Chandragiri Hills And Swayambhunath

A newly established tourist hub located atop the highest hill of southern west Kathmandu, Chandragiri hill top showcases magnificent view of Himalayan range and Kathmandu valley. The bottom of hill which is 12 kilometers far from central Kathmandu has all different kinds of options to approach the hilltop – hiking, cycling and cable car. There is a famous Hindu Temple of lord Shiva which is major attraction for local tourist. There are restaurants, hotels and Children Park which makes this spot attraction for family tour in Kathmandu. After spending couple of hours around the view point, you will drive back towards Kathmandu and stop at Swyambhunath Stupa another gorgeous hilltop listed on world heritage site. Also known as Monkey Temple. Swhyambhunath is a monkey town where you see hundreds of monkeys wondering around the temples, streets, houses and all over the forest which covers this holysite. Walk around the stupa as you roll the prayer wheels, watch the monkey activities, talk to the local craftsman, take as many photographs and look around the Kathmandu Valley. After all, you will have a day well spent in Kathmandu.