Sightseeing in Nepal:
Tourisrts come in Nepal not only for trekking or Mountaineering. Nepal has many things for tourists. One of them is Sightseeing. There are many things to see either in Kathmandu, around kathmandu or outside of Kathmandu.

Some of the best places for Sightseeing in Kathmandu are:

Pashupatinath Temple:
This is the holiest temple for Hindu people. This is the temple dedicated to Lord Pashupatinath. Many people from different part of Asia visit this Temple. It is crowded in the festivals like Shivaratri, Teej, Balachaturdasi. Shiva is the national God of Nepal and Pashupatinath is the holiest temple for Nepalese people.

Boudhanath:
This is the sacred place for Buddhist people. Possibly the world's largest stupa and have Tibetan Buddhist Culture in Nepal. The stupa is located on the ancient trade route to Tibet, and Tibetan merchants rested and offered prayers here for many centuries.

Swayambhunath:
This is also the Buddhist stupa. It is famous as monkey temple. It is located on the hill. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols in Nepal and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all that ascend the worn stone steps. It is a World Heritage Site.

Kathmandu Durbar Square:
This is the old palace. Although king no longer live in this palace but coronation ceremony is done here. Actually Durbar Square is the "Heart "historic seat of Royalty. It includes old temples and palaces.

Patan Durbar Square:
The ancient city of Patan, lying 5km southeast of Kathmandu, is known as the city of fine arts. The city is bursting with Hindu temples and Buddhist monuments. Patan Durbar square is listed as world heritage site. The Patan Durbar Square consists of three main chowks or courtyards: the central Mul Chok, Sundari Chowk and Keshar Narayan Chowk

Outside of the Kathmandu, people can go following places for sightseeing.

Dhulikhel:
A typical village of Dhulikhel is situated 30 Kms east of Kathmandu City on the side of Arniko Highway to the Tibetan border. From here one can own a complete panoramic view of the snowy flanks ranging from east to west.

Panauti:
Panauti is said as the best place to see Nepalese woodcarving particularly temple struts.
Panauti forms the shape of a triangle with a serpent (Naga) idol standing at each of its three corners to protect from floods. It possesses a number of interesting temples, one of which perhaps to be the oldest in Nepal.

Palanchowk Bhagwati:
It is 40 km north-east of the Kathmandu city. Palanchowk Bhagwati is situated over the hill overlooking the valley of Panchkhal. It is very famous temple and dedicated to Goddesses Bhagawati.

Namo Bauddha
It can be reached through two routes, thus forming an interesting hilly circuit for trekkers and adventurers. Most popular route is through Dhulikhel from where it is about 12 Kms. It is an ideal place for in meditation.

Kakani:
Kakani is located 29 km northwest of Kathmandu at an altitude of 1982 m above sea level and is famous for the magnificent view over Kathmandu Valley and the northwestern Himalayas ranges against the vastness of the sky. A majestic view of the sunset can also be seen from this place.

NAGARKOT:
Nagarkot is a popular tourist resort of Nepal situated 32 km east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 2175m above sea level. After an hour long exciting and winding drive you will be above to feel the cool breeze of air blowing endlessly into your face, and see the widest range of Himalayas including Mount Everest with bare eyes. It is also one of the best spots to visit for unmatched sunrise and sunset views.

DAMAN:
For those seeking the ultimate pan-Himalayan view, Daman is the place to go. Located 80km southwest of the Kathmandu Valley, Daman (2400m) offers the only unimpeded view of the entire Himalayan range. Daman is located on the Tribhuvan Highway between Kathmandu and the town of Birgunj. There is a view tower fitted with long range telescope. Daman can be reached in four hours from Kathmandu.