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Kopan Monastery
A Buddhist Research Centre
Perched on a hill on the fringes of Kathmandu overlooking the Kathmandu valley is the Kopan monastery. It is a member of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition, an international network of Gelugpa dharma centers. It was established by the FPMT’s founders, Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche. As it is situated on a hillside the monastery provides panoramic view of the Kathmandu valley and the surrounding hills. Kopan has become famous for teaching Buddhism to visiting Western foreigners. Visitors may choose to explore the picturesque and tranquil monastery for a few hours, do a retreat or join one of the courses to learn more about Buddhist Philosophy and Psychology. Courses may vary from a week to months. The monastery campus is open to all and everyone is welcome to witness the tranquility even if it is for an hour.
Near Kopan Monastery
Other places within 15 km.
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Stupas & Chortens
Boudhanath Stupa
The Boudhanath Stupa is the largest Buddhist structure in Nepal, and has been a power place and an important site of pilgrimage since its construction.
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Sight
Budhanilkantha
The Budanilkantha is a stone statue of Hindu god lord Vishnu, it is located about 10kms north of the city centre at the base of the Shivapuri hill.
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Restaurants
Krishnarpan
Fine-dining Nepali tasting menu at Dwarika's Hotel, from six up to 22 courses. A special-occasion dinner that needs booking ahead.
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Dzongs & Fortresses
Narayanhiti Palace Museum
The Narayanhiti Palace, now a museum was the former Royal Palace of the Shah Rulers of Nepal until the revolution of 2006 took over the Monarchy.
