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KATHMANDU ( Capital)
Kathmandu Durbar Square
The Square teems with life as vendor?s children tourists and other crowed around the temple of the Living Goddess Kumar Goddess Taleju and the Kastamandap Resthouse.
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The Hanuman Dhoka
The Hanuman Dhoka complex was said to have been founded late in the rule of the Licchavi dynasty but it was during the Malla era that much of the construction took place.
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The Kumari
The Kumari is selected from the most beautiful and physically faultless young Newar girls, usually from four to six years old.
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Gaddi Baithak
Gaddi Baithak stands out very conspicuously, or rather, incongruously, in the same square with its neoclassical European architecture. Built in the early years of the 20th century during the Rana period, its balcony overlooking the square is from where the king witnesses the pageantry of the Indra Jatra festival.
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The Big Bell
The Big Bell was erected by the son of Prithivi Narayan Shah, Rana Bahadur in 1797. The ringing of this bell is said to drive away evil spirits, and is rung on occasions when ceremonies are held at the Degu Taleju Temple.
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Kasthamandap
Located near the temple of Kumari , it is said to have been built by King Laxmi Narsingha Malla in the beginning of the sixteenth century. It is said to be constructed from the wood of a single tree. The city of Kathmandu derives its name from this temple.
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Thamel
Thamel is the tourist center of Kathmandu and said to be one of the finest concentrations of tourist facilities and amenities in the whole of Asia . It is a maze of streets lined with hotels, restaurants, and book, curio and music shops. It is also a melting pot of international cuisines.
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Boudanath Temple
Boudhanath is a colossal stupa north east of Pashupatinath and lies a further two 2 kilometers by road. The origin of this stupa is rather obscure. A legend says that a woman named Kangma was banished from heaven by Indra for stealing flowers and was reborn on earth as a swineherd?s daughter. Rearing and selling geese, Kangma accumulated a considerable amount of wealth. One day, she went to request the king for a plot of land to build a temple dedicated to the Buddha Amitabha. She asked that she be given land the size which a buffalo?s hide would cover. The king agreed to what he thought was a harmless request, but Kangma very shrewdly cut the hide making it into one very long strip of leather. Stretching it out to form a very large circle, she asked for and was given this huge plot where Boudhanath stands today.
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Swayambhunath Temple
Swayambhunath Temple is a best place to observe religious harmony between Nepalese Buddhists and Hindus. The stupa is one of the most ancient in this part of the world and its worshippers come from diverse ethical backgrounds. Situated on the top of a hill. It provides an excellent view of the Katmandu Valley. Huge prayer wheels and fine Buddhist paintings are displayed in the monasteries as well as the largest Buddha statue in the country. Special butter lamps can be ilt after monetary gifts are offered to the images.
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Pashupatinath Temple
The holiest Hindu pilgrimage place in Nepal pashupati has received the attention of worshippers for at least fifteen hundred years. Dedicated to shiva the lord of Destruction the temple is situated on the banks of the Bagmati river. A circuit of the Pashupati area takes visitors past a sixth century statue of the Buddha an eighth century statue of Brahma the Creator freshly painted skeletal images guarding temple gates, and other magnificent temples dedicates to various deities in the complex.
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Kirtipur
Kirtipur, a sleepy and ancient Newari town is located on the top pf a small hillock. A bastion of genuine Newari traditions this old fortress is famous for the bravery they displayed in the wars with Conqueror Prithivi Narayan Shah. A visit to kirtipur is cultural rewarding as well.
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Chobhar
Chobhar - on the way down, stop at Chobhar gorge. It is the place where Manjushree cut a slash to empty the lake that was once the Kathmandu Valley . To the south is Taudaha Lake that Manjushree created as a home for the serpents who lost their home when the lake was drained.
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Dakshinkali Temple
The temple of Dakshinkali is situated about two kilometers south of Shekha Narayan. Dakshinkali is regarded as one of most important Hindu goddesses. Pilgrims visit this temple to offer their prayer and animal sacrifices to the goddess. Besides, this place has been developed as a popular picnic spot also. The Hindu temple of Dakshinkali is a very popular place of worship. Located 22 km from the city on the southern rim of the Valley past Pharping village, the shrine is especially crowded on Tuesdays and Saturdays when animal sacrifices are offered.
