Patan Durbar Square is the UNESCO listed World Heritage site of Nepal that has the vista of different styling Architectural Monuments, temples, idols, culture and tradition. Being the city enriched with the history, cultural activities, tradition, and Architectural design that perpetuate the city as the tourist destination near Capital.
People still name the place as Lalitpur in Sanskrit and Yala in Newari. Being at the center of Lalitpur, Patan Durbar Square is the center of attraction that provokes domestic as well as international tourist to delve into. Patan holds the finest collection of temples, palaces, and architectures in the whole of Nepal. Patan is the suburb city of Kathmandu separated by the Murky Bagmati River.
The marvel of Newar Architecture Durbar Square grips amalgam ancient and the modern statue that reflects the history and the keep pride of our ancestors. So, if you are hovering around Kathmandu, you shouldn’t miss out to explore the Patan Durbar Square.
Top Sights in Patan Lalitpur
Golden Temple (Kwa Bahal)It’s a Buddhist Temple situated just north of Patan Durbar Square. Since 1409, the temple maintains its form. Since most of the frontage of the temple is gilded with metal plates so, the temple is named as Golden Temple. Read More… |
Patan MuseumPatan Museum houses the old traditional crafts, pictures and different religious art in Asia. The museum surrounded by the section of Royal Palace and former residence of the Malla Kings, Patan Museum preserve the national treasure and symbolizes the architecture of the valley. Read More… |
Patan Durbar SquarePatan Durbar Square is the stunning ancient royal palace built in Newari Architecture. The environment reflects the old traditional Newari crafts and art designed in the corner of the building. Different parts of the square are affected by 2015 earthquake and maintenance is still going on. Read More… |
Sundari ChowkJust south of the Mul Chowk, you will find the renovated water tank built with 72 carved stone plaques depicting Tantric deities also, you will find the three magnificent statues of Hanuman, Ganesh, and Vishnu as Narsingha in the gateway to Sundari Chowk. |
Mul ChowkIt is the central courtyard and an old chowk of Royal Palace among the three main chowks. And at the center you will find Bidyapith Temple, at the south side you will find the Taleju Bhawani Temple and at the northeastern corner, you will find the Degutalle Temple. |
Krishna MandirIt’s a Hindu Temple in Patan that is designed and a built-in local variety of Shikhara style called Granthakuta. On the occasion of Krishnastami, the temple is crowded with numbers of Hindu Pilgrims and devotees. |
Golden GateThe gateway to the Museum has golden Torana that shows Shiva, Parvati, Ganesh, and Kumar. |
Royal PalaceAnother sight to explore in Patan is the Royal Palace that is built in the 14th century. |
Bhimsen TempleThe golden windows that are interconnected are the renowned fact about the Bhimsen Temple. Bhimsen is the brave man and in Newari culture, he is worshipped as the god of trade and business. |
Vishwanath TempleThe temple built-in 1627, Vishwanath Temple is the temple of God Shiva built during the reign of Siddhi Narsingh Malla. |
Taleju Bhawani TempleTaleju Bhawani is treated as the personal deity of the Malla kings. |
Best Time to visit Patan Lalitpur
Being the tourist destination to explore more about the history and culture of Nepalese rather than capturing the scenic moments, so you can get your time in any days to explore the Patan and its surrounding.
How to Reach Patan
There are different ways to reach Patan. If you just landed on the Tribhuvan International Airport or Busparks of Nepal, then you will find the taxi that directs the route to Patan via the shortest route. Also, the public Van and Buses are available to reach Patan. The cheapest means to travel is getting on to the bus that directs you to your destination.
