One of the largest stupas in the world and the centre of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal, ringed by monasteries and rooftop cafés.
Walk clockwise, as everyone else does. Late afternoon into dusk is the time — the kora fills with pilgrims, monks and butter lamps. Rooftop cafés on the ring give the best view.
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