Nepal

A trekkers' paradise, Nepal combines Himalayan views, golden temples, charming hill villages and jungle wildlife watching to offer one of the world's great travel destinations.

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Boudhanath Stupa

Nepal

The first stupa at Boudhanath was built sometime after AD 600, when the Tibetan king, Songtsen Gampo, converted to Buddhism. In terms of grace and purity…
Maya Devi Temple

Lumbini

The spiritual heart of Lumbini, Maya Devi Temple marks the spot where Queen Maya Devi gave birth to Siddhartha Gautama in around 563BC. In the adjoining…
Swayambhunath Stupa

Swayambhunath

The Swayambhunath Stupa is one of the crowning glories of Kathmandu Valley architecture. This perfectly proportioned monument rises through a whitewashed…
World Peace Pagoda

Lumbini

Located outside the main compound, but easily accessible by bike, the impressive gleaming-white World Peace Pagoda, one of the world's greatest stupas,…
Cambodian Monastery

Lumbini

With strong touches of Angkor Wat, this colourful fantasy due for completion in 2018 is already one of the most fascinating temples in Lumbini. The temple…
Royal Thai Buddhist Monastery

Lumbini

Close to the north end of the pond, this stunning and imposing wat (Thai-style monastery) is built from gleaming white marble. The blue-roofed meditation…
Zhong Hua Chinese Buddhist Monastery

Lumbini

This elegant monastery is one of the most impressive structures at Lumbini. Reached through a gateway flanked by dogs of Fo, the elegant pagoda-style…
Hanuman Dhoka

Kathmandu

Kathmandu's royal palace, known as the Hanuman Dhoka, was originally founded during the Licchavi period (4th to 8th centuries AD), but the compound was…

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Durbar Square (Patan)

Patan

The ancient royal palace of Patan faces on to magnificent Durbar Sq. This concentrated mass of temples is perhaps the most visually stunning display of…
Phewa Tal

Pokhara

Phewa Tal is the travellers’ focal point in Pokhara, and is the second largest lake in Nepal. In contrast to the gaudy tourist development of Lakeside,…
Patan Museum

Patan

Formerly the residence of the Malla kings, the section of the Royal Palace surrounding Keshav Narayan Chowk now houses one of the finest collections of…
Manakamana Temple

Kathmandu to Pokhara

A tiered pagoda basking in Himalayan views, the mountaintop Manakamana Temple dates back to the 17th century, but was heavily damaged by the 2015…

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Best Things to Do

The Himalaya is Nepal’s main attraction, it’s true. Yet there are range of other unforgettable experiences to take in in this mountain country, too.

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Transportation

Exploring Nepal is tempting - but not always easy. Here’s all you need to know about buses, private cars, flights and more within the Himalayan country.

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Visa Requirements

Nepal is famed for its world-class trekking, historic cities and abundant wildlife, and with visas available on arrival, it's easy to visit. Here's how.

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Money and Costs

Nepal is not expensive, and there’s plenty of value to be had for visitors that follow these budget tips, along with a guide to daily costs.

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Best Road Trips

Nepal is famous for its trekking trails, but the roads offer plenty of adventures at less dizzying altitudes. Here's a guide to Nepal's best road trips.

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