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Kavrepalanchok, Bagmati Province · Nepal

Panauti travel guide

Take a day trip from Kathmandu for temple courtyards, riverside lanes and a slower walk through Panauti’s old town.

Best time to visit: Spring and autumn

Panauti, Nepal

Use the Indreshwar Mahadev Temple area as your starting point. Follow the old lanes toward the riverside, then return to the center for lunch.

Best time to visit

Spring and autumn are good starting points for a walking visit. In wet weather, allow for slippery paving.

How to get there

Travel by road from Kathmandu via Banepa. If using shared transport, confirm the last connection back before you leave.

What to do

  • Explore the Indreshwar Mahadev Temple area
  • Follow the old-town lanes to the riverside
  • Stop for lunch near the bazaar

Where to stay

A day trip works well. Stay locally if you want an early walk before returning to Kathmandu.

Local tips

Respect active worship spaces and ask before taking photos of people or ceremonies.

Cover photo by Creepanta via Wikimedia Commons. CC BY-SA 4.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Indreshwor_Temple,_Panauti.jpg

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