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Budhanilkantha
Budhanilkantha lies 9 km from downtown Kathmandu at the foothills of Shivapuri towards the northern end of the valley. The image of the Hindu god Bishnu rests reclining on the coils of an 11-headed serpent in the middle of a pond. The image dates from the Lichchhavi period and draws large numbers of pilgrims and devotees on Balachaturdashi in November.
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BHAKTAPUR
Durbar Square (World Heritage Site). This former royal palace complex offers the elegant 15th-century Palace of 55 Windows, artistic courtyards, the Golden Gate, a masterpiece in repousse art, and an entrancing medley of pagoda temples scattered all over. Taumadhi Square lies to the east of Durbar Square reached by a brick-paved lane. The five-roofed Nyatapol temple (built in 1702) here soars gracefully into the sky from atop a five-level plinth. The stairway leading up to the temple is flanked with stone figures of deities and mythical beasts. Tachapal Square or Dattatreya, at the hub of a maze of streets lined with richly ornamented houses, presents an entrancing ambiance. The heart of uptown, it is the original center of Bhaktapur. The Peacock Window is set into the wall of a Hindu monastery here known as Math. Potters' Square. A two-minute walk to the south of Durbar Square brings you to Bolachhen, also known as Potters' Square. Here you can watch potters molding wet clay into different kinds of earthenware. It has a display of fresh pottery left out to dry in the open.
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Changunarayan Temple
A couple of hours drive from kathmandu takes you to the hilltop temple of changu Narayan. The temple built around the third century was made in honour of lord Vishnu the preserver some of the best samples of stone wood and metal craft in the valley are found in the temple compound devas and griffins stare from the walls and steps.
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PATAN
Patan Durbar Square
The streets in this region are homes to metal sculptures of the present day and some of the best pieces of sculpture are in the Golden Temple. This place is a monastery with wall painting fourteenth century statues and ancient scriptures also to see are the Krishna Mandir, Bhimsen Temple the Mahaboudha Temple in terra cotta and oku bahal.
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Tibetan Handicraft Center
Built in the seventeenth century by King Siddhi Narasing Malla, the temple of Lord Krishna holds a commanding position in the palace complex of Patan. It is supposed to be the first specimen of Shikhara style architecture in Nepal . It is the only temple in Nepal having 21 shrines and is completely made of stone. Most of the important scenes from the ancient Hindu epics-the Ramayana and the Mahabharata,have been engraved on its friezes.
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Patan Museum
Patan Museum at Patan Durbar Square specializes in bronze statues and ritual objects, some going back to the 11th century. Most of the statues are of Buddha, Bishnu, Lokeswar and Devi, covering both the Hindu and the Buddhist iconology. Open daily, except holidays, from 10:30 am to 5:00 pm.
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Bungmati
Bungmati- medieval village of Patan, still people live with their cattle. Place waiting for declaration of World Heritage Site because of traditional Newari life style. Visit the temple of Bunga Dyo, the god of harvest and the protector of kathmadu valley with beautiful wide ancient court yard.
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Khokana
Khokana, another medieval Buddhist village of Patan, waiting for World Heritage Site declaration. Famous for mustard oil and medieval life stile, visit the temple of Kali, situated in the main court yard of the village. Getting women on cotton spin in their medieval spinning tools�for carpets and pull over.
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HILL STATION NEAR KATHMANDU
Nagarkot
Nagarkot is situated 32 krns east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2175 m above sea level. Nagarkot is a popular tourist resort of Nepal. The panorama of the major peaks of eastern Nepal Himalayas including Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest), can be seen from here (If weather permits). The Himalayan peaks Like Manaslu (8463 in). Ganesh Hinial (7111 in), Langtang(7246 in), Choba Bhanre(60l6 in), Gaurishanker (7134 m) and number (6957 in), are also clearly seen from Nagarkot). Overnight at Hotel in Nagarkot.
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Daman
It is situated 80 kilometers south-west of Kathmandu , midway to Hetauda at an altitude of 2322m. Daman is located on the Tribhuvan Highway in between Kathmandu and the town of Birgunj. For the view of the breathtaking grandeur of the world's highest peaks extending in one glittering are from far-west of Dhaulagiri to far-east of Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) there is no better place than Daman. There is a view tower fitted with long range telescopes. Daman is three hours by car.
