Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour – 1 Day

athmandu is the capital of Nepal in both political and cultural aspect. Kathmandu is the city with magnificent pagoda style architecture from medieval period of Nepal. You’ll explore the energetic city of Kathmandu and spectacular places like Swayambunath, Boudha, Budhanilkantha, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu durbar square, Patan durbar square, Bhaktapur durbar square, temple complexes at Bhaktapur and Patan and the picturesque medieval villages outside the colourful capital. The city is filled with Hindu and Buddhist religious sites. The presence of many stupas and temple around the city will make you feel at peace. As you walk through Bhaktapur’s and Patan’s pedestrian areas you’ll also catch a glimpse of Nepalese architecture with its decorated bricks and wood carvings. People are really friendly and cheerful as they follow their ancestral value “Atithi Devo Bhava” meaning “Guest is equivalent to God”.

The valley also has three main historic places, Kathmandu Durbar square, Patan Durbar square and Bhaktapur Durbar square. In All these places you can observe the architecture of medieval Nepal. These palaces have been turned into museums where you can observe the historical artifacts of ancient Nepalese culture, kingdoms, royal family etc. These palaces are perfect example of famous Nepalese pagoda style architecture.

The beautiful fluttering of prayer flags in Swayambhu and Boudha will make you feel at peace. The view of Kathmandu city from the top of the Swayambhu is dazzling. The streets of Boudha are filled with the positive energy form many Buddhist monasteries in the area.