Kathmandu Spiritual Sites: Bodhnath & Pashupatinath Tour
Overview
Embark on a spiritual adventure through Kathmandu's rich heritage that takes you on an unforgettable, multifaith journey! Start at Boudhanath, where you'll immerse yourself in Buddhism. Partake in kora, rotate prayer wheels, visit the monastery, and pay your respects like the locals. Then, explore the vibrant Hindu culture at Pashupatinath, one of Hindus' holiest sites. Glimpse the life of the sadhus, witness people get their future read by a local palm reader, witness cremations along the Bagmati River, and partake in the mesmerizing Aarati ritual – an enchanting offering of lights at Pashupatinath Temple.
What you’ll do
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Boudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world and a centre of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. Rotate the prayer wheels along with local Buddhists
Thamel is the starting point of the tour. A vibrant tourist centre, it has everything from hotels to restaurants to shops, spa, clubs, you name it. You will board your vehicle at the meeting point at Thamel, Hotel Moonlight to drive to Boudhanath Stupa.
Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest Hindu shrines and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Witness the life of Shadus- the Hindu Holy Men and get an acquaintance of a local palm-reader in Pashupatinath (The fee is not included).Also witness the evening "Aarati" – an offering of lights to the Lord at Pashupatinath Temple.
What’s included
- Join a Local English-speaking Nepali guide
- Visit the two UNESCO Heritage Sights - Boudhanath & Pashupatinath
- Get an expert insight into Hinduism and Buddhism
- Take part in the evening "Arati" – an offering of lights to the Lord at Pashupatinath Temple.
From €55
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