Day 9
Kathmandu City Tour(City Durbar Sqaure, Syambhunath)
After breakfast, begin the sightseeing tour to City Durbar Square and Syambhunath. (Kathmandu Durbar Square: This particular area best known as Kathmandu Durbar Square lies in the heart of this city. Locally also called as Hanuman Dhoka Palace Square-an ancient seat of the Nepalese Royalty. The Durbar Square, with its old temples, palaces, epitomizes the religious and cultural life of the people. The major Interesting things to see here are Kumari Ghar (The Living Goddess), Kasthamandap, Taleju temple, Jagannath temple, Kal Bhairav, Statue of King Pratap Malla. Syambhunath Stupa: Founded 2000 years ago, perched atop a hill on the western edge of the Kathmandu Valley, the ancient Swayambunath Stupa (known to tourists as the Monkey Temple) is Kathmanduu2019s most important Buddhist shrine. The sleepy, all-seeing Buddha eyes that stare out from the top have become the quintessential symbol of Nepal.The primary approach to the temple is from the eastern side, where 365 ancient steps lead up the steep forested hillside. The base is about a 20-minute walk from the center of Kathmandu. This staircase is the only route pilgrims would consider and is the most memorable way for any visitor to experience the stupa. However, an alternative is to drive or take a taxi to the west side, where there are only a few steps to climb to the top. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.)
