Swayambhunath Temple

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Top 1% of attractions in Kathmandu
8 / 10

3 expert reviews
Fodor's Fodor's
"This is one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage places in Nepal—second only in importance to Bodnath—and is also revered by Hindus...among the oldest religious sites in the country." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A journey up to the Buddhist temple and Unesco World Heritage Site of Swayambhunath is one of the definitive experiences of Kathmandu. Mobbed by monkeys and soaring above the city on a..." Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"Sacred Buddhist home of some spiritual monkeys. " Full review