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Day One-
We receive you in the airport
and transfer to the hotel. Half an hour
briefing on the tour and highlights
explaining the optional activities you
can do during your stay.
Day two-
AM: Duly recognized as a world Heritage
Site by UNESCO Kathmandu Durbar Square
lies in the heart of Kathmandu City.
Locally also called as Hanuman Dhoka
Palace Square-an ancient seat of the
Nepalese Royalty. Most of the buildings
we see here date from 15th to
18th
century. Some of the important monuments
to be seen here are:
Taleju temple- tallest
of all structures built by King Mahendra
Malla in 1549 A.D.
Jagannath temple-
built in the 16th century, known for
fascinating erotic figures carving on
the wooden struts eaves.
Kal Bhairav- one of the largest stone
idols in Kathmandu representing the
terrifying aspects of Shiva.
Statue of King Pratap Malla in
praying gesture to Digu Taleju the royal
family deity right across.
Kumari Ghar- 17th century Kumari
temple, an example of the highly
developed Nepalese temple craft.
Kasthamandap- built from the timber
of a single tree. The Kathmandu City
derives its name from Kasthamandap.
Besides these other fascinating part of
this palace complex is the towering
Nautale Durbar (Nine Storey Palace)
overlooking the beautiful cityscape and
the vast Basantapur square where
Prithivi Narayan Shah built mansion to
commemorate his victory in 1768 A.D.
This building complex is known for the
most intricately carved wooden doorways
roof struts and massive lattice windows
full of mythical figures.
 Then we drive to
Swoyanbhunath Stupa
another World Heritage Site.
Swoyambhunath literally means
'Self-Existent One.' Swoyambhunath is
believed to have been established around
250 B.C. An inscription dated 460 A.D.
states that the construction was carried
out by King Mandev. The largest image of
the Sakyamuni Buddha in Nepal is in a
monastery next to the stupa. Behind the
hilltop is a temple dedicated to
Manjusri or Saraswati - the goddess of
learning. Swoyambhunath is perhaps the
best place to observe the religious
harmony in Nepal.
 PM:
Patan Durbar Square complex,
situated in the center of Patan city,
and its surroundings provide very good
example of ancient Newari architecture.
The palace has three main courtyards but
the central and the oldest is Mul Chowk.
To the west of the complex are a dozen
free standing temples of various sizes
and styles. Krishna Temple, Bhimsen
Temple, the Golden Temple of Hiranya
Varna Mahavihar and Sundari Chowk mark
the architectural excellence of its era.
The Sundari Chowk with the sunken Royal
bath of Tusha Hiti contains exquisite
woodcarvings, stone, and metal
sculpture. Patan Durbar Square also
houses a temple of Taleju Bhawani.
Day 03-04-05
PASHUPATINATH TEMPLE
Pashupatinath is one of the four most
important religious sites in Asia for
Shiva devotees. Pashupatinath, dedicated
to Shiva the Destroyer, is the holiest
Hindu pilgrimage destination
in Nepal.
Although the Pashupatinath Temple was
only built in the fifth century and
later renovated by Malla kings, the holy
site is said to have existed from the
beginning of the millennium. A
gold-plated roof, four silver doors, and
woodcarvings of the finest quality
decorate the pagoda temple of
Pashupatinath. Temples dedicated to
several other Hindu and Buddhist deities
surround the temple of Pashupatinath.
Nearby is the temple of Guheshwori
dedicated to Shiva's consort Sati Devi.
Behind the temple is the River Bagmati.
On the banks of Bagmati are raised
platforms used as cremation sites for
Hindus. Only Hindus are allowed inside
the Pashupatinath courtyard.
BOUDHANATH STUPA
Bouddhanath is the center of Tibetan
culture in Nepal. The 36 m. high stupa
of Bouddhanath is one of the largest
stupa in South Asia. Licchavi rulers
renovated Bouddhanath Stupa in the
eighth century. The mandala design in
Bouddhanath is a copy of the one in
Gyangtse in Tibet. The stupa is located
in the area of ancient trade route to
Tibet where Tibetan merchants rested and
offered prayers for many centuries. The
stupa is said to entomb the remains of a
Kasyap sage venerable both to Buddhists
and Hindus.
SANKHU
This is a typical Newari town, with
many fine old buildings and temples.
Surround the sleepy village of Sankhu,
once on the trade route east to Helambu.
Forests above the village hide an
important temple to the tantric goddess,
Bajra Jogini. Follow the wide stone path
north of the village and walk up the
steps to the temple, flanked with
smaller shrines, stupas and statues. The
main structure is 17th century and has a
fine golden torana above the door.
Behind the temple there are other
shrines & sculptures.
NAGARKOT
Nagarkot is also a popular tourist
destination of Nepal. It is located 32
kilometers east of Kathmandu, is one of
the most scenic spots in Bhaktapur
district and is renowned for its
spectacular sunrise view of the Himalaya
when the weather is clear. Visitors
often travel to Nagarkot from Kathmandu
to spend the night so that they can be
there for the breathtaking sunrise.
Nagarkot has become famous as one of
the best spots to view Mount Everest as
well as other snow-topped peaks of the
Himalayan range of eastern Nepal. It
also offers an excellent view of the
Indrawati river valley to the east. With
an elevation of 2,195 meters, Nagarkot
also offers a panoramic view of the
Valley and is described by visitors as a
place whose beauty endures year round.
 DHULIKHEL
This ancient town is situated 30 Km
east of Kathmandu on the side of the
Araniko (Kathmandu Kodari) highway;
the newari town of Dhulikhel offers a
traditional atmosphere along with the
spectacular mountain views. Once an
important link in the ancient trade
route to Tibet, Dhulikhel has a glorious
past which can be seen in the lovely
lined streets and temples. Pleasant
climate is big attraction at Dhulikhel.
NAMO BUDDHA
Namo Buddha meaning "hail to the
Buddha" a sacred site, where according
to legend Buddha sacrificed his body to
feed a starving tigress & her cubs. A
carved stone slab at the main stupa
depicts the moving story. It is situated
on a hill above Panauti is an authentic
Buddhist shrine. Nepalese and Tibetan
Buddhists with the all-seeing eyes of
enlightened one. This serene proves to
be an ideal spot for sentimental
meditation. A road leads up to Namo
Buddha from Dhulikhel. A different trail
returns descending south through a
forest heading west up a long vale for a
round trip walk of six to seven hours,
or 2 to 3 hours to Panauti.
PANAUTI
Standing in a peaceful valley roughly
25 kilometers south of valley the small
beautiful town of Panauti is at a
junction of the 2 rivers. This town is
relatively untouched but where festivals
preserving the precious tradition of the
indigenous, thriving Newari Village. It
possesses a number of interesting
temples and interesting old houses,
besides it is famous for magnificent
woodcarvings. Panauti had a royal palace
in its principal square. Concerning
trek, an interesting walks leads from
Dhulikhel to Panauti. The pleasant two
hour stroll starts off south from
Dhulikhel, then turns west crossing
rice-fields and running along the course
of a tiny stream. It eventually hits the
Banepa - Panauti road a little north of
the town.
Day 06-
We drop you to the airport as
per your flight schedule towards your
destination.
The above highlights are the
basics of the total tour.
There are indeed some
surprises included in the tour
which you will feel once you
are here on the tour.
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