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Kathmandu Famous Stupas, Nepal

  Swayambhunath stupa (UNESCO World Heritage Site) of Kathmandu, Nepal:

Swayambhunath Stupa is one of the holiest Buddhist Chaityas in Nepal is resting on a hillock 3 km west of Kathmandu. With numerous shrines and monasteries on its premises, the stupa is the oldest of its kind in Nepal. The stupa is not a man made stupa but is said to have evolved unexpectedly and spontaneously when the valley was created out of a prehistoric lake more than 2,000 years ago.

Stupa Name Location Significance Key Features
Boudhanath Stupa Boudha, Kathmandu One of the largest spherical stupas in the world; UNESCO World Heritage Site Massive mandala, prayer wheels, Tibetan monasteries
Swayambhunath Stupa Swayambhu Hill, Kathmandu Known as the Monkey Temple; ancient religious complex Panoramic view of Kathmandu, monkeys, eyes of Buddha
Kaathe Swayambhu Stupa Thamel, Kathmandu Mini replica of Swayambhunath; built for those who couldn’t reach the hilltop Compact structure, peaceful ambiance, historic design
Charumati Stupa Chabahil, Kathmandu Oldest known stupa in Kathmandu Valley, built by Princess Charumati Brick structure, ancient inscriptions, less crowded
Seto Gumba (White Monastery) Ramakrishna Tole, Nagarjun Municipality Modern Buddhist monastery with stupa; ideal for meditation Colorful murals, white dome, scenic surroundings
Indrayani Stupa Kirtipur, Kathmandu Valley Lesser-known but sacred for Newar Buddhists Quiet environment, traditional Buddhist architecture

  Bouddhanath stupa (UNESCO World Heritage Site) of Kathmandu, Nepal:

As soon as you land at the Tribhuvan International Airport you will see Bauddhanath which is one of the most striking landmarks in Kathmandu and is located 8 km to the east of downtown Kathmandu. Famous as center of Tibetan Buddhism the stupa is the largest stupa in the Kathmandu Valley.

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