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Dhulukhel
A fascinating old Newar town at the foot of a nearby hill, some 32 kms east of Kathmandu. Many of the houses in the old part of the town suffered serious damage in an earthquake in 1934. For the most part they haven't been repaired and they're still lived in as damaged. Dhulikhel is rightly famous as a mountain viewpoint and for excellent day walks. At 1450 metres above sea level, it is a little cooler than Kathmandu but not as cold as Nagarkot. The Narayan and Harisiddhi temples in the old part of town are both beautifully adorned with intricate wood carvings. Because the tracks linking Dhulikhel with other towns are not paved but still well defined, this town would be an excellent place to spend a few days mountain cycling.
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Namobuddha Stupa
Is among the most photogenic in the country. A mountain biking trip is ideal as the road leading to it has been excitingly furrowed by huge tractors. Take the Arniko highway and go through Dhulikhel on the way up, but return through the town of Panauti.
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Panauti
It is a thriving village of the road to Dhulikhel, with some very lovely temples and interesting old houses, particularly beautiful area some fourteenth century wooden temple struts. The drive is through beautiful countryside. Panauti is the Ancient Newari township, rich in historical , religious and architectural significance lies a pleasant one hour�s drive away, just 35 Kilometers south-east of Kathmandu. Established more than 14 centuries ago. Panauti is still one of the few genuine Newari villages that has withstood the ravages of time and the onslaught of modernization. Some effects of the modernization process is unfortunately quite in evidence. But what effect time and nature have had on the many religious sculptures and historical artifacts has been negated by the ongoing restoration and renovation works situated along the Arniko Highway, in close proximity to the more popular tourist spots such as Dhulikhel., Namo Baudha, Palanchok Bhagawati , Phulchoki and others Panauti is mentioned in only a few travel brochures as an en-rout station on the itinerary of hikers and trekkers.
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OUT SIDE KATHMANDU VALLEY : .MANAKAMANA.
The temple of Manakamana lies atop a 1,302-m hill. The deity is one of the manifestations of the Hindu Goddess Bhagawati who is believed to have the power to full fill wishes. It is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in Nepal .

Manakamana is situated 125 km to the west of Kathmandu . It is a steep three-hour hike to the hilltop from Abu Khaireni on the Kathmandu-Gorkha Highway. Or you can take the cable car at Cheres, 104 km from Kathmandu on the highway to Pokhara. Package tours are available, and you can be back the same day. There are hotels at Manakamana if you want to stay the night.
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GORKHA
T he legendary Kingdom of Gorkha army. The ancestral home of the Shah dynasty which rules Nepal today. It is from here that King Prithibi Narayan Shah started his conquest of the country's various tiny kingdoms and unified them into a single nation, Nepal. Gorkha bazaar, the palace dominates the surroundings and is visible from all around the area. Gorkha, situated at 140km west of Kathmandu at an altitude of 1,135 meter, is the ancestral hometown of the Nepal's ruling royal family. Gorkha is only 18 km up a paved road of the Pokhara-Kathmandu Highway. A brief visit on the way to or from Pokhara would provide more insights into Nepal than one is likely to get at lakeside in Pokhara.

Gorkha's small town is perhaps the most important historical town of Nepal . From its hilltop fortess, King Prithvi Narayan Shah, the ninth generation paternal ancestor of the present King, launched his lifelong attempt to unify the independent states of Nepal , a wildly ambitious project which succeeded due to his brilliance, and the effectiveness of his locally recruited troops. The British term "Gurkha" evolved from the name Gorkha, referring to the famed fighting soldiers of the region. Gorkha's centerpiece is the magnificent Gorkha Durbar with a fort, a palace and a temple with excellent views of the surrounding valleys, and the Mansalu range.
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Gorkha Bazaar
Gorkha Bazaar is primarily a cobbled street market place where by people from neighboring hill dwellings come to trade. There are a few temples near about, but not much. Yet, it is worth a visit as it provides a very good vista of the quiet charm that soaks a typical hill village of Nepal .
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Gorkha Durbar
Gorkha Durbar is the main attraction of Gorkha, an hour steep walk up a hill from the bazaar area. It used to be the dwelling of King Prithvi Narayan and his ancestors. The Durbar itself is a humble, yet quite impressive, complex of a temple, fort, and a palace built in the Newar style of Kathmandu . The view of the Himalayan range and the deep valleys from up there is quite breathtaking.
