Changunarayan Nagarkot Day Hiking

Enjoy an easy day hike starting from the historic Changunarayan temple, the oldest pagoda-style temple in Kathmandu Valley dating back to the 3rd century B.C. This gentle hike takes you through picturesque villages and lush jungles along the hill’s ridge to Telkot Deurali. From there, we’ll take a short car ride to Nagarkot, where you can enjoy lunch and take a leisurely stroll around town. Finally, we’ll drive you back to Kathmandu to end the day.

<h3>About Changunarayan:</h3>

Changunarayan Temple is an ancient Hindu temple located in the village of Changunarayan, near Bhaktapur in Nepal. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is considered to be one of the oldest Hindu temples in the Kathmandu Valley, with its origins dating back to the 4th century.

The temple is known for its exquisite wood carvings and stone sculptures, which are considered to be some of the finest examples of Nepalese craftsmanship. The temple complex also includes several smaller shrines and monuments, as well as a museum that displays a collection of ancient stone inscriptions and other artifacts.

Changunarayan Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered to be an important cultural and religious site in Nepal. It is a popular destination for tourists and pilgrims alike, who come to admire the temple’s stunning architecture and rich cultural heritage.