Experiences labelled with 'Swayambhunath Stupa'
The history of Kathmandu’s Swayambhunath Stupa is believed to be as old as the Kathmandu Valley. Perched on the top of a hill, Swayambhunath is a site that should never be missed on a Kathmandu tour. This ancient stupa is one of the oldest religious structures in the whole country. In spite of Swayambhunath being a Buddhist place, it is considered a holy and revered place by the Hindu community of Nepal. Swayambhunath Stupa lies about 2 km west of Thamel in Kathmandu, and is one of the best places in Nepal to get a glimpse of the culture and traditions of the region. After your first visit, chances are, a single visit will not be enough to get acquainted with each and every aspect ...
There are many ways you can describe Kathmandu: a capital city, the largest metropolis in Nepal, or maybe most appropriately a refuge of ancient temples. Today Kathmandu is the prime art and cultural centre of the country, and has developed into a great tourist destination of Nepal. A highlight for the thousands of tourists that visit each year are the ancient temples and historic buildings. They provide tourists who visit Kathmandu with a glimpse of rich culture and colourful heritage. Kathmandu is home to a large number of ancient temples, historic buildings and artistic monuments. Every sightseeing Kathmandu tour of the city usually starts with Durbar Square, famous for lots of ancient structures, one of which is Hanuman Dhoka (or Royal Palace). Hanuman Dhoka is ...
