Bhaktapur
Bhaktapur (Khwopa) - Ancient Newar City Filled with Temples
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Changu Narayan
Nyatapola Temple
55 Windows Palace
Taumadhi Square
Doleshwar Mahadev Temple
Siddha Pokhari
Thimi
Bhairavnath Temple, Bhaktapur

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1. Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur Durbar Square
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Historical Site

Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was once home to the royal family of Bhaktapur. Locally known as Khwopa or the ancient Newa City, visitors can explore the entire complex of four squares—Taumadhi Square, Durbar Square, Pottery Square, and Dattatreya Square. Located about 13 kilometers east of the Kathmandu Valley, it is often visited from Kathmandu.

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2. Changu Narayan

Changu Narayan

5 km from city center

Temple

Changu Narayan is a synonymous word with both the old Nepalese temple and the village that surrounds it. Located in the Bhaktapur district some 12 km east of Kathmandu, Changu Narayan is the oldest temple in Nepal and has an authentic Newari style architecture very true to its roots. With its two-storey brick-red edifice, the beautiful temple perches atop a hill which is also called Changu or some (Read More)times Dolagiri.

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₹4,462

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3. Nyatapola Temple

Nyatapola Temple
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Temple

Nyatapola Temple is an 18th-century temple located in Bhaktapur, Nepal. It is the tallest building in the valley and the tallest temple in the country. The temple was built in 1702 and is dedicated to Goddess Siddhi Lakshmi, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. The idol of the Goddess, which is installed in the sanctum sanctorum, is believed to be extremely fearsome.

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₹1,281

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4. 55 Windows Palace

55 Windows Palace

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Forts & Palaces

The Palace of Fifty-five Windows was built by King Jitamitra Malla for his 55 wives, with one window for each of them. The palace of 55 Windows dates back to the 18th Century. Apart from this iconic monument of love, the said king also laid down the foundation stone for another iconic structure in the vicinity - the Nyatapola Temple.

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₹1,633

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5. Taumadhi Square

Taumadhi Square

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Commercial Street

Located right next to the famous Durbar Square, Taumadhi square is often left unnoticed while travelling to Bhaktapur but one has to explore it in order to know about ancient legends and adore ancient architecture. The square is very popular among tourists because of the beautifully structured stones and carvings on the wood. The stone sculptures are a major attraction in this square. It represent (Read More)s the ancient life in Bhaktapur. Also known as Taumadi Tole, it owes much of its reputation to be the site for Nyatapola Temple, the tallest temple in Nepal towering to a height of 30 metres.

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₹2,939

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6. Doleshwar Mahadev Temple

Doleshwar Mahadev Temple

4 km from city center

Temple

The Doleshwar Mahadev Temple is located in Bhaktapur, 20 kilometres away from Kathmandu. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, which is believed to be 4000 years old. It is believed that visiting Doleshwar Mahadev, Pashupatinath and Kedarnath will wash off one’s sins by receiving blessings from Lord Shiva. 

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₹1,281

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7. Siddha Pokhari

Siddha Pokhari

Historical Site

Siddha Pokhari is an artificial rectangular pond located near the main gate of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. It is one of the old and traditional ponds in Nepal. It was built in the 15th century during the rule of King Yakshya Malla. Siddha Pokhari is also called by the name Ta-Pukhu. The pond is surrounded by buildings, however, one can also spot snowy mountain peaks on a clear day. Ta Pukhu is a popu (Read More)lar place for locals as well as tourists and they can often be seen feeding the fish with food bought from stalls nearby.

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8. Thimi

Thimi

5 km from city center

Town

Thimi is the fourth largest town in Kathmandu Valley and is situated in between Kathmandu, Lalitpur and Bhaktapur. The Kings of Bhaktapur often called this city as ‘Chhemi’ which means ‘capable people’, thus praising the people of Thimi for their constant and loyal support towards Bhaktapur. The town is a large producer of pottery and masks. With a population of nearly 84,000 people, the city is f (Read More)illed with Newari culture and traditions. Thimi is elevated and one must climb up the valley in order to reach the city. The city was originally known as Madhyapur which translates it to ‘middle place’ which is now more often used than Thimi. 
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9. Bhairavnath Temple, Bhaktapur

Bhairavnath Temple, Bhaktapur

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Temple

Bhairavnath temple is one of the temples in Bhaktapur Durbar Square and is built in the pagoda style. The entry ticket to Bhaktapur also guarantees a visit to this temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Bhairav, which is supposed to be the most ferocious form of Lord Shiva. Originally, the temple had just one storey which was built by King Jagat Jyoti Malla. However, in 1717, two more storeys wer (Read More)e added to this temple by King Bhupatindra Malla.

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10. The Lion Gate, Bhaktapur

The Lion Gate, Bhaktapur

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Museum

The Lion Gate is a 17th-century structure, created with the belief that it will protect the ancient city. The gate has two large and majestic lion statues placed on either side. The Lion Gate is located inside the Bhaktapur Durbar Square along with several other ancient buildings and artefacts, which is accessible through many well-maintained pathways. Popular belief holds the King to have chopped (Read More) off the hands of the artisans who built the Lion Gate, an attempt to ensure that to Lion Gate would never be replicated.
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11. Taleju Bhawani Temple

Taleju Bhawani Temple

13 km from city center

Temple

Standing like a silent sentinel of the Durbar Square, Taleju Bhawani Temple is among its most auspicious and stunning attractions. It is dedicated to the Goddess Bhawani and was built by the Malla Kings to ward off evil. The highlight of the temple is the fact that it has been built in the style of a 'Mandala'.

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What are the top sightseeing places in Bhaktapur?

The top sightseeing places in Bhaktapur are 55 Windows Palace, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Nyatapola Temple, Taumadhi Square , Changu Narayan, Doleshwar Mahadev Temple.

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