Kathmandu Durbar Square
The Kathmandu Durbar Square is the ancient seat of Malla
Rulers of Kathmandu Valley. The place complex is home to many temples and
monuments of archaeological importance and reflects cultural richness prevalent
during the days of Malla rulers. Some of the attractions of the Kathmandu
Durbar Square are the nine-storied palace, Kastamandap temple, Kumari Ghar,
Kala Bhairabh and the museum inside the palace.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
The Bhaktapur Durbar Square is one of the well preserved
moumental zones in Kathmandu Valley. The Darbar Square is the place complex of
the ancient Malla Rulers that once rules and three separate territories inside
the Kathmandu Valley. The 55-windows Palace, the Golden Gate, Nyatpola,
Degutale are some of the historically and culturally important monuments in
Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
Patan Durbar Square
Patan Durbar Square is the main attraction in Lalitpur, the
city of fine arts. The palace complex of Malla rulers is home to well-preserved
monuments of histroical and cultural importance. Krishna Mandir, Keshav Narayan
Chowk, Sundari Chowk, the Royal Palace and Royal Bath are the masterpieces of
medieval culture. Likewise, the palace complex is home to many ancient
monuments dating back to many centuries.
Pashupatinath Temple
Pashupatinath Temple is the biggest temple complexes in South
Asia. The temple is the ultimate pilgrimage for Hindus throughout the world. As
a result the area is always swarmed in by Hindus from different parts of the
country as well as from India. Located at the banks of holy Bagmati River, the
two-storied Pagoda temple of Pashupatinath, houses the five-faced statue of
Lord Shiva. Apart from the main shrine, there are numerious temples dedicated
to different gods and goddesses in and around the Pashupatinath temple area.
Lumbini
Lumbini is the birthplace of Lord Buddha and the fountain of
World Peace. Situated in Western Nepal, Lumbini is an ancient town where old
ruins of ancient city are well preserved. Lumbini has been a holy groound for
Buddhists all over the world. The Peace Garden and International Monastic Zone
are the other attractions of Lumbini after the mayadevi Temple, Puskarini Pond
and the historic Ashoka Pillar. There are different archeological sites around
Lumbini in the likes of Tilaurakot, Kudan, Ramagrama, Niglihawa and others.
Swoyambhunath Stupa
Historians believe that the history of swoyambhunath Stupa is
as old as the history of the Kathmandu Valley. It was immersed below water when
the whole Kathmandu Valley was a big lake. When Manjushree cut a gorge and
drained the water of the lake, a stupa was build around the lotus that emitted
brilliant light. There are numerous monasteries in and around the Swoyambhunath
Stup area. The area is a landmark in Kathamdnu Valley as it provides an
excellent view of the Kathmandu Valley.
Bouddhanath Stupa
Bouddhanath is one of the largest Stupas in entire South
Asia. Situated in Bouddha, a short drive from city center, the white mound
looms 36 meters overhead. Believed to have been constructed in the 5th century,
there are many monasteries around the Stupa as the area has been inhabited by
people having faith in Buddhism. Buddhist monks on maroon robes are seen circumnutating
the Stupa with prayer wheels on their hands. Numerous small Stupas are located
at the based.
Changu Narayan Temple
The temple of Changu Narayan located a top of hill in
Bhaktapur district is dedicated to Lord Bishnu. The temple is one of the most
ancient temple complexes in Nepal as it houses the inscription of Mandeva, the
first historical King of Nepal. The temple, believed to have been constructed
in the third century, is adorned by some of the best samples of stone, wood and
metal craft. There are many statues and inscriptions in the temple area that
are culturally and archaeologically important.
Sagarmatha National Park
The Sagarmatha national Park is Nepal's most popular national
park as it is home to world's tallest peak Mt. Everest or Sagarmatha. Lying in
the North-Eastern part of Nepal, the park has several other prominent peaks most
of which are over 6,000m. The park is full of rugged terrians, high mountain
peaks, deep gorges and glaciers. The park is home to different rare species in
the likes of Snow Leopard, Wolf, Lynx, Red Panda and Black Bear. Likewise, the
park is also home to beautiful Sherpa Villages, historic monasteries and
cultural landmarks.
Chitwan National Park
Chitwan National Park is
one of the most preserved conservation areas in Nepal. Lying in Chitwan
district along the Indian border, Chitwan National Park is home to rare
one-horned rhino, Royal Bengal Tiger, Ghariyal Crocodile and different other
species of flora and fauna. The park is home to more than 50 species of
mammals, 525 species of birds and 55 species of reptiles and amphibians. The
park consists of a diversity of eco-systems including the churia hills and the
stretched flood plains of the Rapti and Narayani River.