One of Nepal‘s most captivating cultural cities, Bhaktapuris home to vibrant festivals, stunning architecture, age-old customs, and enduring Newari history.
Bhaktapur, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a living museum in the Kathmandu Valley, is referred to as the “City of Devotees.” Visitors are guided through exquisitely preserved courtyards, temples, monasteries, traditional homes, stone sculptures, and squares that date back hundreds of years along its medieval streets.
Explore Bhaktapur
The Golden Gate, 55-Window Palace, Nyatapola Temple, Vatsala Temple and several traditional courtyards encircle Bhaktapur Durbar Square (Layaku) in the center of the city.
Explore the spiritual ambiance of Dattatreya Square , the ancient Dattatreya Temple , Pottery Square , Taumadhi Square , and Siddha Pokhari beyond Durbar Square. Every location unveils a new facet of the history and culture of Bhaktapur.
Take in the Culture of Living
Bhaktapuris a place where culture is still ingrained in daily life; it is more than just monuments. Traditional Newari festivals, jatras, masked dances, Dafa Bhajan, traditional music, pottery, woodcarving, metalwork, and local cuisine are all available to visitors.
During festivals like Bisket Jatra, Gai Jatra, Gunla Parva, Yomari Punhi, Indra Jatra and other local events, the city is very lively.
Savour Bhaktapur
A trip to Bhaktapur wouldn’t be complete without sampling its well-known traditional cuisine. Savour Newari specialities such as Bara, Chatamari, Yomari, Kwati, Aila and the fabled Juju Dhau (King Curd).
An Exploration of Time
Take a leisurely stroll down the winding, brick-paved streets, take in the elaborate woodcarvings, interact with regional craftspeople, observe ceramics being made by hand, and take in the traditional sounds of Bhaktapur‘s temples and musical ensembles.
You are cordially invited to visit, taste, experience, and commemorate Nepal’s living legacy at Bhaktapur.
Bhaktapur: Nepal’s Living Heritage
Greetings from Bhaktapur
**Discover the History. Take in the culture. Explore the Living City.
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