Explore the Living Museum of Nepali Art and Design

As the aircraft touched the Tribhuvan International Airport, the Himalayan magistrate visited passengers with their snow-covered peaks shining in the end of the afternoon. After landing, the warm smile welcomes the visitors, rumors of a trekker, tourist and locals at an airport.

It is 15 degrees Celsius outside, and the crisp carries the scent of the air incense. A brief path through the lively roads of Kathmandu leads to a clear embrace of the Kathmandu Maryot Hotel in the midst of the boundary of the capital.

Cluster General Manager Great Mehra welcomed me with a warm smile, creating a welcome tune. After a glimpse of a refreshing drink and CitySscape from the wide windows of the house, it’s time to explore the heart of Kathmandu – a city that is a city that is artistic balance with rhythm with modart but today’s chapter will take a few kilometers to our south, Patan city. , Also known as Lalitpur or the city of beauty.

A view of Kathmandu from the wide window of the Kathmandu Maryot Hotel room in Nepal. , Photo Credit: Memory S.

For a more deeper underpanding, I am driving in the fall of about seven kilometers from Kathmandu. Patan is one of the oldest rights in Nepal and is believed that Ben Kirat was established during the dynasty. The ancient city is a living museum of Nepali Art and Design with its neo -style building and decorative engraving. Patan is a center for craftsmen, craftsmen and scholars.

UNESCO’s World Heritage Site Patan seems to be on foot in Durbar Square, its 17th century royal palace, Tenturi -LD temples, and Cortiartirtirtiiatiertirtirtirties, it seems timely. My guide, Yadav Khatiwada shared the stories of Mall Kings, who ruled the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal from 1201 to 1779. Not the temple, which stands at the center of the square.

Nearby, the Royal Palace Complex has invited the exclusion, showing its councils the best examples of Newry crafts. The oldest and central court has the Holy Talizu Bhabani Temple in Mul Chow, where the beautiful Chowk has proud of the sinking tank known as Tusha Hiti or royal bath used by Basia. Royal Bath, a wonderful visual retreat, surprised me and other tourists. I look at the complex decorated wall of the oxa matricus, eight bhairav ​​and nagas idols, while the Gilt copper spout shows Basanu and Lakshimi in Garuda.

A scene of the tank drowning in the beautiful square, once the royal bath used by the Malla royal family in Nepal. , Photo Credit: Memory S.

For art lovers, the Patan Museum must visit. The museum has one of the best collections in the Nepali industry. The museum shows great paintings, sculptures and arts of Hinduism and Buddhism. Walking through the museum galleries, full of a cultural and artistic insurance. All exhibitions contain captions with backgrounds.

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Beyond its architecture, Patan provides the taste of the lively culture of Nepal through his cooking. With a distinctive mixture of spices and flavors, the Nawari meal provides a cuisine -related experience as a city. Squeeze Potato copper (A tanger curry of bamboo and potato in bamboo shoots), Buff is big, Buff (Spicy grilled buffalo meat), and Chew (Flat rice) pair with a glass of Puddle (A traditional alcoholic alcohol).

Panatan Durbar Square was served in a vatha near a split spread of nearest elements. , Photo Credit: Memory S.

The history of the page, however, carries the part of its stains. Yadav points to a few broken wooden pieces, “It was damaged during the earthquake of 20. Many of these structures were affected, but the recovery work was underway,” since the construction words were echoed in the background. The remains of the earthquake’s severity are still chronic, but the city Slolie shines the elasticity of the page as it restores its rich architectural heritage.

Although the leaf is a pure gem, no philosophy in Kathmandu will be fully fully explored by its wealth – iconic temples and lively markets.

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I look at the Iconic Monkey Temple on the height of 77 77 meters from the ground to Swivunath. From the entrance, one more step, visitors come across a coin-tossing ritual designed to test their fate. By handing over a coin, Yadav said, “Focus and toss. If it landed in the right place you would be fortunate.” Metal soft plink against the echo of the stone, then miss a nearby one.

The stupa started climbing 90 steps in the hospital. Thinking is considered the easiest route, each step is to check my tolerants in the air on a cool Friday evening. At the top, the Golden stupa gradually symbolizes the programs towards the Buddha with its 14 steps and flashes against the sky line. In ancient stone structures, monkeys dart, while pilgrims and tourists round the stupa, praying wheels and mantras.

Not too far from Swabamunath, the Holy Pashtapatinath Temple extends on the banks of the Bagmati river. Nepal follows the Vikram Sambat calendar based on the lunar cycle. This means the workwick runs from Sunday to Friday as the only day holiday. So, on Saturday, the roads are busy shopping, visiting temples and spending time with family and friends.

A glimpse of the iconic Pashtunath Temple in Kathmandu, Nepal. , Photo Credit: Memory S.

Since it is Saturday morning, the temple is a business than usual with hundreds of fans. While praying in the temple in southern India, their voices were echoed through the holy halls of their voices, with Rudraksha Malas and bright red tikka participated in the crowded crowd on their foreheads. Meanwhile, along the banks of the river, the offers of flowers and incense are scattered, as well as cremation pies are silently burning glow.

Nearby, about 5 km, Boudhanath stupa shows the rich Tibetan Buddhist culture in this city. Visitors can spend a few hours in a peaceful environment while walking around a huge stupa. The surrounding shops, from prayer beads to different types of Buddha statues, sell everything from Tibetan to Tibetan life. A famous cafe chain in Nepal serves a pleasant mixture of pure neo -dishes and pizza by providing a mixture of local and global flavors.

A scene of Buddhannath stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Kathmandu is also known for its jerk market and shopping centers – Thamel and Asan. Whether hunting for souvenir or local products, these roads provide endless array of options. Thamel, market knowledge for its lively shops and street bus cafes, a shelter for tourists. From handmade crafts and jewelry to Traditional Nepalese Nepalese clothing and expensive and great puddle shawl. Nearby, Asan – one of the oldest and business markets in the city – provides the sights, sound and smell sensitive overload. The narrow lanes are filled with the vendors to everything from new production to spices and textile. Nuri with meNepali friend Fatima. “This is where the locals find everything they need,” he said a break from a seller to buy a bird feed.

Thamel Market in Kathmandu, Nepal. , Photo Credit: Memory S.

Kathmandu Maryot

The Kathmandu Merriet Hotel provides a pause mixture of luxury and cultural immersion, which provides transkill retreat between the city’s vibrant energy. Enjoy various dining options, including Thamel Kitchen, Tahina Teres and Adamam, known for modern Asian fusion. Obvious with the Ruxi Music Bar or Kathmandu Baking Company’s fresh pastries. Relax the roof pool and spot or stay active in the gym. The hotel also provides versatile space for events and meetings.

(Author was in Nepal on the invitation of the Kathmandu Maryot Hotel)

Published – 24 January, 2025 03:25 PM IST