Religious site
Shanti Stupa, Pokhara
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Shanti Stupa, also known as the World Peace Pagoda, is a gleaming white Buddhist monument situated on a hilltop in Pokhara. Built as a symbol of peace, the pagoda features four statues of Buddha representing his birth, enlightenment, teaching, and death. Visitors can climb the stairs to the stupa and walk around its dome, enjoying uninterrupted 360-degree views that encompass Phewa Lake, the city of Pokhara, and the entire Annapurna range. The serene atmosphere, with fluttering prayer flags and chanting monks, makes it a popular spot for meditation and photography.
Don't miss
- Walk around the stupa to see four Buddha statues depicting key life events.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Pokhara, Phewa Lake, and the Annapurna Himalayas.
- Observe prayer flags and listen to chanting monks in the peaceful setting.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Shanti Stupa, Pokhara
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPokhara: Group Joining Sarangkot Sunrise Himalayas Tour4.5★ · 24 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$12 per personSee dates →
Most bookedAfternoon Tibetan Cultural Tour to Tibetan Settlements Pokhara5★ · 110 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$60 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleHalf-Day Private Pokhara Tour5★ · 28 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$67 per personSee dates →More attractions in Pokhara