Pasupatinath is the most important hindu temple in the Kathmandu valley standing on the banks of the holy Bagmati River . Various religious activities take place here almost every day. Sadhus (holy men) from many different countries especially from India , visit this temple to pay home to Lord Shiva.

The Buddhist temple of Swayambunath (also known as the Monkey Temple ) is proudly situated on the top of a hill. The uniue architecture of Swayambunath is one of the most easily recognizable symbols of Nepal . Once you are there, you have a panoramic view of the Kathmandu valley and the mountains surrounding the valley.