| Day
1 |
Arrival
at Kathmandu International Airport
and transfer to hotel. Stay
overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. |
| Day
2 |
Sightseeing
tour of Pashupatinath, Boudhanath,
Swayambhunath and Patan. Stay
overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. |
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Situated 5 kilometers east of Kathmandu
City, Pashupatinath temple is one of the
holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Situated amidst a lush green natural setting
on the bank of the sacred Bagmati river,
the temple built in pagoda style has jilted
roof and richly carved silver doors. Visitors
will be permitted to view the temple from
the east bank of Bagmati River, entrance
in the temple being strictly forbidden to
all non Hindus. Pashupatinath is the centre
of annual pilgrimage on the day of shivaratri
which falls in the month of February/March.
Behind the temple are the cremation grounds.
This Stupa, 8 kilometers east of Kathmandu
City, is one of the biggest in the world
of its kind. It stands with four pairs of
eyes in the four cardinal direction keeping
watch for righteous behavior and human prosperity.
This Buddhis Stupa was built by King Man
Deva at the advice of the Goddess Mani Jogini.
It is built on an octagonal base inset with
prayer wheels. The shrine is ringed by houses
of Lamas or Buddhist priest.
Swayambhunath is located approximately 4
kilometers and this Buddhist Stupa is said
to be 2000 years old. The Stupa which forms
the main structure is composed of a solid
hemisphere of brick and earth supporting
a lofty conical spire capped by a pinnacle
of copper gilt. Painted on the four sided
base of the spire are the all seeing eyes
of Lord Buddha. This hill is a mosaic of
small Chaityas and Pagoda temples.
Patan Durbar Square, like its counterpart
in Kathmandu, is an enchanting mélange of
palace buildings, artistic courtyards and
graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World
Heritage Site, the former royal palace complex
is the center of Patan's religious and social
life, and houses a museum containing an
array of bronze statues and religious objects.
One remarkable monument here is a 17th-century
temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna,
built entirely of stone.
The
main attractions in Patan
Beside above mentioned places to visit there
are other significant sites to be visited:
- Golden Temple
- Kumbheshwar
- Krishna Mandir
- Jagat Narayan
- Mahaboudha
- Ashokan Stupa
- Machchhendranath Temple
- The Tibetan Camp
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| Day
3 |
Sightseeing
tour of Bhaktapur and drive
to Nagarkot for sunset and sunrise
view. Stay overnight at hotel
in Nagarkot. |
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Bhaktapur (1,401m) covers an area of four
square miles. Bhaktapur or the city of devotees
still retains a medieval charm and visitors
to this ancient town are treated to myriad
wonders of cultural and artistic achievements.
The past glory of the Malla rules continues
to be reflected at the Darbar Square. Pottery
and waving are its traditional industries.
Bhaktapur is famous for woodcarving and
the traditional topi or cap. The city lies
about 14 km east of Kathmandu. The places
of interest include Bhaktapur Darbar Square,
the National Art Gallery, Nyatapola Temple,
Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatreya Temple and
Dattatreya Square.
The main square of the city contains innumerable
temples and other architectural showpieces
such as lion gate, the golden gate, the
statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Dattatraya
Temple etc.
A magnificent statue of King Bhupatindra
Malla in the act of worship is placed on
a column facing the palace. It was listed
in the UNESCO world Heritage Monument List
in 1979.
Being built by King Yaksha Mall in 1427
A.D. and remodeled by King Bhupatindra Malla
in 17th Century, the balcony and the windows
are intricately carved is a masterpiece
of wood carving.
This five storied Pagoda Style temple was
built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1708
A.D. well known for its massive structure
and subtle workmanship. It is the tallest
pagoda structure in the Kathmandu valley.
Nagarkot is a famous place to see the mountain
ranges and sunrise. It lies at an altitude
of 2211m and is located 30 km north east
of Kathmandu. If weather is good, one can
see great views of Himalayas including Annapurna,
Langtang, Dorje Lakpa and Gauri Shanker,
Ganesh Himala. The mountain flight that
goes each day to show Everest and other
Himalayas from Kathmandu goes via the Nagarkot
route. Many visitors go to Nagarkot to see
sunrise. Once the sun begins to rise from
behind the Himalayas, it looks spectacular
as mountain changes its color. However to
see the sunrise, visitors has to go to Nagarkot
4 o'clock in the morning. |
| Day
4 |
After
sunrise view you depart to Dhulikhel
via Changunarayan. Stay overnight
at hotel in Dhulikhel. |
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Changunarayan is situated at the end of
a long ridge which runs well into the valley,
it is said to have been built in 323 AD
by King Hari Datta Varma. The temple is
richly decorated with sculptures and carvings.
It is said to be the oldest temple in the
valley.
Dhulikhel is rich in plethora of cultural
diversities, interesting traditional practices,
lush vegetation and rich birdlife. Dhulikhel
(1440m.) is a small town with a long history.
According to the records it has been around
for more than 500 years. The artistic skill
and urban ethos of its Newar inhabitants
have created a place of charm and beauty.
Streets are lined with bare-brick houses,
carved wooden windows, sloping roofs, pagoda
temples and sacred statues everywhere. The
major places of worship here are the Narayan
and Harisiddhi temples which are adored
with profuse wood carvings. The Gokhureswar
Mahadev temple, a 30 minutes walk to the
eastern part of town, is a peaceful and
scenic spot. The Bhagawati temple is situated
at a height in the western part of Dhulikhel
and dominates the skyline. From here, you
can get a beautiful vista of the town and
surrounding areas.
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| Day
5 |
Drive
from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha
and after sightseeing tour in
and around Namobuddha drive
back from Namobuddha to Kathmandu.
Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. |
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Namobouddha situated at an elevation of
1750m is very important Buddhist Pilgrimage
located in Kavre District about 38 km east
of Kathmandu. The Stupa and shrines built
in this lovely little hill mark a very ancient
holy site significantly enough where a legendary
prince named Mahasattva offered himself
to a starving Tigress with its several underfed
cubs. This legendary episode is depicted
in a very nice stone slab and placed right
next to a holy Stupa. |
| Day
6 |
Fly
out from Kathmandu. |
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& booking. |
