Kathmandu Durbar Square also known as Basantapur Durbar Square is located at the heart of Kathmandu City, precisely in Basantapur, Hanumandhoka. It is one of the oldest palace built during Malla Dynasty,now a museum- open for everyone, which is an old wooden building where we can see several antique collection of photographs, weapons, old coins, clothes worn by the great rulers and their person stuffs. Along with these palaces, the square surrounds quadrangles, revealing courtyards and temples. It is known as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, a name derived from a statue of Hanuman, the monkey devotee of Lord Ram, at the entrance of the palace.This place portrays the ancient story of Brave rulers inhabiting Kathmandu. Furthermore, Kathmandu Durbar Square is enlisted in world heritage site by UNESCO due to its great history and fascinating arts and Sculptures. It is one of the crowded area where we can see many Domestic as well as international tourist enjoying the artistic beauty of the old buildings and statues, capturing their moments inside their camera. Due to its breathtaking art and wooden carvings of several God and Goddess, Basantapur area is a great place to learn about Nepalese art and architecture, including Mandela art. Several festivals and jatras( congregation of people for religious purpose) are held here, which further signifies Nepalese culture and practice. Also, the place was ruled by several kings of Shah dynasty and Ranas in the past, and was the common place for all coronation ceremonies. An unbelievable 50 temples lie within the vicinity including the temple of the titular deity, Taleju Bhawani. The Durbar is divided into two courtyards, the outer Kasthamandap, Kumari Ghar, and Shiva-Parvati Temple, and the inner section consisting of Hanuman Dhoka and the main palace. Some floors have been converted to museums dedicated to three generations of Shah kings. Most parts of the palace premises are open to tourists throughout the week.
Monument you would like to see:
The Taleju Temple: is the tallest of all structures, built by King Mahendra Malla in 1549 AD. This temple is open to the public for one day each year during the Dashain festival.
The Jagannath Temple, built in the 16th century is known for the fascinating erotic figures carved on the wooden struts.
The Kal Bhairav, one of the largest 17th century stone statues in Kathmandu, representing the terrifying aspect of Lord Shiva.
Swet-Bhairav - the temple is open to the public once in year during Indra Jatra Festival. The 17th century Kumari Temple (the temple of Living Goddess) is an example of highly developed Nepali craftmanship.
Kaandasthamp, from which Kathmandu derives its name, is said to have been built from the timber of a single tree.
Nautalle Durbar (the nine storyed palace)
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