11 articles to prepare your trip
Swayambhunath
Perched on a hillside west of Kathmandu, Swayambhunath brings together an ancient stūpa, Hindu shrines and sweeping valley views. Complete guide to planning your visit.
Shanti Stupa
Peace pagoda built in 1973 on Ananda Hill in Pokhara, offering panoramic views of the Annapurna range and Phewa Lake.
One of the three great Gelugpa monasteries north of Lhasa, famous for the monks' debate and fresco restoration workshops.
Patan Durbar Square
Newar royal square in Patan, UNESCO World Heritage site: former Malla palace, inner courtyards, museum and temples within a few hundred metres.
Pashupatinath
Nepal's premier Hindu sanctuary, Pashupatinath rises with its golden pagoda above the Bagmati River, 5 km from Kathmandu. UNESCO-listed since 1979.
Kirtipur
An ancient Newari fortress perched southwest of Kathmandu, Kirtipur retains its temples, cobbled streets and a rare village atmosphere in the valley.
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.
Tibet's principal Buddhist temple and the spiritual heart of Lhasa, Jokhang enshrines the revered statue of Jowo Shakyamuni and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Changu Narayan
Perched on a hilltop north of Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan houses Vishnuite sculptures from the 5th to 9th centuries and ranks among Nepal's oldest Hindu temples.
Sankhu
An hour from Kathmandu, Sankhu retains its medieval character: Newar alleyways, ritual gateways, and the Bajrayogini Temple—far from the crowds.
A Buddhist kingdom nestled in the Himalayas, Bhutan cultivates rare tourism and Gross National Happiness. Visas, treks, monasteries: everything you need to prepare your journey.
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