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Gorakhnath Cave
Gorakhnath Cave, ten meters below the palace's southern side, is the sacred cave temple of Gorkhanath . The cave is is carved out of the solid rock and is among the most important religious sites for mainstream Brahmins and Chhetris of Nepal
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POKHARA ( WEST OF KTM 200 KM )
Pokhara is famous for a clean water lakes, seti rivers with subline natural beauty and Himalayan views. It is the gateway to Nepal �s West. Many of nepals most diverse and interesting treks and rafting experiences are on the doorstep of pokhara. From here Annapurna Mustang, Manaslu, Chitwan, Dolpa, Jumla, Humla the holy mountains of mt Kailash, lumbini, Tansen, and Gorkha are all within easy reach. Pokhara is the placed to relax in Nepal . The famous places of pokhara are phewa Tal, Rupa Tal, Begnas tal, Patale Chhango, Davids falls, Mahendra Cave, Seti River, Ram ghat, Bindhyabasini Temple, Buddhist Monastery Mahendra Pul The ACAP Natural History Museum, Lumle, chandrakhot, Kaskikhot, Dampus, Sarankot, Tulakot, Kahun Danda and world peace Pagada. Most of the tourist visit pokhara every year. It is busy tourist area. Oct � March is a best time to visit here.
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Mountain views
Clearly the most stunning of Pokhara's sights is the spectacular panorama of the Annapurna range which forms its backdrop. The Annapurna massif includes Annapurna I to IV and Annapur-na South. Although the highest among them is Annapurna I (8,091 m), it is Machhapuchhre (6,977 m) which dominates all others in this area.
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Phewa Lake
Phewa Lake , the second largest lake in the Kingdom roughly measuring 1.5 by 4 km, is the center of all attractions in Pokhara. It is the largest and most enchanting of the three lakes that add to the resplendence of the resort town. The eastern shore, popularly known as Lakeside or Baidam, is the favorite home base for travellers and is where most of the hotels, restaurants and handicraft shops are located.
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Begnas Lake and Rupa Lake
Begnas Lake and Rupa Lake are located about 15 km from Pokhara at the end of a road that turns north from the highway to Kathmandu. Divided by a forested hillock called Panchabhaiya Danda, the lakes offer the perfect nature retreat because of their relative seclusion. Splendid boating and fishing opportunities can be had here.
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Barahi Temple
Built on an island in Phewa Lake, this two-storied pagoda is dedicated to the boar manifestation of Ajima, the protectress deity representing the female force. Devotees can be seen, especially on Saturdays, carrying animals across the lake to be sacrificed to the deity.
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World Peace Stupa
World Peace Stupa, a massive Buddhist stupa, is situated on top of a hill on the southern shore of Phewa Lake. Besides being an impressive sight in itself, the shrine is a great vantage point which offers superb views of the Annapurna Himal range and Pokhara city.
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Seti Gandaki
Flowing right through the city, the boisterous river runs completely underground at places. Amazingly, at certain points the river appears hardly two meters wide. But its depth is quite beyond imagination - over 20 meters! Mahendra Pul, a small bridge near the old Mission Hospital, provides a perfect view of the river's dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by its powerful flow.
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Seti Gorge and the Green Canyon
The View Point of The Fulbari Resort offers an unrivaled panorama of the Annapurna range with Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, Anna-purna IV, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna III, Annapurna I and Annapurna South extending from right to left. A splendid vista of the Seti Gorge, a deep and narrow gorge cut by the Seti river, and the Green Canyon spreads out below.
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Devi's Fall
Locally known as Patale Chhango, Devi's Fall (also known as Devil's, Devin's or David's) is an awesome waterfall lying about 2 km south-west of Pokhara airport on the highway to Tansen. Legend has it that a trekker (Devin, David...) was washed away by the Pardi Khola and disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall.
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Gupteswar Gupha
Gupteswar Gupha is a sacred cave located near Devi's Fall. The cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-size rooms and some passages. This cave holds special value for Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered. An entrance fee of Rs. 90 is charged, and taking pictures inside the cave is prohibited.
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Mahendra Gupha
Another of nature's wonders in Pokhara is the Mahendra Gupha. This large limestone cave is locally known as the House of Bats, an apt name for it. A two-hour walk to the north of Pokhara, it is best to bring your own torch to see the stalactites and stalagmites, as well as the local winged residents.
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The Old Bazaar
Pokhara's traditional bazaar is colorful and so are its ethnically diverse traders. In its temples and monuments can be seen ties to the Newar architecture of the Kathmandu Valley. Located about 4 km from Lakeside , the market's original charm is alive and well.
