Namobuddha

Namobuddha Travel

Namobuddha is one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Nepal located 40 kilometers southeast of Kathmandu valley situated at an elevation of 1750 m above sea level. Namobuddha is one of the most visit places near Kathmandu valley, perfect for the short escape for relaxation as it is far from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu, with no pollution, and the air is so fresh and cool. Along with Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Temple in Kathmandu, the Namobuddha Stupa is one of the three most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Nepal,and one of the three main buddhist Stupas of Kathmandu valley.

The beautiful stupa of Namobuddha stands on the slopes of the Gandha Malla Hill and it believes that it was built on the bones and hair of prince Mahasattva. It believes that prince Mahasattva is one of the former incarnations of Buddha Shakyamuni. One day while walking around the jungle with his 2 other brothers prince Mahasattva encountered with a very hungry tigress that was close to death from starvation and unable to feed her cubs. His two other brothers went away but in an act of compassion prince Mahasattva allowed the hungry tigress to consume him, a deed that transported him to the higher realms of existence. When his brothers came back to look for him they found only his bones and hair. The stupa was built on top of these remains.

With the Namobuddha Stupa, The Mahakala Temple, The Dewachen Temple, beautiful monastery, small local villages, are the major attractions of Namobuddha. It also offers the beautiful view of the snow-covered Himalayan ranges. Namobuddha is not only the Buddhist pilgrimage sites, it is also one of the most popular destination for day hikes, famous for short and easy hikes. Hiking from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha, hike from Balthali village to Namobuddha, hike from Namobuddha to Panauti and hike from Namobuddha to Phulchowki are some of the popular hikes.

Namobuddha is also one of the best places near Kathmandu for relaxation. If you are looking for a place where you can spend your day easy, relaxing at the hotel, enjoying nature, mountain at peace environment, Namobuddha is for you.