The Atlas Obscura Guide To Bhaktapur

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Bhaktapur, Nepal

Updated December 26, 2019

Unusual Attractions in Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur, Nepal

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

The former stronghold of the Malla Dynasty has remained virtually unchanged since the 17th century.

Bhaktapur, Nepal

Nyatapola Temple

Towering at a height of over 30 meters, this turn-of-the-18th-century landmark is the tallest temple in Nepal.

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Changunarayan, Nepal

Changu Narayan

Dating back to the fourth century, it's the oldest Hindu temple still in use in the Kathmandu Valley.

3 miles from Bhaktapur

Sanga, Nepal

Kailashnath Mahadev Statue

Nepal is home to the world’s tallest Shiva statue.

3 miles from Bhaktapur

Shankharapur, Nepal

Shiva Statue

The spot where Parvati convinced Shiva to marry her, has become a pilgrimage site for married and unmarried women.

4 miles from Bhaktapur

Mahamanjushree Nagarkot, Nepal

Buddha Peace Park

This park in Nagarkot boasts one of the best views in all of Nepal.

5 miles from Bhaktapur

Kathmandu, Nepal

Boudhanath Stupa

One of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world keeps an eye out in every direction.

5 miles from Bhaktapur

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Bhaktapur

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Bhaktapur, Nepal

Updated December 26, 2019

Unusual Attractions in Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur, Nepal

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur, Nepal

Nyatapola Temple

Changunarayan, Nepal

Changu Narayan

Sanga, Nepal

Kailashnath Mahadev Statue

Shankharapur, Nepal

Shiva Statue

Mahamanjushree Nagarkot, Nepal

Buddha Peace Park

Kathmandu, Nepal

Boudhanath Stupa

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