Nau-Talle Durbar (नौ तले दरवार) The Nine-Storied Palace of Basantapur
Historical Significance Built by King Prithvi Narayan Shah in the 18th century Served as the royal residence after Nepal's unification Part of the Hanuman Dhoka Palace Complex
Architectural Highlights Unique 9-story structure (though only 5 floors are visible today) Blend of Newari and European architectural influences Features ornate windows, courtyards, and historic chambers
Visitor Experience 📍 Location: Eastern section of Kathmandu Durbar Square 📜 Current Use: Houses museums and government offices 📸 Best View: From the palace courtyard
Special Note: Damaged in the 2015 earthquake; restoration ongoing The upper floors offer panoramic views of the...
Read moreNever knew about the woodwork and it's unusual inspiration which was astonishing and surprisingly new to me that such kind of things existed and they were actually very close to me 😁. Anyway it was mesmerising and worth of praising for the woodwork done which were used in detailed manner. Also every corner of the place is filled with woodcraft, which is very hard to be seen other than the place which is related to history. Well being there and being able to witness the great work done by the people in ancient society is really surprisingly good 😊 and worth every penny...
Read moreThe 9 Talle Durbar, or Nine-Story Palace, is located within Basantapur Durbar Square in Kathmandu, Nepal. This historic square is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features numerous ancient buildings, temples, and courtyards. The 9 Talle Durbar is known for its unique architectural style and offers panoramic views of the surrounding area. It is part of the larger complex of palaces and courtyards that were once the royal residences of the Malla kings who ruled the...
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