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BHAKTAPUR |
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Bhaktapur
(1401m) covers an area of 4 sq. miles, which lies about
14 kms east of Kathmandu. Bhaktapur or locally known as
City of Devotees still retains a medieval charm and
visitors to this ancient town are treated to myriad
wonders of cultural and artistic achievements. The past
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reflected at the
Durbar Square. Pottery and weaving are its traditional
industries. Bhaktapur is famous for woodcarving and the
Bhadgaolen topi or cap (old name of Bhaktapur was Bhadgaon).
Bhaktapur can reached by public transport or by taxi from
Kathmandu.
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 CHANGU NARAYAN
Changu Narayan is situated at the end of a long ridge,
which runs well into the valley, it is said to have been
built by King Hari Dutta in 323 AD and said to be the
oldest temple in the valley. It was listed in the UNESCO
World Heritage Monument List in 1979.
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