10 best place to visit near Kathmandu

Kathmandu is the epicenter or capital city of Nepal, surrounded by remarkable history, bustling streets, monasteries, ancient temples, and stunning religious artworks. The outline of the 10 best place to visit near Kathmandu will assist you to make your travel memorable and inspiring.

10 best place to visit near Kathmandu
10 best place to visit near Kathmandu

Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur used to be the capital city of Nepal during the Malla period. When you walk through the street of Bhaktapur, you can find a way full of architecture and religious significance. There are several pagoda roof temples and a royal palace with an amazing “cobra bath pool”.

Namobuddha-Best place to visit Near Kathmandu

It is one of the religious places for Buddhism, after Swayambhu and Boudhanath. This place is famous for its view of sunset and sunrise. It is surrounded by a peaceful environment and glorious scenario. There is a site where we can see Buddha giving his body to the tigress which was carved in stone. The surrounding is very peaceful where people come here to relax their soul.

Nuwakot

It is a historical place located on the bank of the Trushili river and lies 75 km west of Kathmandu valley. The monumental squares of Nuwakot are Nuwakot durbar square and Langtang national park which are the site for tourist attractions.

Dhulikhel

 Dhulikhel is the best place to visit near Kathmandu. It is located 30 km away from Kathmandu which is among one of the best places in Nepal. It is a place with fewer crowded people and has a view of many mountain ranges. It has the glance of Gauri Shankar Himal and melungtse Himal in the east and Langtang Himal in the west.

Kakani– Best place to visit near Kathmandu

 Kakani is the small village of the Tamang ethnic group, which is located 22.3 km northwest of Kathmandu. This place is famous for the Japanese trout fish and the local foods. One of the best places to visit in Kakani is the memorable park built-in memory of the air crash of 1992.

Chisapani

Chisapani is filled with forest and spectacular scenarios of mountains and landscapes. It is the best place for short trekking trial and scrolling the views of flora and fauna throughout the way. Visitors can see a glimpse of the Annapurna range and Everest from Chisapani and it is the common point for hikers to rest crossing Shivpuri national park.

lakuri bhanjyang

Lakuri Bhanjyang is the perfect place for adventures like paragliding, camping facilities, sightseeing, and biking. This place provides the boundless opportunity to feel the amazing ride in the direction of the wind. It is known for the eye-catching view of snow-Covered Himalayan ranges and sunrise which can be seen very close to the eye.

Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park– Best place to visit near Kathmandu

The Shivapuri Nagarjun National park is the favorite place for those who love hiking, trekking, cycling, and biking. This park includes many species of mammals, butterflies, birds, and other various animals. Visitors can see the beautiful views of the Himalayan and the southern slope of the park.

Patan durbar square

     Patan durbar square is considered one of the best museums in Asia consist of ancient temples, wonderful cravings, and monuments.  Patan Durbar is full of Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries like a golden temple and Krishna Mandir.

Gorkha: the story of bravery

Gorkha is also known as the home of original Gurkha soldiers and the ancient seat of the shah dynasty where king Prithvi Narayan Shah was born. There are too many sites of attraction for tourists like Manakamana temple and many mountains and museums.  

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Writer:- Soniya acharya

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