Tourism Destination

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Nepal as a tourist destination: According to UNESCO the world heritage sights of Nepal, they have declared seven world heritage sites which is located in Kathmandu valley. Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal. These world heritage sites are all man-made and some of them are 2500 years old. So here are the name and locations of seven world heritage sites. 1. Kathmandu Durbar Square: Kathmandu durbar square lies in the heart of the capital in front of the old royal palace of then Kathmandu kingdom. Here the word durbar means palace as such square remains the traditional heart of the old town. This massive complex is home to palaces, temples, courtyards and most spectacular legacy of traditional architecture. In this square we can also see the oldest building in the valley from 17th century, the unprepossessing Kasthamandap, including kumari temple. Kumari temple is the house of kumari, a human being called as a living goddess. 2. …show more content…

Patan Durbar Square: patan durbar square is situated at the centre of lalitpur city. This is also one of the Square located in kathmandu valley. This is the oldest square among all the three cities of kathamnadu valley. It is best known for its artistic heritage. It is also probably one of the oldest Buddhist cities in the world. The city was founded in 3rd century. The finest hindu and Buddhist monuments are scattered around. Square is full of ancient places, temples and shrines noted for their exquisite carvings. The major attractions of patan durbar square are patan museum, hirnaya varna mahavihar, golden window, mahabouddha temple, golden temple and Krishna

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