UNESCO World Heritage Site: Basantapur Durbar Square

in #photography6 years ago

Basantapur:


Basantapur is the heart of Nepal's capital city Kathmandu. At Basantapur we can see a lot of cultural and historical significance for the people of Nepal. Known for its rich culture and arts, Basantapur is the hub for tourists and visitors.
Basantapur Durbar Square is the heart and soul of Basantapur. It is one of the three Durbar Squares situated in the Kathmandu valley. Enlisted as a UNESCO cultural heritage site, this durbar square has attracted a lot of tourists from across the globe.



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Gaddhi Baithak:


A white neoclassical building at Basantapur known as Gaddhi Baithak stretches in the Basantapur palace area. This European style building was built as a part of the palace in the early twentieth century by Rana prime minister Chandra Shamsher During the reign of King Prithvi Bir Bikram Shah. The building is known to have been modelled after London National Gallery.



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