Kathmandu City Tour is one of the most popular sightseeing tours. It explores the beauty of the valley and provides travelers with the opportunity of getting insight information about the unique blend of traditional and modern lifestyle. Founded around 723 AD, Kathmandu opened up to the foreigners in the mid-1950s which led the tremendous growth of tourism in the capital city transformed itself as Mecca for trekkers and nirvana for hippies in the 1960s and till 1970s.
Kathmandu- A Fascinating Old City
A fascinating old city with a well-preserved reminiscence of ancient heritages such as Royal palaces, courtyards, temples and other heritages having its root back to the Malla, Lichhavi and Shah eras. The other neighboring cities of Bhaktapur and Patan also stand shoulder to shoulder in terms of heritage, cultural diversity and richness. These trio cities of Kathmandu valley make an excellent region for City Tour in Kathmandu valley.
Ancient Heritages (World Heritage Sites)
Besides the cobbled streets, narrow lanes, carved doors and windows, stone shrines and monuments, a charming blend of religious harmony and amazing experiences, Kathmandu City Tour explores the ancient heritages listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site List. This tour explores the sacred holy temple of Pashupatinath, the epitome of Hindu faith of followers around the world. The other heritages are the Buddhist pilgrimages of Swayambhunath Stupa, the 14th century stupa, which is also known as the Monkey Temple among the foreigners.
Kathmandu’s Historic Wonders: Boudhanath Stupa and Durbar Squares
Similarly, another attraction is Boudhanath Stupa, the largest stupas of its kind and is the other star attraction in this city Tour. The Royal Palaces in the Basantapur Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Patan Durbar Square in Lalitpur and Bhaktapur Durbar Square in Bhaktapur mesmerizes tourists with its ornate architectures, carvings and other heritages. Surrounded by green hills and the views of snowcapped mountains in distance add beauty and elegance to the enchanting aura of historic and holistic places.
To Conclude
Kathmandu city is the pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists followers. And also, it’s the center of attraction for all the tourists leaving for Annapurna or Everest Trekking in Nepal. Join the City Tour to explore the experience that can’t be described with words, with a local expert tour guide who shall provide all the necessary information to you during the tour.
