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This is the tallest of four towers (or "durbars") built by King Prithvi Narayan Shah in honor of Kathmandu Valley.

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Kiran S

45 contributions

old and classic

Sept 2019

The architecture of basantapur is very historic and finely crafted. The place has old woody fragrance and can see lots of pigeons and monkey. The tea of different species and herbs are really fashion. Its not clean all the time and doesn't require any tickets.

Written 22 March 2020

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Saima N

Mumbai, India51 contributions

Annoying guides

Mar 2015 • Solo

My trip to Basanthpur was fun because I was following my Lonely Planet guide. But the guides there are agressive, rude, and persistent. One kept following me around till i had to warn him, that if he didnt back off I will complain to the police!

Written 9 April 2015

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anupam b

Kolkata (Calcutta), India1,167 contributions

Nice structure

This is one of heritage site of Nepal in darbar square. The structure and architecture is really very nice.very close to Thamel and within walking distance. One of the main tourist attractions in Nepal.

Written 3 April 2015

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MedievalTours

Kathmandu, Nepal5 contributions

nice

Nov 2011 • Friends

need some cleaniness is need. Proper lighting system is also needed but place is very nice one should visit there when you are in kathmandu because from where you can see old kathmandu local life styale

Written 2 December 2011

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Aurora S

Ipswich, UK122 contributions

Couples holiday in Kathmandu

Dec 2019

Again this was part of of our tour, and is a must see historically.. Architecturally is fascinating too ..

Written 15 January 2020

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jonotee

Singapore, Singapore38 contributions

Just another overrated square

Jun 2014 • Solo

I mean it's nice, but its too touristy with many touts around trying to get you to pay an obnoxious entrance fee which you can easily avoid by walking round the local streets to get in at the back. I would say the local streets were more interesting.

Written 4 March 2015

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Mathieu S

Medlow Bath, Australia117 contributions

A site to visit whilst on Durbar

May 2014 • Solo

This is a place well worth visiting whilst you are going through Durbar Square. I would even advise to start with this site, as te top gives yo ua magnificient view of Durbar Sqaure as a whole

Written 6 October 2014

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Ravsb

Houston, TX42 contributions

Bhaktapur

The square as you walk in is huge and breathtaking. The various points of interest around the area are fun and interesting to explore. We especially enjoyed the pottery square where you see local artists making pottery. There are also a couple of thankha painting schools which are great to visit. We visited during the Teej festival and there were women in beautiful red sarees dancing around the area. The shopping was fun too, with better quality and better prices (after bargaining down)

Written 28 August 2014

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nepalwatcher

Kathmandu153 contributions

Great view of the tower from Freak street

Dec 2011 • Solo

Hike a minute down old Jochen for a great view of the tower. Close-up, marvel at the magnificent wood-carved doors, windows and balconies.

Written 10 December 2011

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s h

Tennessee31 contributions

Ancient Carvings

Nov 2010 • Family

I don't know if you can go into this tower or not, but I was amazed anyway because of all the hand carved wood work around the outside.

Written 24 October 2011

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