Must Visit Monasteries in Kathmandu
Must Visit Monasteries in Kathmandu
The pagoda style building and the feeling of saneness in heart is the best thing about being at a monastery. The feeling of refreshment and calmness is enough to make anyone want to visit the place again and again. Here are listed some monasteries of Kathmandu that you must visit.
- Boudhanath
BoudhaNath is among the most beautiful monasteries in Kathmandu and it has also been listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery located in Boudha of Kathmandu is popular not only among locals but also among foreigners. The surrounding is very friendly and calm. It is also a very fun place to hand out at.
- Swayambhunath
Swayambhunath, also known as the monkey temple, Swayambhunath is a gem of Kathmandu Valley. Located at a very high altitude, it is not only a place to find inner peace but also to view a gorgeous scenario of the Kathmandu Valley. The rich, delicate and powerful art work of Nepal can be seen at the monastery. Swayambhunath has also been listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Kapan Gumba
Monastery situated at the top of a hill in Kapan is also a very beautiful place to visit. Known as the Kapan Gumba, it occupies a huge space and has some spectacular art works. Even though entering there has been restricted now, people even go there now to see the spectacular sight of Kathmandu.
- White Gumba
White Gumba is only a few kilometers away from Swayambhunath and the monastery is also a place you must visit once. The monastery is beautifully decorated with Buddhist art works and garden with colorful and vibrant flowers. Since it is also located at a very height, you can also view an amazing scene of the Kathmandu Valley.
- Jamacho Gumba
Situated in the jungles of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, Jamacho Gumba is a very beautiful and peaceful monastery to be at. Not many people know about the place but it is among the most beautiful monasteries of Kathmandu. To go to the monastery, you have to go through the jungles of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park.
