
Patan Durbar Square complex, situated in the center of Patan
city, houses the residence of the former family of Patan.
The Square and its surroundings provide very good example
of ancient Newari architecture. The palace has three main
courtyards the central and the oldest is Mul Chowk. To the
west of the complex are a dozen free standing temples of various
sizes and styles. Krishna Temple, Bhimsen Temple, the Golden
Temple of Hiranya Varna Mahavira and Sundari Chowk mark the
architectural excellence of its era. The Sundari Chowk with
the sunken bath of Tusha Hiti, contains exquisite woodcarvings,
stone, and metal sculpture. Patan Durbar Square also houses
a temple of Taleju Bhawani.
Some important monuments to see in this area are:
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| The golden gate and golden windows of the old palace |
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The famous Krishna Temple with 21 golden pinnacles. |
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| The bath with many carving on the stone. |
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The Taleju Temple. |
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| The temple of Bhimsen with a magnificient golden balcony
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Char-narayan temple, which is among finest examples of unique
craftmanship oo wood. |
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Chyasi Dega |
Manga Hiti |
Mul-Chowk |
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