Kathmandu

Kathmandu Valley — Where Living Heritage Meets the Himalayas
UNESCO World Heritage 🏔️ 1,400m

Kathmandu Valley Where Living Heritage Meets the Himalayas

Seven UNESCO Monument Zones · 2,000 years of living culture · The spiritual heart of Nepal

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UNESCO Sites

2,000+

Years of History

5M

Metro Population

1,400m

Elevation

World Heritage

UNESCO Monument Zones

Inscribed in 1979, the Kathmandu Valley is home to seven extraordinary monument zones that represent the pinnacle of Newari architecture and living heritage.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Hanuman Dhoka · Royal Palace

UNESCO

Royal palace complex with temples dating to the 16th century. Home to the Living Goddess Kumari.

7:00 AM – 7:00 PM NPR 1,000 Learn more →
Patan Durbar Square

Patan Durbar Square

Lalitpur · City of Fine Arts

UNESCO

Royal palace with 136 bahals (Buddhist monasteries) and 55 major temples. Exquisite Newar craftsmanship.

7:00 AM – 7:00 PM NPR 1,000 Learn more →
Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Khwopa · Cultural Capital

UNESCO

Grandest of the three squares with the 5-story Nyatapola Temple and 55-Window Palace.

7:00 AM – 7:00 PM NPR 1,500 Learn more →
Swayambhunath Stupa

Swayambhunath Stupa

Monkey Temple · 5th Century

UNESCO

Ancient hilltop stupa with Buddha eyes painted on four sides. Holy monkeys roam the grounds.

5:00 AM – 7:00 PM NPR 200 Learn more →
Boudhanath Stupa

Boudhanath Stupa

Largest Stupa in Nepal · 600 AD

UNESCO

Massive mandala-style stupa surrounded by 50+ Tibetan monasteries. A center of Tibetan Buddhism.

5:00 AM – 7:00 PM NPR 400 Learn more →
Pashupatinath Temple

Pashupatinath Temple

Lord Shiva · Bagmati River

UNESCO

The holiest Hindu temple in Nepal, dedicated to Shiva as Pashupati. Complex with 518 structures.

4:00 AM – 7:00 PM NPR 1,000 Learn more →
Cities

Three Royal Cities

Each city in the Valley is a living museum, preserving unique traditions, architecture, and Newari culture.

Kathmandu

Kathmandu

Yen · Capital City

The bustling heart of Nepal, home to royal palaces, ancient temples, and vibrant markets. Population ~702,000.

Durbar Square Thamel Swayambhunath
Discover Kathmandu →
Lalitpur

Lalitpur (Patan)

Yala · City of Fine Arts

The artistic heart of the Valley with 136 bahals and 55 temples. Home to exquisite metalwork and Patan Museum.

Patan Museum Krishna Mandir Golden Temple
Discover Lalitpur →
Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur

Khwopa · Cultural Capital

The best-preserved medieval city with the grandest Durbar Square, Pottery Square, and Nyatapola Temple.

Nyatapola Pottery Square Juju Dhau
Discover Bhaktapur →
Attractions

Explore the Valley

From ancient temples and stupas to hidden courtyards and vibrant markets — the Valley is a treasure trove.

Changu Narayan

Changu Narayan

Oldest Hindu temple · 5th c.

Kopan Monastery

Kopan Monastery

Tibetan Buddhist center

Garden of Dreams

Garden of Dreams

Neo-classical garden · 1920

Pharping

Pharping

Ancient pilgrimage site

Cuisine

Newari Gastronomy

The Valley's culinary heritage is as rich as its architecture — from ceremonial platters to street food delights.

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Samay Baji

Ceremonial platter

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Yomari

Sweet dumpling

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Chatamari

Newari "pizza"

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Choila

Spiced buffalo

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Bara

Fried lentil patty

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Juju Dhau

King of Yogurts

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Thukpa

Tibetan noodle soup

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Lassi

Yogurt drink

Festivals

Living Celebrations

The Valley pulses with festivals year-round — each one a vibrant expression of faith, culture, and community.

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Indra Jatra

Aug/Sep · 8 days

Kumari procession, chariot festival

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Bisket Jatra

Apr · Bhaktapur

Newar New Year, serpent festival

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Gai Jatra

Jul/Aug · Cow festival

Honors deceased family members

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Rato Machhindranath

Apr-Jun · Patan

Chariot festival, monsoon deity

Travel Guide

Plan Your Journey

Everything you need to know — from the best time to visit to emergency contacts and transportation.

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Best Time to Visit

Autumn (Oct-Nov): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Clearest skies

Spring (Mar-May): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rhododendrons bloom

Winter (Dec-Feb): ⭐⭐⭐ Crystal-clear, cold nights

Monsoon (Jun-Sep): ⭐⭐ Lush green, heavy rain

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Getting There

Airport: Tribhuvan Int'l (KTM)

To City: Taxi NPR 800–1,200

Visa: On-arrival for most

Best: Pre-book hotel shuttle

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Emergency Contacts

Police: 100

Ambulance: 102

Fire: 101

Tourist Police: 1144

Interactive Valley Map Powered by OpenStreetMap · 3D terrain view
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