LALITPUR (PATAN)

This ancient city of Patan is situated on the southern bank of the river Bagmati and is about five kilometers Southeast of Kathmandu. The city is full of Hindu temples and Buddhist monuments exhibiting skilful carvings. Noted for its craftsmen and metal workers, Patan is known as the city of architecture. The major tourist attractions are:

PATAN DURBAR SQUARE
Patan Durbar Square, situated in the heart of the city, the centre constitutes the of visitor's attraction. It is full of ancient as well as medieval palaces, temples and shrines, noted for their exquisite carvings. One can rummage for furniture, paintings, precious gems and jewellery and other memorabilia in the various shops around the square. Adorning Patan are other architectural masterpieces such as: