Must-see attractions in Bandipur

  • Thani Mai Temple Viewpoint

    The main reason to climb up to Thani Mai is for the spectacular sunrise views from Gurungche Hill. A clear morning offers some of the most memorable 360…

  • Siddha Gufa Cave

    At 437m deep and 50m high, Siddha Gufa is said to be the largest cave in Nepal. Its cathedral-like interior is full of stalactites and stalagmites, not to…

  • Tundikhel

    In centuries past, traders would gather on this man-made plateau to haggle for goods from India and Tibet before starting the long trek to Lhasa or the…

  • Bindebasini Temple

    At the northeast end of the bazaar (which is the main shopping strip) this ornate, two-tiered temple is dedicated to Durga. Its ancient walls are covered…

  • Khadga Devi Temple

    A wide flight of stone steps leads up the hillside to this barn-like temple, which enshrines the sword of Mukunda Sen, the 16th-century king of Palpa …

  • Silkworm Farm

    An offbeat choice, a visit to Silkworm Farm takes you through the fascinating process of how silk is produced. The farm comprises orchards of mulberry…

  • Padma Library

    There's a random collection of beaten-up books here, including a few English ones, but this small library is better known for its striking 18th-century…