Kirtipur- (An Insight)

Kirtipur, an ancient city of Nepal that lies 6 kilometers away from Kathmandu stands for glory. The city is well known for resisting the Gurkha invasion back in the seventeenth century and is immensely rich in both culture and history. The Newar culture that is praised all over Nepal was first originated in Kirtipur. The major attraction of the Kirtipur tours in Nepal are Chilamachu Stupa, Bagh Bhairav temple, and Uma Maheshwar temple. The popularity of the region is constantly growing with the increase in visitants to praise the originating land of Newar. They were the major power in the Nepalese kingdom until their succession by Gurkhas. With so much history in itself, the city has a religious significance as well. Many important temples of Hindu deities are present in this region. It is an excellent destination for the people watching out for peace. Due to the connections with Lord Shiva, Bagh Bhairav temple makes the most visited place in Kirtipur. With so many moving pieces, this city is a tourist-favorite place and a cultural hub as well.