Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square has seen and received one king after another as they sat and reigned over Nepal a long time ago, where new kings were crowned as the constant sounds of drums and trumpets filled the place. To this day, it is the most impressive relic of Kathmandu's ancient architecture. Even if the dreadful earthquake of 2015 took its toll on the structure, and some areas inside the premises fell, it has kept its former splendor.

While the open Basantapur Square area is located in the complex's southern portion, the main Durbar Square area is located in the complex's western portion. For long years, the former was a stable for royal elephants. Today, it is a tourist attraction with souvenir shops. The second section of the square goes through the complex's northeast corner. The entrance to the magnificent Hanuman Dhoka Complex is built here, with a lovely collection of temples snuggled behind it. The location is an active walkway that links many streets for the general public.

Even though the Durbar is no longer used for coronations, it is a popular destination for visitors during festivals such as Dashain, Indra Jatra, Machhindranath Jatra, and Gaijatra. UNESCO designated the whole Durbar Square complex as a World Heritage Site in 1979.

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