Bhaktapur, Nepal

The "walled" city of Bhaktapur is a definite must see in Nepal. Bhaktapur is about fifteen minutes from Kathmandu and it is a walled city, so there are very few cars allowed inside the city. There is a 750 Rupee fee to get into Bhaktapur, and it is good for a week. Bhaktapur is very unique, especially because there are so few cars within the city. It is one of the three ancient capitals of Nepal and is renound for its strong Hindu and Nuwari culture, architecture, and art (pottery in specific).

This is my most favourite city in Nepal. A living museum on its own, Bhaktapur is renowned for its exquisite artworks, fabulous architecture, monumental masterpieces, indigenous lifestyle and unique culture. It is worth to stay in this ancient city for detailed exploration.

The entrance fee for most visitors is Np Rp750, the highest among the three cities of the Kathmandu Valley.

This ancient "city of devotees" was founded in 889AD and is a showcase of craftsmanship and fine Newar architectures.

Around the Durbur square, at the heart of four miles square city, is surrounded by innumerable temples and other architectures. One is Nyatapola Temple, a five stories temple, the tallest of Kathmandu.

Yet another is palace of 55 windows now converted into a museum.

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Bhaktapur is about 35 km south east of Kathmandu and is easily reached by bus, minibus or taxi.

Foreigners have to buy a ticket to visit the town.

While in Kathmandu, try to visit the medieval city of Bhaktapur.
Much less crowded than Kathmandu and more intact architecture.

Visit Bhaktapur

Nepal without cars and noisy tuktuks.