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Kathmandu Durbar Square – Swayambhunath Temple loop from Kathmandu

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Kathmandu Durbar Square – Swayambhunath Temple loop from Kathmandu

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4.7

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Kathmandu Durbar Square – Swayambhunath Temple loop from Kathmandu

02:28

8.95km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.28 km

Asan Bazaar

Highlight • Settlement

Situated right at the centre of Kathmandu valley, this bustling market place attracts shoppers from all over Kathmandu because of the tremendous variety of merchandise sold here, ranging from food, spices, pottery, clothes, jewellery and many more things.

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1.77 km

Taleju Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square

Highlight • Religious Site

Taleju Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Taleju Bhawani, the royal goddess of the Malla dynasty of Nepal. It is located in Hanuman Dhoka, Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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2.01 km

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the three Durbar Squares of Nepal, Basantapur Durbar (palace) Square is the heart and soul of Kathmandu, enlisted in UNESCO world heritage sites. The Malla dynasty during 12th century used to rule Kathmandu from this palace.
On the night of Maha Ashtami of the biggest festival Dashain celebrated only by Hindus, Kalratri (Dark night) is worshipped here at the Hanuman Dhoka with the sacrifice of 54 goats and 54 buffaloes on behalf of the state.

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4.20 km

View of Kathmandu from Swayambhunath

Highlight • Viewpoint

If there is no smog, you have a great view of Kathmandu and the surrounding mountains.

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4.23 km

Swayambhunath Stupa

Highlight • Religious Site

The climb is worth it, just for the view.

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4.50 km

Swayambhunath Temple

Highlight • Religious Site

Also called the Monkey Temple, it lives up to its name
Now at this time (October is a big holiday) there are lots of people and everyone is dressed in their festive clothes

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6.79 km

Hindu temples in Kathmandu

Highlight • Religious Site

Two small Hindu temples outside the tourist center.

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7.98 km

Thamel Stupa and Temples, Kathmandu

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The tourist quarter at all, great for shopping and eating out.

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8.95 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.59 km

2.76 km

1.41 km

519 m

362 m

197 m

Surfaces

4.79 km

3.50 km

356 m

190 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,380 m)

Lowest point (1,290 m)

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Monday 6 July

29°C

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Comments

April 6, 2026,Donner über der Stupa

Definitely worth a visit, even though the thunderstorm caused some excitement.

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Kathmandu Durbar Square – Swayambhunath Temple loop from Kathmandu

Asan Bazaar

Taleju Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square

View of Kathmandu from Swayambhunath

Swayambhunath Stupa

Swayambhunath Temple

Hindu temples in Kathmandu

Thamel Stupa and Temples, Kathmandu

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