World Heritage Sites of Nepal

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.