Top Things to do in Central Region
10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Central Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Central Region, Nepal including Kyanjin Gompa, Patan Durbar Square, Hanuman Dhoka, Durbar (Central) Square, Taumadhi Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Sankhu Village, Image Ark, Shree Gahawamai Temple, Templo de Changu Narayan.
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1. Kyanjin Gompa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By theresam596 - Hanoi, Vietnam
I found the trek up comparatively easy to others I had done. Until I was passed buy a guy literally skipping through the stream. I later stayed at his guest house, total coincidence but it was lovely. Hotel evening view. Smaller hotel, but gave me real interactions with the local people. But also a shower imported from Europe and it’s honestly one of the best showers I ever had !! The weather was flawless when I was there. I went up the surrounding peaks, ate cake, and spent one day sat outside my room in the beautiful sunshine eating yak cheese. I’d recommend the trek hightoy, and would probably spend longer here than I did. I had friends who explored much further. And I’m not entirely sure why I didn’t (cake and yak cheese ????????), but even though it’s a long way, I’ll probably return one day as my heart never felt so at peace.
2. Patan Durbar Square
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By egekarakas12 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
You have to visit this place asap, you will be enchanted!! I couldn’t close my mouth because i was shocked, i dont know what kind of talent that they have about handicrafts!! Superb
3. Hanuman Dhoka
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4.5 based on 590 reviews
Real monkeys live in this square, built to honor the mischievous and courageous monkey god Hanuman.
Reviewed By sklb2014 - London, United Kingdom
great place to be in Kathmandu Durbar square history is just a amazing and cannot be the best like this take a guide as we did it will be worth
4. Durbar (Central) Square
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4.5 based on 987 reviews
Most towns and cities have a durbar, or central, square. Patan's is comparatively quiet, surrounded by peaceful palace courtyards, shops and pagoda temples.
Reviewed By AZCasualTraveler - Mesa, United States
UNESCO had designated three (3) town squares in Nepal as World Heritage Sites (Cultural): (1) Kathmandu Durbar Square, (2) Bhaktapur Durbar Square and (3) Patan Durbar Square - all three of these Squares are must see places while traveling through Nepal and they are all different in their own way. The Patan Durbar Square has many distinctive and interesting temples and structures: Krishna Temple, Royal Palace Patan, Jagannarayan Temple, Keshav Narayan Temple, Char Naarayan Temple, Golden Temple and others. When we had visited Patan Durbar Square on November 2019, we found most all of the structures here had been either not affected by the 2015 earthquake or were repaired quickly - we saw only a couple of structures that were being "repaired". This is in contrast to the Kathmandu Durbar Square which had multiple structures that are still in need of earthquake damage repair when we had visited that location. In summary, the Patan Durbar Square is in excellent shape - almost all the structures show no earthquake damage and the whole area is visually quite stunning as you enter the Square. The Ancient Nepal architecture here at the Square looks very impressive and makes for good photography. Highly recommend seeing the Patan Durbar Square, and if you have time walk down through some of the side streets to see the residential areas that surrounds the Square - interesting!
5. Taumadhi Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 241 reviews
Reviewed By Kai_Wah - Malaysia, null
This is the main square upon entry to Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Entrance fee for foreigners is NPR 1,500 per person. The main attractions are the Golden Gate and Nyatapola Temple. Incredible woodcrafts and architecture. It is listed under the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Kathmandu Valley where the site is under the threat of earthquake especially in 2015. A precious heritage that worth a visit!
6. Bhaktapur Durbar Square
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4.5 based on 1,633 reviews
The ancient city Bhaktapur lies on the Eastern part of Kathmandu valley which is also known as Bhadgaon or Khwopa. The historical monument on around signifies medieval age culture and tradition of Nepal and this old city is inhabited by indigenous Newari people in large group. you can visit to this place to experience Nepali culture,tradition,religion from right way.we are here to support you for your tours.
Reviewed By AZCasualTraveler - Mesa, United States
There are more than one Durbar Squares in Kathmandu Valley Nepal: Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan - all three (3) of these Squares have been designated by UNESCO as World Heritage sites. Bhaktapur is about 45 minute drive from Kathmandu city, and the Durbar Square in Bhaktapur (population 107,000) appears to be less crowded with tourists than the one in Kathmandu city (population 1.4 million). When we had visited Bhaktapur Durbar Square in November 2019, there was not much visible evidence of physical damage due to the 2015 earthquake to the structures when compared to Kathmandu - either the earthquake was less severe in Bhaktapur or the restoration work was completed faster here. The architecture here at Bhaktapur Durbar Square is typical ancient Nepal style with several notable structures in and around the Square area: Shiva Kedarnath temple, National Art Museum, Nyatapola Temple, Siddhi Laxmi Temple, Gopinath Krishna Temple and more. In addition to the Temples, there is the colorful "back streets" just off the square that have interesting shops to look at including a "Nepal Gurkha Knife" shop containing a variety of different styles - Interesting! It was well worth the drive to come visit Bhaktapur from the big city of Kathmandu.
7. Sankhu Village
8. Image Ark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Image Ark is a creative studio and art gallery in the heart of the World Heritage site of Patan Durbar Square, in the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal. The Image Ark gallery is open to established and emerging artists to exhibit their art in many original ways. With each exhibition the space is transformed to reflect the artist's unique style.
9. Shree Gahawamai Temple
10. Templo de Changu Narayan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By bojfilzagreb - Zagreb, Croatia
It is situated some 20 km from Kathmandu, but it takes like one hour drive to get there. But it’s worth it. One of my favourite places during my stay in Nepal. Beautiful temple with stone and wood carvings. The temple is on top a hill. From the entrance you climb the steps through the village passing artisan studios and shops. According to legends Changu Narayan temple existed as early as 325 a.d. Read a legend about Changu Narayan before you go. A real hidden gem.
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