Tourist Attraction Boudhnath
Boudhanath Stupa
Boudhnath also pronounced Boudhnath is one of the old Stupa in world constructed just after Mahaparinirvana of Lord Buddha . It has great significance in Buddhist literature & Pali texts. Once you arrive here, you can see many Buddhist monks & nuns circumambulating Boudh Stupa & Chanting Buddhist Mantra. The stupa is the most popular site for Buddhists in Nepal .
Adorning it with butter lamps is a unique tradition which makes its looks amazing. It is included in UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its unique tradition.
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Attraction |
Type |
Distance from Boudhanath |
Highlights |
Best Time to Visit |
Boudhanath Stupa |
Historical, Religious |
0 km (Attraction) |
Largest stupa in Nepal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tibetan culture hub |
Early mornings or late evenings for serene ambiance |
Pashupatinath Temple |
Religious, Cultural |
4 km |
One of the holiest Hindu temples, cremation ghats along the Bagmati River |
Sunset for an evocative spiritual experience |
Shechen Monastery |
Monastery, Religious |
0.5 km |
Beautiful Tibetan architecture, peaceful atmosphere, murals, and prayer halls |
Morning for prayer and peaceful meditation |
Kopan Monastery |
Monastery, Spiritual |
5 km |
Famous Tibetan Buddhist monastery offering meditation retreats and teachings |
Year-round, particularly during retreat seasons |
Boudhanath Market |
Shopping, Cultural |
0 km (Attraction) |
Local Tibetan goods, prayer flags, souvenirs, and authentic cafes |
Afternoon to explore local handicrafts |
Gautam Buddha International Airport |
Travel Hub |
5 km |
International gateway to Nepal, close to major tourist spots |
Depends on flight schedules |
Bouddhanath Stupa Complex |
Historical, Religious |
0 km (Attraction) |
Great for walking around, spinning prayer wheels, observing rituals |
Morning or evening for quieter visits |
Greenery and Parks around Boudhanath |
Nature, Relaxation |
0.5 km |
Peaceful parks ideal for relaxation, meditation, or casual walks |
Late afternoons for a relaxed atmosphere |
Tibetan Art Galleries |
Art, Cultural |
0.5 km |
Exquisite Tibetan Buddhist paintings, sculptures, and crafts |
All year round, especially during exhibitions |
Bouddhanath Stupa Rooftop Cafes |
Dining, Cultural |
0 km (Attraction) |
Perfect views of the stupa, traditional Tibetan butter tea, and local snacks |
Best during sunset for panoramic views |
Taragaon Museum
Taragaon Museum is cultural treasure house of cultural heritage of Valleyof Kathmandu. Most spectacular thing in Taragaon Museum is Bodhisattva Gallery which promotes and sells the best Newar art statues made through the lost wax process and traditional Paubha (statue) paintings by the best artist from the Kathmandu Valley.
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Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery
Ka-NyingShedrub Ling Monastery is centre of 10 day full seminar which is held in November. It is centre of discussion of Buddhist Teaching, learning, Philosophy and monastic order.
Khachoe Ghakyil Ling Nunnery
Khachoe Ghakyil Ling Nunnery is largest in Nepal which houses few hundred nuns.
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Shechen Monastery
Shechen Monastery is very spacious and beautiful temple founded by the late Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche.
Dilyak Monastery
Dilyak Monastery is oldest original Karma Kagyu monastery in Boudha, Nepal. The monastery was established by Very Ven.
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Khawalung Monastery
A beautiful Tibetan Monastery near Boudhanath Stupa. It is inaugrated by Trulshik Rinpoche and Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche in October 2005. The monastery has an elementary and a training school. It consists of monks from remote region of Nepal and Tibet. There aremany exquisite Tibetan Buddhist wall paintings.
Kopan Monastery
Kopan Monastery offers the perfect environment for study and meditation for serious students, casual visitors, and retreaters.
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Thrangu Monastery
There are many monks under the age of eighteen and most of these boys are from ruralareas of Nepal, particularly the mountain areas bordering Tibet. From an early age, they learn to develop the good habits and discipline that will serve them andothers throughout their lives.
Moreover, you can enjoy other activities on your excursion to Boudhnath. Eat traditional foods, enjoy natural beauty of mountains, buy handicrafts, pay respectful visits to monasteries and explore Buddhist legacy in monasteries with monks and nuns and miss not anything that captures your mind.
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