Changu Narayan TempleDedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, Changu Narayan Temple is
situated on a ridge overlooking the Kathmandu Valley, and is one of
the oldest and most impressive examples of pagoda architecture in
Nepal, believed to be 1,600 years old. The complex is a UNESCO
World Heritage Site, and is known for its incredible woodcarvings,
metal inscriptions and stone statues adorning the courtyard, all
dating between the 5th and 13th centuries. Address: Nine miles (15km) from Kathmandu Admission: NPR 20 (extra NPR 20 charged for cameras) |