Nepal has hundreds of holy sites, mainly for Buddhists and Hindus, among many other casts and ethnicities. Many of the sites are exceptional parts of the history and culture of Nepal, with most of them in Kathmandu Valley, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list. Further, it encompasses the city's important sites and lets you explore these heritage sites optimally. Indeed our Kathmandu Day Tour package is one of the best sightseeing trips in Nepal.
During the Kathmandu Valley Day Tour, you will explore striking temples decorated opulently and intricately carved, old Royal Palaces grand in their tenure, monasteries, gumbas, chortens, Bihars, and more. You will visit the holy Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Bouddhanath Stupa, and Swayambhunath Stupa around Kathmandu City.
Kathmandu Durbar Square is a jewel in the city's symbolic crown. It has shrines from the 12th century, the Living Goddess home- Kumari, the ornate Hanuman Dhoka Palace, and more.
Likewise, visiting the Bouddhanath Stupa, identified as one of the largest Stupas, is a fantastic experience. The serenity at the Stupa is breathtaking, and the sight of the Stupa's towering golden spire presents a marvelous view; the golden of the spire contrasts magnificently with the cyan of the sky.
The Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most significant Hindu temples, is enveloped in a religious ambiance.
The Swayambhunath Stupa, lying on the top of a hill, is also quite an alluring destination and has an incredible story about its origins rich in history.
Moreover, Kathmandu Sightseeing clenches a magnetic sightseeing experience for numerous visitors, familiarizing them with cultural and architectural glory.
Places You'll Visit on Kathmandu Day Tour
Bouddhanath
The Bouddhanath Stupa is famous as one of the largest stupas on Earth and is located on the eastern borders of Kathmandu. The Stupa was constructed in the 14th century on an octagonal base and is encircled by prayer wheels carved beautifully with Buddhist prayers. It also holds the ever-present Buddha eyes on all four sides of the stupas. Festooned with colorful prayer flags hung from the base to the top of the Stupa is beautiful. Observing monks with maroon outfits and shaven heads chanting mantras in the serene set will amaze anyone.
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Kathmandu Durbar Square is brimming with the oldest temples and old Palaces that reflect the country's bygone era of monarchial rulings. It is heavy with nostalgia and reminiscences of days gone by. Built in a unique Pagoda style, the temples, and Palaces are luxuriously decorated and lavishly carved with intricate designs. One of them dates back to the 3rd century and will fascinate you. The Hanuman Dhoka Palace in the Square, built by King Pratap Malla, was used for royal ceremonies till 2001. We can also notice the abode of Kumari (Living Goddess). At the top of it is the most attractive beautiful carvings of erotic arts in the Bhagwati Temple, Shiva Parvathi Temple, the Saraswati temple, and more.
Swayambhunath Stupa
Swayambhunath Stupa (The Monkey Temple) lies 3 km west of Kathmandu on the top of a hillock, bestowing the views of Kathmandu Valley. It is Nepal's most popular and holiest Buddhist Stupa, which holds several other shrines. Embracing Hindu temples, the area of Swayambhunath Stupa is a mark of religious tolerance between Hindus and Buddhists. You will see spinning prayer wheels and Buddha's eyes on the four sides of the Stupa. Likewise, the atmosphere at the Stupa is serene, bringing with it the coruscate offerings of peace.
Pashupatinath Temple
The Pashupatinath Temple perched 5 km east of Kathmandu, is one of the holiest temples for Hindus and Lord Shiva's devotees worldwide. The pagoda-style temple holds golden roofs with silver doors and lies on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River. During Maha Shivaratri Festival, the temple is full of devotees to worship the stone Linga, a symbol of Lord Shiva. You can also observe the rituals of the cremation of the Hindus at the bank of the river.
Escape Himalaya takes you through these religious sites and ensures you become well-informed about them. Join us in this sightseeing venture to observe and explore the holy places of an ancient city. You can also opt for our Bhaktapur and Patan Day Tour packages.