Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Nepal
What to see at Bhaktapur Durbar Square and how to fit it into a Nepal trip.
Quick answer
The best-preserved medieval city in Nepal — a 15th-century capital of 55 temples, woodcarved windows and pottery squares where potters still work on the same clay as their ancestors.
Best season for Nepal: March – May or October – November. Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Bhaktapur Durbar Square
The best-preserved medieval city in Nepal — a 15th-century capital of 55 temples, woodcarved windows and pottery squares where potters still work on the same clay as their ancestors. The 55-Window Palace and the Golden Gate are masterpieces of Newari craftsmanship.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square is one of 14 places we cover in Nepal, and falls on day 4 of our 5-day Nepal plan. A 5-day Nepal trip from Mumbai costs about ₹22,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Nepal
- Everest Base Camp Trek
- Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas
- Pokhara & Annapurna Region
- Annapurna Circuit
- Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu
- Pokhara & Phewa Lake
- Pashupatinath Temple & Cremations
- Chitwan National Park
Questions about Bhaktapur Durbar Square
What is Bhaktapur Durbar Square?
The best-preserved medieval city in Nepal — a 15th-century capital of 55 temples, woodcarved windows and pottery squares where potters still work on the same clay as their ancestors. The 55-Window Palace and the Golden Gate are masterpieces of Newari craftsmanship.
When is the best time to visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square?
Nepal's best season is March – May or October – November, which is the best window for Bhaktapur Durbar Square too.
How many days do I need in Nepal to include Bhaktapur Durbar Square?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Nepal. Bhaktapur Durbar Square fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Bhaktapur Durbar Square in a Nepal package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Bhaktapur Durbar Square to a Nepal plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.