Authentic Newari culture & historical tour around Kirtipur
Authentic Newari culture & historical tour around Kirtipur
Cultural tour around Kirtipur (city of glory)
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Kirtipur Heritage Tour with Living Culture
A day tour that combines light hiking, authentic Newari culture, and peaceful moments away from Kathmandu’s bustle. A journey through a historic city where life moves at its own gentle pace.
Tour Highlights:
• Drive to Adinath Temple – Perched on a hillock, this sacred spot offers stunning views of downtown Kathmandu and the winding river below.
• Explore Clean & Quiet Streets – Kirtipur is known for being less polluted and less congested than the capital—perfect for a relaxed walk.
• Wander Through Ancient Alleys – Discover hidden courtyards, traditional homes, and two of the city’s most revered sites: Bag Bhairab Temple and Uma Maheshwar Temple. Both offer amazing downtown views from their peaceful yards.
• Visit Kirti Vihar – A quiet monastery where you can sit with young monks during prayer time and even have a short conversation with them.
• Final Stop – Thai Temple – A unique, serene spot before we drive you back to your hotel.
Itinerary
Bagh Bhairab Temple
15 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe 3 stories giant temple was built in 16th century was built in 16th century. The yard of the temple offer a nice over looking view to downtown of Kathmandu.Kagyu Institute of Buddhist Studies
20 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThis is one of the great Gumpa in the Kathmandu valley where monks can learn about Buddhism and others can come to take meditation courses and visitors to see the Buddhist culture life style.Uma Maheshwor Temple
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedPerched on the highest hill of the historic town of Kirtipur, the Uma Maheshwor Temple is not just a religious site but a symbol of resilience, offering one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley. It is a place where history, architecture, and spirituality converge. The Uma Maheshwor Temple originally built in 1655 AD by the Malla King Raghava Deva, it was severely damaged by cannon fire during Prithvi Narayan Shah's 1767 siege of the town and later contributed to its repair. The current three-tiered pagoda is a 1950s reconstruction, though it houses a much older shrine containing the sacred Shiva Lingam. Architecturally, the temple showcases classic Newari style with intricate wood carvings on its struts and torana. Its approach is guarded by two magnificent, weathered stone lions, ranked among the valley's finest, while a distinctively styled Shikhar spire temple nearby adds to the site's architectural diversity.Aanandadi Lokeshwar Temple ( Cho Baha: Karunamye )
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeLocated in the historic village of Chovar, just southwest of Kirtipur, the Adinath Temple holds a strategic and spiritually significant position. It is majestically situated on a rocky hilltop overlooking the sacred Chovar Gorge, where the legendary figure Manjushri is said to have cut a passage with his sword to drain the primordial lake from the Kathmandu Valley. Dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Yogeshwor (Adinath), this temple is a vital pilgrimage site, especially during the festival of Maha Shivaratri. The pagoda-style architecture, is modest but powerful in its setting. The true highlight is the breathtaking panoramic view it commands of the gorge, the Bagmati River, and the southern rim of the valley. The site is deeply intertwined with local Newari Buddhist traditions as well, embodying the religious syncretism of Nepal. The annual Kartik Naach festival is performed here, blending Hindu and Buddhist rituals.
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Alpine Asian Treks and Expedition P. Ltd.
CNY 383
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