Patan is also popularly known as Lalitpur, the most seasoned of all the three urban communities of Kathmandu valley. It is best known for its dominating legacy. It is most likely one of the established Buddhist towns on the planet. The city is encompassed by 4 Stupas as 4 corners of Patan, one at each side. These stupas are said to have been built by the well known Emperor Ashoka. To describe the excellence of Patan, a western woman essayist stated that - "Patan implies forever itself and Patan Durbar Square is the dynamite sight of Asia for sure".