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Patan Durbar Square, located in Lalitpur, is a stunning ensemble of Newari architecture, with temples, palaces, and courtyards dating from the 3rd century onward. The square is smaller and more serene than Kathmandu's, allowing visitors to appreciate the detailed stone and woodwork. The Patan Museum, housed in a former palace, displays exquisite bronze statues and religious art. Key structures include the Krishna Mandir, the Golden Temple, and the 16th-century Hiranya Varna Mahavihar.
Don't miss
- Explore the Patan Museum for its collection of traditional Nepalese art and artifacts.
- Marvel at the stone carvings on the Krishna Mandir, built in 1637.
- Visit the Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar), a Buddhist monastery with a gilded facade.
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