Cultural And Heritage Day Tour in Kathmandu: Visit Holiest Buddhist and Hindu Sites
Kathmandu
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural and religious heritage of Kathmandu on this day tour. Visit the holiest Buddhist and Hindu sites, including Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath, and Pashupatinath, all UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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- Swayambhunath Temple - Your first visit of the day is Swayambhunath stupa which is also popularly known as Monkey temple. The site consists of a stupa, a variety of shrines and temples, some dating back to the Licchavi period. Swayambhunath is among the oldest religious sites in Nepal. Although the site is considered Buddhist, It is visited by both Buddhist & Hindus. The stupa has Buddha’s eyes and eyebrows painted on. You can find some shops, restaurants & hostels in the site.
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- Boudhanath Stupa - Your second visit of the day is Bouddhanath Stupa which is another holiest place for Buddhist. It is located on what was a major trade route between Nepal & Tibet. There are at least 29 Tibetan Gompas & Monasteries around Bouddhanath. The culture there is very much Himalayan with a strong influence of Tibetans & Sherpas as you can evidence the number of restaurants selling momos, thukpa & other Tibetan food. Bouddhanath is also considered as the largest Stupa in Asia. This site is one of the hottest stop for tourist as well as locals.
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- Pashupatinath Temple - Pashupatinath temple which can be considered as the holiest place for Hindus all around the World. The largest temple in Nepal stretches on both sides of the Bagmati River which is considered holy by Hindus. Cremation of Hindus take place on raised platforms along the river. Only Hindus are allowed inside the gate of main temple. As this is the temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, there are some daily rituals followed in the temple which is another reason this site is center of energy with active participation of people every day. After visiting all three places as planned, our vehicle will drop you off at your hotel.
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What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Landing and/or facility fees
- Surcharges on fuel
- Air-conditioned transport
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Kathmandu is a city brimming with historic temples, stupas, and heritage sites. Essentially, the entire city could be deemed a World Heritage site given the concentration of such landmarks within its confines.
This cultural and heritage day tour will escort you to celebrated sites such as Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath, and Pashupatinath. These sites hold tremendous religious significance for the Buddhist and Hindu communities across the country.
Each of the three destinations you will explore are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites. The extraordinary art, rich culture, and captivating allure of these sites will surely leave you spellbound.
Location
Himalayan Recreation - Day Tours
Thamel
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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