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Kathmandu is home to a myriad of temples and shrines, which make up the most interesting and appealing part of the city’s attractions. Many are located around Durbar Square, the city’s main landmark and a convenient stepping-stone to most attractions.

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Boudhanath: across the city from Swayambunath, on the east side of Kathmandu, is Nepal’s largest stupa. Looking similar to Swayambunath, this whitewashed stupa is also topped with a gilded box on which are painted four pairs of Buddha’s eyes. The religious centre for Nepal’s Tibetan population, this holy site houses hundreds of prayer wheels.

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Patan: was once a separate kingdom but merged with Kathmandu hundreds of years ago and today the two cities are separated only by the Bagmati River. Also called Lalitpur (City of Beauty), Patan is well-known for its intricate and striking temples as well as its skilful metalworkers, who produce most of the cast-metal statues sold all over the valley.

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