Kathmandu Valley
Temples, Stupas & Mountain Gateway
Nepal's living-heritage valley of pagoda squares, great stupas, and Himalayan launchpads.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Kathmandu Valley.
Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur.
Great stupas at Boudhanath and Swayambhunath.
The launchpad for every Himalayan trek.
Rich Newari food and craft traditions.
Where Hindu and Buddhist Nepal meet.
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The Kathmandu Valley packs in seven UNESCO sites — pagoda-filled royal squares, giant stupas wreathed in prayer flags, and the buzz of a city that's the gateway to the Himalaya. Start every Nepal trip here.
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Kathmandu Valley
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
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