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Bindhyabasini Temple
Bindhyabasini Temple is the center of religious activity in the old bazaar. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagawati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park-like grounds offer a fine picnic area, and on Saturdays and Tuesdays when devotees flock there to offer sacrifices, take on a festive local flavor.
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The Tibetan refugee settlement
The Tibetan refugee settlement, Tashi Palkhiel, also known locally as Hemja Camp, is 7 km north of Pokhara on the west bank of the Seti River. Of interest here are the monastery, handicraft center and herbal medicine clinic.
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Boating
Pokhara's diverse natural wonders make it an excellent setting for adventure sports. Sailing or paddle boating on Phewa Lake's emerald expanse is something no visitor to Pokhara would like to miss. Boats and boatmen can be hired or you can row yourself.
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Pony trekking
With a landscape varying from the even lakeside to small hills with the most famous view in the country, Pokhara provides a magnificent opportunity for sight-seeing on horseback. Some hotels keep ponies while others help you hire them.
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Hiking
Hiking destinations around Pokhara include Sarangkot (1,592 m), a former Kaski fort lying atop a hill 5 km west of the old bazaar; Kahundanda (1,520 m), to the north-east of Pokhara, which has a ruined fort on the summit as well as a view tower; and Ghachowk, a typical Gurung village and the site of one of the region's oldest settlements, is a five-hour walk to the north of Pokhara. The ancient fort of Nuwakot, 15 km south of Devi's Fall, is also ideal for savoring the splendors of nature. Naudanda is a five-hour walk and a favorite with those wishing to get away from it all.
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Paragliding
Fly freely amongst the magnificent Himalaya with eagles and griffons to join you as you soar over lakes and villages. Bring your own equipment. Sarangkot is the jumping off point
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Sarangkot
Sarangkot offer the superb panoramic view of the Himalayas . It's a hike to places within the rim of the Pokhara valley.
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International Mountain Museum
International Mountain Museum , located at Rato Pairo, boasts historical documents, records and chronicles on mountaineering. Spread over a total floor area of 4,242 sq. m on a total land area of 12.5 acres, the museum houses three main exhibition halls: Hall of the Great Himalaya, Hall of Fame and the Hall of World Mountains. It also houses a library, a prayer room called Lakhang and an audio-visural room. Other attractions include models of glorious peaks, mannequins of famous mountaineers and the culture and lifestyle of the mountain people. A dream project of Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), it is a place where you witness a confluence of �man, mountain and mountaineering�. Open daily, except Saturdays, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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LUMBINI
The birthplace of lord Buddha is a must visit destination of every Buddhist it is said in the Parinibbana Sutta that Buddha himself identified four places of future pilgrimage: the sites of his birth, enlightenment, first discourse, and death.

Recently several beautiful shrines have been built by devotees from Buddhist countries around the world and the Thai Vihara at Lumbinis really awesome. A visit to Lumbini the birthplace of Buddha is not only for spiritual enlightenment but also for solace and peace of mind that one achieves in such a calm and peaceful environment.
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Sacred Garden
Which is spread over 8 sq.km possesses all the treasures of the historic area. It has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. This is the place where Lord Buddha was born. The site is marked by Ashoka Stone Pillar which has an engraved inscription identifying the spot as the birth place of LORD BUDDHA. On one side of the pillar is the MAYADEVI TEMPLE the temple of the mother of Lord Buddha. Recent excavations have turned up a stone bearing Foot Prints of Lord Buddha.
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The Puskarni Pond
Located south of the Ashokan Pillar is the pond where Queen Mayadevi the mother of Lord Buddha is believed to have taken a bath before giving birth to LORD BUDDHA. Many countries have built TEMPLES , MONASTERIES OR STUPA in Sacred Garden in the international Monastery Zone and there has been global initiative to promote the place Lumbini.
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China Temple
China Temple is a complex of Pagodas, & prayer rooms built by Buddhist Association of China.
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Korean Temple
Contains beautiful images of Lord Buddha.
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Asoka Pillar
The pillar carrying an inscription identifying the holy site as the birthplace, is situated nearby the Sacred Garden . To one side of Ashoka pillar is the Mayadevi Temple . Recent excavations have turned up a stone bearing a "foot imprint", indicating the exact place of birth.
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The Lumbini Museum
It is located in the Cultural Zone, contains Mauryan and Kushana coins, religious manuscripts, terra-cotta fragments, and stone and metal sculptures. It also possesses an extensive collection of stamps from various countries depicting Lumbini and the Buddha.
