Patan Durbar Square

Patan Durbar Square complex, situated in the center of Patan city, houses the residence of the former Royal family of Patan. The Square and its surroundings provide very good example of ancient Newari architecture. The palace has three main courtyards the central and the oldest is Mul Chowk. To the west of the complex are a dozen free standing temples of various sizes and styles. Krishna Temple, Bhimsen Temple, the Golden Temple of Hiranya Varna Mahavira and Sundari Chowk mark the architectural excellence of its era. The Sundari Chowk with the sunken Royal bath of Tusha Hiti, contains exquisite woodcarvings, stone, and metal sculpture. Patan Durbar Square also houses a temple of Taleju Bhawani.

Some important monuments to see in this area are:
	Golden Gate The golden gate and golden windows of the old palace
	Krishna Temple The famous Krishna Temple with 21 golden pinnacles.
	Royal Bath The royal bath with many carving on the stone.
	Royal Taleju Temple The royal Taleju Temple.
	Bhimsen Temple The temple of Bhimsen with a magnificient golden balcony over looking the square.
	Char Narayan Temple Char - narayan temple, which is among finest examples of unique craftmanship oo wood.
*picture courtesy NTB

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