Bodhnath Stupa

Stupa Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal

What to expect

Bodhnath Stupa, also known as Boudha Stupa, is a major spiritual landmark and one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world. It is located in Kathmandu, Nepal, and is considered the embodiment of the enlightened mind of all the Buddhas. The stupa is filled with consecrated substances and its massive mandala makes it a significant site for Tibetan Buddhists and local Nepalis. Visitors can walk around the stupa while repeating the mantra 'Om Mani Padme Hum' and explore the surrounding area, which is home to many Tibetan Gompas, monasteries, and restaurants. The stupa is also a popular tourist site and a great place to learn about Buddhism and Tibetan culture

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the temple, but had to be careful of the feral monkeys that have been known to bite visitors

Highlights: The kids were mesmerized by the temple ✨