World’s Tallest Shiva Statue
Overview
Enjoy a refreshing 3-night Nepal escape with 2 nights in Kathmandu and 1 night in Sanga. Discover the cultural and spiritual charm of Kathmandu as you visit iconic sites like Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa, while exploring vibrant local markets.
Then unwind in the peaceful surroundings of Sanga, home to the towering Kailashnath Mahadev Statue—one of the tallest Lord Shiva statues in the world. This short getaway offers a perfect mix of spirituality, scenic beauty, and relaxation.
Itinerary
Meeting at airport upon arrival by office Personnel. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the Kathmandu Valley is the political and cultural heart of the Kingdom. The urban sprawl that makes up modern Kathmandu is in fact two cities, Patan and Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
This morning you will be taken for a visit of the Hindu culture in Nepal, Pashupatinath. This is the place where holy saddhus pray. The Pashupatinath Temple is a famous, sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Pashupatinath and is located on the banks of the Bagmati River 5 kilometers north-east of Kathmandu Valley in the eastern city of Kathmandu the capital of Nepal. This temple is considered one of the sacred temples of Hindu faith .The temple serves as the seat of the national deity, Lord Pashupatinath. This temple complex is on UNESCO World Heritage Sites's list Since 1979. This "extensive Hindu temple precinct" is a "sprawling collection of temples, ashrams, images and inscriptions raised over the centuries along the banks of the sacred Bagmati river".
We then continue to the holiest shrine for the Buddhist culture in Nepal, Bouddhanath, with its large stupa, this is the place where all devout Buddhists come for a pilgrimage. After completion of these two spots, you will be taken take you for a visit to Patan. Also known as Lalitpur , the city of beauty is separated from Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second largest town in the valley. Lalitpur is fragmented from other cities due to its substantive architectural ancient masterpieces. Patan's central Durbar Square is absolutely packed with temples: Its an architectural center point with a far greater concentration of temples per sq. meter than in Kathmandu or Bhaktapur. Within the city also lies the Tibetan refugee center, home to most of the valley's Tibetan population. While technically refugees, the Tibetans are some of the wealthiest people in the valley because of the carpet industry they operate. For those looking to bring home a fine Tibetan carpet, this is the place to shop. You will then go to Swayambhunath the golden spire of the 5th-century Swayambhu stupa is adorned with a colorful fluttering of prayer flags; it crowns a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views over the city of Kathmandu. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all who ascend the worn stone steps.
Later visit the Sleeping Vishnu Temple also known as the Budanilkantha Temple.
Budhanilkantha Temple, located in Budhanilkantha, is a Hindu open air temple dedicated to Lord Mahavishnu. Budhanilkantha Temple is also known as the Narayanthan Temple for Hindus, and can be identified by a large reclining statue of Lord Mahavishnu. However In the Buddhist community, the term "Buddhanilkantha" refers to one of the various manifestations of Avalokiteshvara. The name means "Blue-Throated Buddha."
( The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 08 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel )
Drive to Sanga. Sanga is situated 20 kilometers, 1 hrs drive east of Kathmandu . The panoramic view of the Jungles and Himalayas can be seen from here.
This place is famous for the 143 feet tall Shiva Statue.
The Kailashnath Mahadev Statue is the second tallest Shiva statue in the world. It is currently the fifth tallest Hindu deity statue. It is situated near Suryabinayak, Bhaktapur District in Nepal.
The statue is 143 feet (43.5m) in height and was made using copper, zinc, concrete, and steel.
On the way to Sanga stop at 17 kms stop for Bhaktapur. Perhaps the least changed of all the cities in the Kathmandu Valley, with a distinct medieval feel. Pottery and weaving are still traditional industries here. Architectural wonders abound, including the Palace of Fifty Five Windows, Golden Gate and the magnificent five-storied pagoda-style Nyatapola Temple.
Also this visit the Doleshwor Mahadeva a Hindu Temple of Lord Shiva located near Suryabinayak, south eastern part of Bhaktapur District, Nepal, and is believed to be the head part of Kedarnath temple located in Uttarakhand, India. The current temple structure is spread over 12000 square meters, with multiple ongoing construction.
( The above sightseeing is for a maximum of 06 hours after the vehicle reports at the hotel )
Over night at Sanga at the Fortune Resort and Wellness Spa ( A Pure veg hotel ).
Drive straight to the airport which is 1.5 hours drive approx to board flight for onward journey.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions
- 02 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with Breakfast.
- 01 night accommodation in Sanga with Breakfast and Dinner ( Pure Veg Hotel )
- 02 airport transfers by an A/c vehicle exclusively
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary in Kathmandu by an a/c vehicle exclusively
- Transportation Kathmandu / Sanga / Kathmandu by an A/c vehicle exclusively
- Presently applicable hotel taxes.
Exclusions
- * Services other than specified.
- * Entrance fee at the monumental sites during the sightseeing
- * Guide during the sightseeing
- * Any expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone/fax calls.
- * Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations,
- any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, etc.
- * Any tips to drivers, hotel staff, any meals apart from the ones mentioned above.
- * Any other tax or service charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra & need to borne by
- you.
