It is an enchanting row of palace buildings, artistic courtyards & graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage site, the former royal palace complex is the center of Patan’s religious & social life, & houses a museum containing an array of bronze statue & religious objects. One remarkable monument here is 17th century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna, built entirely of stone.

It is also known as the Golden Temple, a Bhuddhist temple dates

back to 12th century. This building is embellished with exceptionally fine wood carvings & repose work. Artistic images are scattered around the courtyard & devotees can be seen offering worship at many shrines here.

This Buddhist monument is an excellent example of terracotta art form which points to the skill of Patan’s ancient craftsmen with a variety of building styles.The 16th century monument is built in Shikhar style which is unusual in a city of pagoda roofs. This is the monument also known as “The Temple of 9000 Buddhas”.

It was set up in 1960 under the initatiative of the International Red Cross & the Swiss Development Corporation, in co-operation with the  Government of Nepal. It is aimed to help the Tibetans . For those looking to bring home fine Tibetan carpets. This is the best place to shop.