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Boudha Nath StupaBoudhanath Stupa is one of the oldest and the biggest Buddhist monument ever built in the Himalayan kingdom. It is 36m high and has three levels, each with Mandala style platforms. The structural features of the stupa are somewhat similar to the Swayambhunath stupa. It was built around the 5th century A.D.
 Bauddha Nath Stuppa
Gorkha PalaceThe Gorkha Palace will begin your sightseeing tour of the region. Climb the palace steps from the bottom of the hill, all the way to the top, climbing one thousand seven hundred steps (1700), in about two hours or you can get a lift to the top by 4 wheel drive vehicle. You will be glad when you get to the top, as on a clear day you can view the Himalayan range including spectacular views of Manaslu and Himalchuli Mountains and panoramic views of the valleys below.  Gorkha Palace Flight over Mount EverestYou will remember your last day in Kathmandu. An early start awaits, it is the day to finally see Mount Everest. An hour long flight will show you the complete mountain range with of course, the emphasis being on Everest. First on the far left you will see Gosaithan 8,013m, on the right appears Dorje Lakpa 6,966m. Next to see is the holy mountain Choba-Bhamare, the smallest one of the lot at 5,933m. After seeing several more mountains you will finally approach the Everest range. First there is Nuptse 7,855m which means West Peak, signifying its direction from Everest. Finally there’s Mount Everest 8,848m, known as Sagarmatha by the Nepalese and Chomolungma by the Tibetans. Much has already been written about Everest, but to actually witness it face to face during a mountain flight is something else.
 Nepal Mountain Flight View
Syambhunath StupaSyambunath Stupa is a golden spire crowning a conical wooded hill. It is the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu Valley. It has a lofty white dome and a glittering golden spire that are visible from all sides of the valley. Historical records found on a stone inscription give evidence that the stupa was already an important Buddhist pilgrimage destination by the 5th century A.D. i.e. before the coming of Buddhism in the valley.  Syambhunath Durbar SquareLies in the heart of the capital and is popularly known as the Hanuman Dhoka Palace - the Gateway of Hanuman - an ancient seat of Nepalese Royalty. The Palace consists of the huge Royal square imposing a tremendous variety of the temples dedicated to different Hindu Gods and Goddesses. Most of the buildings were constructed from the 15th – 18th centuries. The Palace is named after the Hindu Monkey God, Hanuman, and is painted completely red right next to the main entrance (the Golden Gate) of the Palace. He is regarded as the protector of the entire Durbar Square. Also at this location, you'll see the Taleju Temple, Jaganath Temple, Kal Bhairav; statue of the King Pratap Malla in praying gesture (see above left), a 17th Century Kumari Temple and the Kasthamandap from which the city got its name.  Kathmandu Durbar Square Pasupatinath TemplePashupati is one of the four most important religious sites in Asia for Shiva devotees. The Pashupatinath Temple is the largest Hindu temple and is considered to be the holiest of all Hindu Temples. This is a two-tiered golden temple with four silver doorways, hundreds of Shiva linga's shrines and holy symbols. It is located on the holy river Bagmati, 6 km east of Kathmandu . Non- Hindus are not allowed into this temple.
It is believed that this temple was built long before the Christian era begin. The Pashupati Temple was built in the fifth century and later renovated by Malla kings, Its original beauty still remains with the beautifully sculpted stone sculptures found here. Thousands of Hindus come each year on Shivaratri.  Pasupatinath |
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