Location: Dhulikhel
Top Things to do in Dhulikhel
10 Things to Do in Dhulikhel That You Shouldn't Miss
Dhulikhel is the administrative centre of Kavrepalanchowk District, Nepal. At the time of the 2011 Nepal census it had a population of 16,263 people in 3,291 households. Two major highway B.P. Highway and Arniko Highway passes through Dhulikhel. Araniko Highway connects Kathmandu, Nepal's capital city with Tibet's border town of Kodari. Dhulikhel is located at the Eastern rim of Kathmandu Valley, south of the Himalayas at 1550m above sea level and is situated 30 km southeast of Kathmandu and 74 km southwest of Kodari. The people in the village are Newars, Brahmin, Chhettri, Tamang and Dalit. Drinking water in Dhulikhel is some of the best water in Nepal. It was made with the Help of the German NGO, German Technical Cooperation.
Restaurants in Dhulikhel
1. Thrangu Tashi Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By Pamela S - Canberra, Australia
When you visit Nepal, a day trip to Namo Buddha is well worth the visit. Although only 40 km from Kathmandu, the trip takes 2 hours by road as it winds its way out of the valley and up to the hill where the Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery is located. In winter from October to May the views of the mighty Himalaya peaks are spectacular. You can spend a whole day at Namo Buddha. First you can spend a couple of hours going around the monastery and the nearby hills. then you can have lunch at the monastery café near the entrance - nothing fancy but very tasty and run by the monks. Then you can walk 20 minutes down the hill to the Stupa where a relic of the prince remains. According to a legend, 6000 years ago a prince discovered a tigress lying near a rock. He realized that the tigress was about to die due to hunger with her five little babies still sucking milk from her. So the Prince cut his body to give his warm blood to the tigress. The tigress then consumed him leaving only his bones. Namo Buddha is also one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal and the monastery is magnificent and beautifully kept. In addition to the monastery there are so many special places to see connected to the prince and the tigress legend so you can easily spend a whole day there. It is possible to get there by local bus but the road is rough and windy, it is recommended you hire a vehicle to take you there and back. Leave at Kathmandu at 8am and visit the monastery first before lunch, and leave Namo Buddha to come back around 3pm. The monks will give you a free guided tour of the monastery.
2. Indreshwar Mahadev Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Se0ulist - Istanbul, Turkey
Panauti is a small farmer village where can be arranged homestay facilities also. But in the center of village there are many old houses and streets to see. Temple and crematorium near by the river is one of these beautiful buildings. For seperate activity nearly for 30 min you may climb up to the hill near by temple and enjoy the scenery.
3. Taumadhi Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 178 reviews
Reviewed By Nigel H - Harrogate, United Kingdom
This is a magnificent 5 storey temple, which, despite surrounding devastation is still easily accessible to walk around.the workmanship is good and this is an unmissable building of quality.
4. Kali Temple
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Kanchan C - Kathmandu, Nepal
Easily figured out that visiting Kali Temple was the topmost to do list while in Dhulikhel. Was worried if the road leading to the top was spoilt by heavy rain during previous night, however, found that road was smooth till a kilometre to the top where I had to park my car at the edge of the road as the gravel road in the second half of the journey was too rough for my small car.
After 10 min of walking, we reached picnic spot from where range of Himalayas could be seen just away from tip of nose. From there, we decided to take a shortcut to Kali Temple which was adventurous mini trek for my small kids.
Kali Temple and View Tower in the Temple appeared to have damaged by the earthquake, without renovation till then which was reminder to the devastated earthquake in 2015.
As we climbed down the Kali Temple, we were advised by the local people to take the stairs (1000 steps made up with beautifully built and maintained stairs of rock). While my family took the stairs, I came back through the motorway to fetch my car to pick my family on the start of the stairs. My family found out that 1000 steps was very easy and pleasurable way to visit the Temple which crisscrosses motorway few times.
As we drove back we also saw elderly foreigners, who stayed in the same hotel, walking towards the Kali Temple. They appeared to have well informed that best way to visit Kali Temple was to follow the 1000 steps stair that was so beautifully laid and maintained.
5. Nyatapola Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By Kanchan C - Kathmandu, Nepal
The Nyatapola Temple or simply 5 storey temple in Bhaktapur is an engineering masterpiece from a medieval Nepal. Even with the recent massive earthquake, the temple is fully intact.
This is the temple listed in the world heritage site and is one of the reasons for proud Nepal and Nepali.
6. Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 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 AThena53 - Kansas City, Missouri
I loved this place even though many of the buildings were scaffolded or otherwise undergoing repair from the major earthquake a few years ago. Get the brochure- there are temples dating from centuries ago, mixed in with shops and restaurants. Peddlers are mostly bearable, with a few that won't go away. There's a huge variety of goods for sale- knitted goods, handmade paper, spices, T-shirts, "singing bowls" and other musical instruments as well as the usual jewelry, cashmere and pashmina. Even though this was the last day of our tour and our group had done more than its share to improve the economy in Nepal we still found things to buy!
Get the yogurt at Cafe Neuatapola- it's lightly sweetened and heavenly.
7. Changu Narayan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 418 reviews
Reviewed By Otmar G - Feldkirch, Austria
This is not a very big temple area, but it's a gem recognized as UNESCO world heritage. As it is hidden in the hills, it escaped destruction in the 15th century. It is the oldest temple in Nepal that has survived in its original state against all odds and dates back as far as the fourth century. It is a square building with beautifully carved beams under the two-storey roof. There are bells and columns and altars, and you can walk around the temple and admire the artwork on the walls.
8. 55 Window Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By nam_gypseagal - Bengaluru, India
Though we could not venture into this palace, just walking past it was an experience in itself because of the intricacy and finesse in the carving and sculptures on the outside. Every little square inch is filled with legend and art and makes for marvellous photographs at all angles.
9. Dattatreya Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By Bill C - Vancouver
This temple is located in Dattatreya Square (also known as Tachupal Square) which is near the Peacock Window. There are several businesses nearby with “Peacock” in their names There are restaurants and gift shops nearby. Be aware of walking around the square since motorbikes drive through frequently. I would also recommend wearing a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen while walking about.
There is a statue of Garuda on a column in front of the temple. At the steps to the entrance, there are two statues of Malla wrestlers.
