The Palace of Fifty-five Windows
The Palace of Fifty-five Windows stands on the northern side of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. It was the royal palace of the Malla kings of Bhaktapur and is generally associated with the 15th century, with later rebuilding by King Bhupatindra Malla in the 17th century.
The building is best known for the long balcony of fifty-five carved wooden windows on its upper storey. Each window is finely worked, and together they are one of the best examples of Newar woodcarving in the valley.
Beside the palace, the Golden Gate leads to the Taleju temple complex. Visitors look at the palace from the square and admire the brickwork and carving, while parts of the complex hold the National Art Gallery.
Trips that visit The Palace of Fifty-five Windows
- Hilltops and Village Tour of NepalDay 2: Tour Bhaktapur & Drive to Namobuddha 8 days
- Classic Nepal TourDay 2: In Kathmandu (World Heritage Sites Tour) 8 days
- Highlights of NepalDay 2: In Kathmandu Valley 10 days
- Kathmandu Pokhara and Nagarkot TourDay 2: In Kathmandu (World Heritage Site tour) 7 days
Near The Palace of Fifty-five Windows
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