissful moments to the ones who have an eye for nature. The Shivapuri National Park,...
The fact that the entire Kathmandu Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site speaks volumes about its potency as a tourist attraction. Enveloping the cities of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur, the valley is packed with temples, monasteries, palaces and many other impressive works of architecture. Inhabited right since 300 BC, Kathmandu Valley has witnessed the rule of different kings and dynasties – small wonder, that it has emerged as a vibrant cultural melting pot. Both Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims have been visiting the valley since centuries.
Besides charming architectural sites and religious attractions, the Kathmandu Valley also offers countless blissful moments to the ones who have an eye for nature. The Shivapuri National Park, home to panthers, black bears, jackals and lots of other jungle denizens, is a fabulous place to hear the call of the wild.
For hiking and cycling enthusiasts, the fringes of the valley are a potent magnet – take your pick from a medley of picturesque trails running through verdant woodlands. A not to be missed experience is the hike through Phulchoki or ‘Abode of the Flower’. Also, treat your senses to the overwhelming beauty and tranquillity of the Royal Botanical Gardens at Godawari, one of the most beautiful places in the Kathmandu Valley.
While the valley is packed with many irresistible sightseeing attractions and places, some of the most popular ones are the Budhanilkantha Temple Complex, the traditional Newari town of Pharping, the Kirtipur Hilltop Fortress, Namo Buddha Monastery, the Phulbari Village and the town of Banepa. All these places have their unique charms. At the Phulbari village, you will get the chance to see the pastoral way of life followed by the hardy rural folk and even interact with them.
The ravages of time may have altered many things in Kathmandu Valley but it has tenaciously clung to its identity – the majestic historical structures still manage to cast a spell over the ones with wanderlust. Come, this enigmatic land awaits you with a lot of promise!
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