On the top hill, you will find the old historic, architectural building known as Gorkha Durbar that offers the scenic view of Himalayan peaks of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh, etc., a magnificent view of shining Trishuli valley, and offers you to get around with the old classic equipment used to build this palace.
King Prithvi Narayan Shah built this classic palace in the 16th century and is the former palace of Shahs. In 2015 massive earthquake, the maximum part of Durbar is destroyed and the construction work is going on. Luckily, the main structure survived, and still, there is a way to make, Gorkha as one of the tourist districts of Nepal.
Gorkha Durbar is also regarded as the religious site, so, getting leather shoes and belts are restricted inside the palace.
In the west part of the palace, you will find the fantasy of peacocks, demons, and serpents and is the main entrance of maximum pilgrims. Also, there is Kalika Temple, where only Kings and Priests are allowed to enter into the temple premises.
In the east part of the palace, you will find the former palace of Prithvi Narayan Shah, the Dhuni Pati that is covered with woodcarvings. Near to the palace, there is the mausoleum of Guru Gorakhnath, who is the spiritual guide for the young Prithvi Narayan.
The northern part of the palace is the exit side, where you will see the former Royal Guest House, that has erotic roof struts and window frames built with the crocodile carvings. While leading to the large chautara, you get a chance to see vividly painted Hanuman statue.
How to Get there
To reach Gorkha Durbar, either walk an exhausting stairway of 1500 stone steps or take a regular taxi that charges you around Rs.450
