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SIGHT SEEING |
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Nepal is one of the best countries for
sightseeing, with its long history, fascinating
art and distinctive and varied architecture. The
vast diversity of people, their culture,
language and traditions will intrigue anyone.
The two predominant religions, Hinduism and
Buddhism are ever present with the variety of
gods and goddess, numerous temples, stupas and
monasteries, and depict the deep faith of the
people. The panoramic mountain scenery and a
diversity of beautiful landscape will enchant
you and make your visit one of the most romantic
and memorable ones you have ever experienced.
Nepal is the land where Buddha was born -
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Major SIGHT SEEING PLACES IN NEPAL |
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Kathmandu Valley
The legends recount that the Kathmandu
valley was once a great lake and that
Buddhist people believed Manjushiri broached
the valley wall with a magical sword,
draining the water and creating the
Kathmandu valley. For details, please
click here. |
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Patan
Patan is protected by UNESCO world
heritage site. Patan is the second largest
city in the valley. It is some time referred
to as Lalitpur, which means city of
beauty.Patan has long Buddhist history and
the four corners of the city are marked by
stupas. For details, please
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Bhaktapur
The Bhaktapur city is protected as a
UNESCO world Heritage site. Bhaktapur, also
known as Bhadgaon, it means city of the
Devotees. It is the third major town of the
valley and in many ways the most mediaeval.
For details, please
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Around the Valley
Budhanilkantha is a famous Hindu
pilgrimage site. The main statue of Lord
Vishnu is seen reclining on a bed of snake
on a pond. The stone sculpture dates back to
the fifth century. For details,
please
click here. |
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Outside the Valley
The legends recount that the Kathmandu
valley was once a great lake and that
Buddhist people believed Manjushiri broached
the valley wall with a magical sword,
draining the water and creating the
Kathmandu valley. For details, please
click here. |
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