Patan is located 7 km away from
Kathmandu . This city has many 15th to 17th century, Hindu
and Buddhist, monuments built during the Malla dynasty. The
most important area with many monuments is the Patan Durbar
square. This whole square is a cluster of fine pagoda
temples and stone statues; it is at the same time the business
hub of the city. At every step one comes across a piece of
art or an image of a deity, testifying to the consummate skill
of Patan's anonymous artists. The ancient palace of the Malla
kings and the stone baths associated with various legends
and episodes of history are especially interesting to visitors.
The stone temple of Lord Krishna and the Royal Bath (Tushahity)
with its intricate stone and bronze carvings are two other
masterpieces in the same vicinity.
The important places in Patan are:
• The famous Krishna temple with 21 golden pinnacles.
• The golden gate and golden windows of the old palace.
• The royal bath with many carvings on stone.
• Vishwanath Temple.
• The Royal Taleju Temple.
• The temple of Bhimsen with a magnificent golden balcony
over looking the square.
• Charnaran temple, which is among the finest examples
of unique craftsmanship on wood
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