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A historic temple complex with intricate architecture and a clear blue sky.
A historical temple complex with intricate architecture, including a prominent bell tower and a statue of a deity.
A mountainous landscape with a temple complex featuring tiered roofs and spires.
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A historic square with traditional architecture, including tiered roofs and ornate buildings.

Things to do

Everest Scenic

Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff

￥15,995
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff
Spiritual Nepal Tour From Kathmandu

Kathmandu Small Group Spiritual Nepal Tour

￥9,437
per adult
Kathmandu Small Group Spiritual Nepal Tour
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

￥5,598
per adult
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group
Kathmandu to Sharing Jeep Transfer to Salleri.

Kathmandu to Sharing Jeep Transfer to Salleri.

￥4,723
per adult
Kathmandu to Sharing Jeep Transfer to Salleri.
Kathmandu Rickshaw Night Explorer Tour

Kathmandu by Night: Small-Group Rickshaw Ride & Hidden Gems

￥7,838
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kathmandu by Night: Small-Group Rickshaw Ride & Hidden Gems
Kathmandu: Bus Ticket to Pokhara

Kathmandu: Bus Ticket to Pokhara (VIP Luxury Sofa Seater)

￥2,414
per adult
Kathmandu: Bus Ticket to Pokhara (VIP Luxury Sofa Seater)
Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group

Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group

￥7,198
per adult
Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group
Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

￥13,645
per adult
Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers
Temple in Patan.

UNESCO Seven World Heritage Tour in Kathmandu

￥14,396
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
UNESCO Seven World Heritage Tour in Kathmandu
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Bagmati must see attractions

1. Pashupatinath Temple

One of Nepal’s most sacred Hindu shrines is a fascinating temple complex known for its beautiful pagoda architecture, monuments and shrines.
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2. Boudhanath

Join devotees on their ritual walk around one of the biggest stupas in the world, spinning prayer wheels as you go.
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3. Kathmandu Durbar Square

The lively historic center of Kathmandu is a place to discover ancient architecture, statues of deities and some of Nepal’s holiest religious sites.
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A traditional temple complex with tiered roofs and intricate carvings.

4. Patan Durbar Square

One of the most enchanting collections of religious monuments in Nepal is a beautiful square filled with palaces, temples, shrines and sculptures.
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A multi-tiered temple with intricate carvings and a clear blue sky in the background.

5. Swayambhunath

The Monkey Temple is a spectacular Buddhist shrine that is home to gilded statues, prayer wheels, mani stones and dozens of mischievous monkeys.
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What to do in Bagmati

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Pashupatinath Temple

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Where to stay in Bagmati

Find the best Bagmati areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Thamel

Unique features of Thamel include the shopping and cafes. Make a stop by Garden of Dreams or Asan Bazaar while you're exploring the area.

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Boudhha

Gardens and spas are notable features of Boudhha. You might consider a stop by Boudhanath while you're exploring the neighborhood.

A white minaret with a balcony, surrounded by a densely packed urban area with various buildings and a mountain range in the background.

Sundhara

If you're spending some time in Sundhara, Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara) and Kathmandu Civil Mall are top sights worth seeing.

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Lazimpat

Gardens, restaurants, and historic sites are some highlights of Lazimpat. You might stop by Narayanhity Palace Museum or Durbar Marg while you're in the area.

Sinamangal

While there might not be top attractions in Sinamangal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Royal Nepal Golf Course and Pashupatinath Temple.

Popular day trips from Bagmati

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Kathmandu

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Ramechhap

A historic temple complex with intricate architecture and a clear blue sky.

Bhaktapur

A traditional multi-tiered building with intricate carvings and a bell tower.

Lalitpur

A temple with intricate carvings, a central pathway, and a well-maintained garden.

Sauraha

A winding road through terraced fields, with buildings and trees in the background.

Nagarkot

A large fortress-like structure on a hill with a clear blue sky and scattered clouds.

Shigatse

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Dhulikhel