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Lumbini International Research Institute(LIRI)
It is located opposite to the Lumbini Museum , LIRI provides research facilities for the study of Buddhism and religion in general. Run jointly by the Lumbini Development Trust (LDT) and the Reiyukai of Japan, LIRI contains numerous books on religion, philosophy, art and architecture.
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KAPILVASTU
About twenty-five and some years ago, Kapilvastu was a small republic situated beneath the Churia or Shiwalik range of the foothills of the Himalayas . At the time of the birth of Buddha, Suddhodana the father of Buddha was ruling in Kapilvastu as its chief or king. The first description of Kapilvastu is by the Chinese historian and pilgrim, Fa-hien who visited Lumbini and Kapilvastu in 403. A.D. When he reached the site, the city was marked by desolate ruins and mounds. A few monks and common people lived there. Excavation of Kapilvastu and the surroundings was started from 1899 and Kapilvastu was located in 1901. Proper excavations were conducted in 1967 and onward by the department of archaeology, His Majesty? Government (HMG). At this site the structural remains the palace of the king Suddhodana and several stupas were found. More important details are yet to be revealed after further excavations.

Kapilvastu is an important native place of Buddha where he spent his first 29 years of life. Kapilvastu is associated with several incidents of his life such as: meeting the sick person, meditation of Saint Asit, competition with Shakya youth, shooting of an arrow to cause the spring of water to gush out and so on. When Buddha got enlightenment in Bodhgaya at this place 500 Shakyas and 8 princes adopted Buddhism. At this place he preached his father and Son Rahul also.
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KAPILVASTU MUSEUM
Kapilvastu Museum is situated 27 km west of Lumbini in the village of Tilaurakot . The museum holds coins, pottery and toys dating between the seventh century BC and fourth century AD. The museum also has good collection of jwellery and other ornaments of that period.
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ROYAL CHITAWAN NATIONAL PARK
F or exclusive jungle safari. It is 178 km and takes 3-4 hour. Upon arrival meet by the naturalist and transfer to the resort. The manager will brief the guests about the activities. In the late afternoon, the guests will be taken for a jungle safari on elephant back so that they can penetrate deep into the jungle for viewing and photographing wildlife or a jungle walk is organized to experience the abundant bird life and the flora & founa for the park. If you are lucky, you may see the elusive Royal Bengal tiger both on nature walk as well as on elephant safari. A hearty meal of continental or Nepalese cuisine will be served in the evening around the campfire.

Early morning guests will be mounted on Elephant back and taken for a Jungle foa a 2-3 hours penetrating through dense grassland to view wildlife. This grass commonly known as Elephant grass is dense and grows to a height od 18-20 ft.. It is the favoriote habitat of the rhinoceros and other mammals. After breakfast , the guests are taken to our elephant stables where the senior naturalists will give a talk about the habitates of the elephant. Here one may witness the rare scene of the elephant at bath.Afternoon free to relax. Evening dinner served around the camp fire followed by Tharu stick dance.
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TANSEN

Tansen Bazar
Tansen Bazar the headquarters of palpa district , a fascinating center form historical, cultural, religious, geographical natural and tourists view points, is situated at an altitude of 1,371 meters above the sea level on the lap of picturesque Shreenagar hill. Historically, it has enjoyed a strategic position on the trade and pilgrim rout between the hill and the plains. Unique geographical location , climate, Zigzag and cobbled streets, attractive Newari buildings pagoda style temple shrines and stupas, attractive Durbar hate typical Mahar village fascinating panoramic scenes etc. abundant in Tansen Bazar
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Bhagawati Temple
Bhagawati Temple located at Bhagawati Tole,Tansen-8 neat the Tansen Durbar, it was Built by Uhjir Singh Thapa pagoda style in 1814 A.D. to commemorate the Nepali victory over colonial British-India forces. It is the pilgrimage of Palpalis, it has undergone many physical adjustments. Huge stone statues of lions, eight armed statue of Bhagawati, artistic stony, Shivalya, open premise etc. are the attractions of this temple.
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Amarnarayan Temple
Amarnarayan Temple a classic three tiered pagoda style temple was built by Amar Thapa, the son of Birbhadra Thapa , the then prime minister of king Prithvipal Sen in 1807 A.D. The temple of Lord Mahadev , pond, parks, rest houses, fine wood carvings, erotic figures on the roof struts, beautifully carved doors, natural water spring etc.are the attraction of this temple.
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