Patan Durbar Square
July 2, 2025
A testament to Nepal’s exquisite artistry, Patan Durbar Square is another UNESCO World Heritage Site that promises an immersive cultural experience, located about 6.7 to 6.8 kilometers from the hotel, typically a 19 to 21-minute drive. Known as the “City of Fine Arts,” Patan’s Durbar Square is a mesmerizing blend of palace buildings, artistic courtyards, and graceful pagoda temples that reached their pinnacle during the Malla kings’ reign. Key attractions include the intricately carved stone Krishna Mandir, the Patan Museum housed within a beautifully restored royal palace showcasing sacred arts and artifacts, and the Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar), a stunning Buddhist monastery. Every corner of Patan exudes a sense of history and craftsmanship, inviting visitors to marvel at centuries of Newari architecture, sculpture, and metalwork.
