15 articles to prepare your trip
Founded in 1056 by Dromtönpa northeast of Lhasa, Reting Monastery preserves a rich history spanning the lineage of Atisha, the Gelugpa school, and the turbulent events of the 20th century.
Pashupatinath
Nepal's premier Hindu sanctuary, Pashupatinath rises with its golden pagoda above the Bagmati River, 5 km from Kathmandu. UNESCO-listed since 1979.
At 2,128 metres elevation, Nagarjun Hill overlooks Kathmandu and forms part of Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park, rich in wildlife, trails and Buddhist sites.
Katmandou Durbar Square
The former royal heart of Kathmandu, Durbar Square brings together Malla palaces, Newar temples and the residence of the Kumari, UNESCO-listed since 1979.
Sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Kali, perched at 3,780 m in Dolakha district, at the end of a 7-8 hour trek from Charikot.
Bungamati
A Newar village 6 km from Patan, Bungamati preserves its woodcraft traditions, temples, and pedestrian streets amid terraced rice paddies.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Four monumental squares, a palace with 55 windows and Nepal's tallest temple: complete guide to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO-listed Malla jewel.
Perched at 3867 m on the route to Everest Base Camp, Tengboche is home to the largest gompa in Khumbu and offers a mythical view of Ama Dablam.
Sankhu
An hour from Kathmandu, Sankhu retains its medieval character: Newar alleyways, ritual gateways, and the Bajrayogini Temple—far from the crowds.
Patan
A former Newar royal capital, Patan concentrates temples, monasteries and artisan workshops 6 km from Kathmandu. The complete guide to the City of Beauty.
Lhasa
Spiritual capital of Tibet at 3,650m, Lhasa unveils the Potala, Jokhang and Barkhor. Our complete guide to planning your journey from Nepal.
Katmandou
Seven UNESCO sites, three royal cities, thousand-year-old temples and intense street life: everything you need to know to visit Kathmandu, capital of Nepal.
Khumjung
Perched at 3,800 m above Namche Bazaar, Khumjung is a preserved sherpa village and an ideal acclimatization stop on the road to Everest.
Gorkha
Birthplace of modern Nepal and gateway to Manaslu, Gorkha blends Gurkha history, Himalayan vistas and authentic mountain villages.
Bandipur
Perched at 1,030 m between Kathmandu and Pokhara, Bandipur is a preserved Newar village without cars, offering breathtaking Himalayan panoramas.
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