Your journey into Nepal's royal history begins at this very spot. This isn't just an entry gate; it's the historic portal to the magnificent Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the vibrant heart of the city's ancient Newari kingdom. As you step across this threshold with your expert guide, you are instantly immersed in a living museum. This is where your guided exploration of "typical Newari culture" truly comes alive. Prepare to be surrounded by stunning pagoda temples, intricately carved wooden windows, and bustling courtyards where traditions have thrived for centuries. Your adventure into Nepal's artistic and cultural soul starts right here!

Среди трех площадей Дурбар в долине Катманду, площадь Патан Дурбар также является известным объектом Всемирного наследия ЮНЕСКО. Мы можем посетить множество красивых храмов, таких как Кришна Мандир, храм Бхимсена, храм Вишванатха, храм Таледжу Бхавани и неварскую архитектуру.

Prepare for a highlight of your Patan tour. This guided visit takes you inside the Patan Museum, widely acclaimed as one of the finest museums in all of South Asia. The museum itself is a masterpiece, housed within the stunningly restored Keshav Narayan Chowk, a former royal palace in the heart of the Patan Durbar Square UNESCO World Heritage site. Follow your expert guide through serene courtyards into galleries filled with a priceless collection of sacred art. You'll discover the deep history and meaning behind intricate cast-bronze statues and gleaming gilt-copper masterpieces of Hindu and Buddhist deities. This is the definitive place to witness the rich artistic and cultural traditions of Nepal's Malla kings and the ancient Newari civilization.

Discover one of the most magnificent hidden gems in the Patan City. This guided visit takes you to Hiranya Varna Mahavihar, famously known as "The Golden Temple." Located just north of Patan's main Durbar Square, this 12th-century Buddhist monastery is a breathtaking masterpiece of Newari architecture. As you pass through its unassuming stone gateway, you'll enter a stunning, three-roofed pagoda courtyard. The entire facade is covered in gleaming, gilded copper, which gives the temple its famous nickname and offers an unparalleled photo opportunity. The intricate details, from the elaborate prayer wheels and sacred statues of Shakyamuni Buddha to the resident monks who still practice their ancient rituals here. This is an essential stop for anyone wanting to see the valley's most exquisite sacred art and experience a living, breathing spiritual center.

Prepare to witness an architectural marvel in the heart of Patan Durbar Square. The Krishna Mandir stands as one of the most unique and revered temples in this entire UNESCO World Heritage site. Unlike the surrounding Newari-style pagoda temples, this 17th-century masterpiece is built entirely of stone in the intricate Indian Shikhara style. Commissioned by King Siddhi Narsingh Malla, its 21 golden pinnacles are a testament to legendary craftsmanship. The temple's most famous feature: the stunning carvings. The beams on the first floor vividly depict the epic tales of the Mahabharata, while the second floor illustrates the story of the Ramayana. This is a "must-see" highlight for its spiritual importance and unparalleled artistry.

Discover a unique and revered highlight of the Patan Durbar Square: the magnificent Bhimsen Temple. Built in 1680, this three-story pagoda is an architectural gem instantly recognizable by its three stunning, interconnected golden windows that gleam above the square. This temple is dedicated to Bhimsen, the mighty strongman and hero of the Mahabharata epic. As your guide will explain, he holds a special place in the Kathmandu Valley, where he is worshipped by the Newar merchant community as the patron god of business and trade. This isn't just an ancient monument; it's a living center of faith for local commerce. Don't miss this essential stop, a perfect example of the valley's unique blend of spiritual and cultural life.