Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Bhaktapur City
Bhaktapur is a home of medieval art and architecture. Shaped like a conch shell, Bhaktapur means the 'city of devotees' Pottery and weaving are it's traditional industries. The City is about 19 Km. from Kathmandu. The major sightseeing places in Bhaktapur are:
The main square of the city contains innumerable temples and other architectural showpiece like: the lion Gate, a statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, a picture Gallery, the Golden Gate, the Palace of 55 windows, the Batsala temple, the bell of barking dogs and a replica of Pashupati Nath Temple. The Lion Gate, which was built during the reign of King Bhupatindra Malla, is adorned with stone figures of Hanuman, Bhairab and Narshing Narayan. A statue of the Malla King in the act of worship is placed on a column facing the palace. Of the many statues available in Nepal, this is considered to be the most significant.
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The main square of the city contains innumerable temples and other architectural showpiece like: the lion Gate, a statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, a picture Gallery, the Golden Gate, the Palace of 55 windows, the Batsala temple, the bell of barking dogs and a replica of Pashupati Nath Temple.