Destination
Bhaktapur
Tour Grade
Easy-Moderate
Max Altitude
1400m
Season
September-May
Trip Details
Bhaktapur is an ancient city located about 12 kilometers outside of Kathmandu but still within the Kathmandu Valley. It was once the capital of whole Nepal till the 12th to 15th century and is now the country's third largest city, rich in culture, temples, and handicrafts. Bhaktapur is a "City of Devotees", which is known locally as Khwopa and historically called Bhadgaon. It is also known as a “Living Heritage or Living Museum” because of the vibrant depth of Newari culture and heritages. Great festivals of local Newars, their life style, rituals, Prayers group and Guthis and traditional dance groups are giving life to the intangible heritage of the city. Bhaktapur has managed to retain its authentic ambiance with brick-paved roads, charming red brick houses and a way of life that goes back to medieval times.
When you first enter the city, you will pass through Rani Pokhari. It was once a neglected swamp that has been rebuilt and reconstructed. The aesthetics of the location are similar to that of Siddha Pokhari, but it is smaller in size.
Siddha Pokhari, also known as Ta-Pukhu, was built in the early fifteenth century during the reign of Medieval King Yakshya Malla. This man-made pond is 171 meters long, 73 meters wide, and 3 meters deep. Siddha Pokhari, located near Bhaktapur's main city gate, is associated with a number of myths and is also a popular hangout for many. It is one of Bhaktapur's old and traditional ponds, and it is very popular among Nepalese people.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with an elegant and open space facing south that is surrounded by buildings dating from the 13th to the 18th centuries. There are basically four different squares in Bhaktapur Durbar Square i.e. Durbar Square, Taumadhi Square, Dattatreya Square and Pottery Square.
Half day sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur
After the breakfast at the hotel, we'll start your tour by picking you up from your hotel and taking you to Bhaktapur. This ancient city is located about 12 kilometers outside of Kathmandu but still within the Kathmandu Valley. Once the capital of Nepal in the 15th century, Bhaktapur is now the country's third largest city and is renowned for its rich Newari culture, temples, and handicrafts.
Bhaktapur has preserved its authentic ambiance with its brick-paved roads, charming red brick houses, and a way of life that reflects medieval times. After your meal at a nearby restaurant, we'll provide transportation back to your hotel.
Full day sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur and Changu Narayan
We'll start your tour by picking you up from your hotel and taking you to Bhaktapur. This ancient city is located about 12 kilometers outside of Kathmandu but still within the Kathmandu Valley. Once the capital of Nepal in the 15th century, Bhaktapur is now the country's third largest city and is renowned for its rich Newari culture, temples, and handicrafts.
After your meal at a nearby restaurant either in Bhaktapur or Changu Narayan, we'll continue the tour.Then we'll head to Changu Narayan, which is known for both the old Nepalese temple and the village that surrounds it. Changu Narayan, located 12 kilometres east of Kathmandu in the Bhaktapur district, is Nepal's oldest temple with authentic Newari style architecture. The beautiful temple, with its two-story brick edifice, sits atop a hill known as Changu or Dolagiri which has the historical and religious significance in the Nepali history. Changu Narayan is considered to be the oldest temple of Nepal.
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