Thursday, September 15, 2011

Bhaktapur Durbar Square


Bhaktapur (Nepaliभक्तपुर Bhaktapur ), also Bhadgaon or Khwopa (Nepal Bhasaख्वप Khwopa) is an ancient Newar town in the east corner of theKathmandu ValleyNepal. It is located in Bhaktapur District in the Bagmati Zone. It is the third largest city in Kathmandu valley and was once the capital of Nepal during the great Malla Kingdom until the second half of the 15th century.
Bhaktapur is listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO for its rich culture, temples, and wood, metal and stone artwork.

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