55 Windows Palace

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55 Windows Palace is situated at Dunbar square, Bhaktapur, Nepal. Edit

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The 55 windows palace is one of the most imprtant work of art in Bhaktapur Durbar Square. the three storied palace has a gracious setting and beautifully carved sculptureal designs on windows and doors. The palace was built by King Bhupaindra Malla in the 17th century. It has a goden gate and small temples within its premises, popular as an ornament of Bhaktapur all over the world. Bedecked with different cultural art workds, this palace is popular as an attractive destination not only for foreign tourists but also for domestic tourists. the palace received its name from its 55 Windows decorated with masterpiece of wood carving.

55 Windows Palace, Bhaktapur, Nepal

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55 Windows was built in the 17th century by King Bhupatindra Malla. Among the brick walls with their gracious setting and sculptural design, is a balcony of 55 windows. This balcony is a masterpiece of wood carving.The Stone Temple of Batsala Devi which is also located in the Durbar Square is full of intricate carvings.

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September to November and from February to April.

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

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1 to 2 hours.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taking a taxi to Bhaktapur is very easy from anywhere in Kathmandu city. However you will be paying upwards of 900 rupees and closer to 1200 rupees to 1500 rupees starting fee. Bargain hard.

Bus : There are many buses going to Bhaktapur from Kathmandu City. The easiest and most central bus leaves from Ratna Park bus stop. The cost of this bus to Bhaktapur is 40 Rupees, however foreigners are charged 50 rupees. Simply show up at the park and head to any of the buses and start asking for where the Bhaktapur bus is. Board the bus and pay when ticket collector comes up to you. It takes about an hour depending on traffic.The bus will drop you out side the main gate.

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Air : Nearest, Katmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport is the largest and only international airport in Nepal. Most flights to Kathmandu arrive via Delhi, Dhaka, or Bangkok, and of the remaining only a few originate from outside Asia.

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