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Bhaktapur & Pottery Square - Where Every Corner is a Tale Untold!
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Bhaktapur
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Experience Bhaktapur's ceramic heritage at its finest in Pottery Square. Witness skilled artisans shaping clay into works of art, while rows of drying pots soak up the sun. Feel the vibrancy of this bustling marketplace, where tradition meets craftsmanship in every fired kiln.
Discover Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site brimming with history and culture. Admire the intricate wood carvings, majestic temples, and ornate palaces that grace this ancient plaza. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Newari lifestyle and architecture, as you stroll through this captivating museum of Nepal's regal heritage.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
An English speaking Professional tour guide
Hotel pick up & drop off (Centrally located Hotels)
Entrance fee
Air conditioned vehicle for sightseeing tours
Gratitude (Recommended)
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Bhaktapur & Pottery Square - Where Every Corner is a Tale Untold!
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Bhaktapur
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About
Experience Bhaktapur's ceramic heritage at its finest in Pottery Square. Witness skilled artisans shaping clay into works of art, while rows of drying pots soak up the sun. Feel the vibrancy of this bustling marketplace, where tradition meets craftsmanship in every fired kiln.
Discover Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site brimming with history and culture. Admire the intricate wood carvings, majestic temples, and ornate palaces that grace this ancient plaza. Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Newari lifestyle and architecture, as you stroll through this captivating museum of Nepal's regal heritage.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
An English speaking Professional tour guide
Hotel pick up & drop off (Centrally located Hotels)
Entrance fee
Air conditioned vehicle for sightseeing tours
Gratitude (Recommended)
Itinerary
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Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Bhaktapur, a city steeped in antiquity. Delve into the storied past of Bhaktapur's Durbar Square, originally established in the 12th century.
Unravel the tapestry of Hindu and Buddhist devotion woven throughout Bhaktapur, as you visit UNESCO World Heritage sites dedicated to both faiths. Marvel at the ornate craftsmanship of the Golden Gate, a magnificent entrance adorned with mythical Hindu creatures, guarding the palace of fifty-five windows. Navigate the sprawling expanse of Durbar Square, where the imposing Taleju Temple stands as a testament to ancient reverence, its gates briefly opening to Hindus during the annual Dasain festival. Admire the intricate beauty of the 12 miniature temples and the exquisite craftsmanship of the four intricately carved gates, each bearing witness to Bhaktapur's illustrious past.
2 hours
2
Nyatapola Temple
Take a leisurely stroll through Nyatapola Square, where the majestic five-tiered pagoda-style temple awaits, boasting remarkable architectural splendor at every turn.
30 minutes
3
Pottery Square
Your journey continues to Pottery Square, the vibrant hub of Bhaktapur's renowned ceramic industry. Here, you'll be greeted by rows of clay pots basking in the sunlight, while local shops proudly display their finished wares. Witness artisans diligently at work, firing pots in traditional kilns, as the rich heritage of Bhaktapur's pottery tradition comes to life before your eyes.
30 minutes
4
55 Window Palace
During this 4-hour tour you will also walk through the narrow lanes of old Bhaktapur area and have some free-time to shop for traditional Nepalese handicrafts, paintings, music and thankas (Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton or silk usually depicting a Buddhist deity, scene or mandala). At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel.