Swayambhunath

Swayambhunath: A Practical Guide to Kathmandu’s Hilltop Stupa

Swayambhunath is more than a viewpoint and a monkey problem. This guide covers the 365 steps, the 150-step final ascent, the Buddhist institutions on the hill, the 2015 earthquake damage, the reconstructed Shantipur temple, tickets, food, weather, and the realities of guiding a group here.

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