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Swayambhunath Stupa
 Kathmandu
Swayambunath
Stupa
Is the most
ancient, higher and enigmatic stupa of all in Kathmandu valley,
Swayambunath
Stupa is also called
as the Monkey Temple. The pilgrim's route is a steep stone staircase of more than 300 steps. was built in 250 B.C. Is located at 3
km west of Kathmandu city.
Swayambunath
stupa is listed under world
heritage sites by UNESCO. Swayambhu, means 'Self-Created, this is a legend of a miraculous
lotus, planted by a past Buddha, the lotus mysteriously radiated a
brilliant light that covered Kathmandu valley at once.
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 Swayambunath
Stupa
Guide.
Is one of the most
ancient Buddhists stupas
in Kathmandu.
and one of the most
popular, holy and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal. I still
remember the steep stone staircase of more than 300 steps for going up on
this temple.
There is an excellent view of
the Kathmandu valley and the surrounding mountains from
there.
Because there are many
wild monkeys in the area, it is also very well known as Monkey
temple.
This landmark is
must when you visit Kathmandu and
Swayambhunath Stupa is one of the important places for
study of the Buddhism.
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