Nepal travel diary

Patan Museum + Golden Temple + Bhaktapur: A Full Day of Exploration! 🎨Patan Museum offers a rich collection of exhibits. After visiting the main museum, continue further in to explore the palace complex. The architectural wood carvings are exquisite . ✨Though not vast in area, the palace is a testament to opulence. Note that the ticket for the museum also covers entry to the Durbar Square, so no need to buy a separate ticket. 🩵The Golden Temple is a small but significant site. After circling the prayer wheels, you can complete the visit. There's an option to go upstairs to offer incense and light butter lamps if desired. Bhaktapur is a beautiful destination that deserves an afternoon to soak in its charm . Enjoy a bucket of traditional yogurt—a refreshing treat. Opt for the plastic container over the clay pot to avoid an earthy taste. As evening falls, you might encounter elderly people reciting scriptures. ✨ Farmers Market at Le Sherpa + Monkey Temple + The Local Project Nepal + Dreams Garden On a Saturday, visit the embassy street to explore the quaint and sophisticated weekend market . Prices at the market are comparable to those in the U.S., likely due to the proximity of embassies. Within the market, you'll find "The Local Project," a popular shop offering gold-plated Nepali jewelry (not K-gold!) with prices ranging from approximately 200 to 800 NPR, which is on the higher end . 🌈The Monkey Temple requires a climb up a flight of stairs through the main entrance, where the monkeys are gentle and not bothersome. After reaching the top, enjoy a panoramic view of Kathmandu, spin the prayer wheels, and exit through the back door. If climbing stairs is not preferred, you can take a taxi directly to the back entrance. #FreeAndEasyTravel #MyTravelDiary #OffTheBeatenPath #NepalTravel#Patan Museum #Lalitpur#Nepal life#Nepal#Nepal trip#travel guide# Kathmandu