- Swayambhunath StupaReligious sites
Ancient monkey temple; arrive early for mist and monkeys
- Boudhanath StupaReligious sites
Massive gold-topped mandala stupa; walk the circuit at sunrise
- Pashupatinath TempleReligious sites
Ancient Hindu temple on Bagmati River with cremation ghats
- Durbar SquareHistoric
UNESCO square with palaces, temples, and intricate woodwork
- Patan Durbar SquareHistoric
Quieter sister square with ornate temples and courtyards
- Changu Narayan TempleReligious sites
Ancient temple on ridge with city and mountain backdrop views
- Garden of DreamsParks
Restored neoclassical garden; peaceful escape with fountains
- Thamel DistrictMarkets
Vibrant tourist district with street vendors and nightlife
- Kanti PathMarkets
Busy street with rickshaws, shops, and local energy
- Nag PokhariNature
Sacred pond near Thamel; serene early morning reflections
- Phulchowki HillViewpoints
Ridge walk with panoramic valley views; day trip from city
- NagarkotViewpoints
Hill station 30km east; famous for sunrise over Himalayas
- Bhaktapur Durbar SquareHistoric
Ancient Newari city 20km east; preserved medieval architecture
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