Things to Do in Kathmandu

There are 2 attractions in Kathmandu. Boudha Stupa, massive tibetan buddhist stupa and pilgrimage site, is the most popular.

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Boudha Stupa

Massive Tibetan Buddhist stupa and pilgrimage site

Shrine

2

Swayambhunath

Ancient Buddhist stupa complex overlooking Kathmandu valley

Shrine

3

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Medieval palace square with intricate Newar architecture

Plaza

4

Pashupatinath Temple

Important Hindu temple complex on the Bagmati River

Temple

5

Patan Durbar Square

Historic palace complex showcasing Kathmandu Valley Newar art

Plaza

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Langtang National Park

Highland park protecting Himalayan forests and endemic species

Park

7

Kathmandu Valley

Cultural valley containing Kathmandu's historic temples

Valley

8

Dharahara

Historic Kathmandu tower, rebuilt after 2015 earthquake collapse

Tower

9

Narayanhiti Palace

Former royal palace in Kathmandu converted into museum

Museum

10

Changu Narayan Temple

Ancient Hindu temple featuring intricate stone and wood carvings

Religious Site

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Kathmandu Durbar Square

Historic palace complex at Kathmandu's old royal square

Historical Site

12

Budhanilkantha Temple

Hindu temple housing large reclining Vishnu statue

Religious Site

13

Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park

Kathmandu's nearby forested park and hiking area

National Park

14

Gosaikunda

High-altitude Himalayan lake and Hindu pilgrimage site

Lake

15

Kailashnath Mahadev Statue

Colossal hilltop Shiva statue and pilgrimage site.

Monument

16

Singha Durbar

Huge palace in Kathmandu housing government offices

Palace

17

Hanuman Dhoka

Royal palace complex in Kathmandu's Durbar Square

Building

18

Ranipokhari

Historic rectangular pond at central Kathmandu, civic landmark

Monastery

19

Asan, Kathmandu

Historic Kathmandu market square and traditional trading hub

Plaza

20

Halchowk Stadium

Multi-purpose stadium in Kathmandu hosting football matches

Stadium

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Indra Chowk

Historic Kathmandu market square near Hanuman Dhoka

Plaza

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Guhyeshwari Temple

Ancient Hindu temple in Kathmandu, sacred shrine

Temple

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Ratna Park

Central Kathmandu park and common civic gathering space

Park