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Swayambhunath Stupa – Hindu temples in Kathmandu loop from Kathmandu

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Swayambhunath Stupa – Hindu temples in Kathmandu loop from Kathmandu

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Swayambhunath Stupa – Hindu temples in Kathmandu loop from Kathmandu

02:05

7.45km

140m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

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Parking

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2.47 km

Tibetan Buddhist Monastery

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Flag decorations indicate it: Buddhists come together here.

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3.09 km

View of Kathmandu from Swayambhunath

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If there is no smog, you have a great view of Kathmandu and the surrounding mountains.

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3.11 km

Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)

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A very beautiful temple where you can walk barefoot on top. There are many shops and restaurants surrounding it, where you can eat on the terrace overlooking the temple.

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3.16 km

Swayambhunath Stupa

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The climb is worth it, just for the view.

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4.40 km

Monkeys of Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)

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Those were the first free monkeys that I saw in Kathmandu. They didn't bother us but we also didn't get too close. I've heard from others that they got stuff like sunglasses stolen from them. So better be careful with your belongings.

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5.44 km

Hindu temples in Kathmandu

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Two small Hindu temples outside the tourist center.

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6.70 km

Thamel Mart Supermarket

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Thamel- love it or hate it! Nothing you can't find here, great vibe, nice people and amazing food

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6.78 km

Mandala Street Bazaar

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This is a great place to stock up on a meal or a drink.
There are a variety of nice shops in Mandala Street mainly for souvenirs, such as Jeevan Kala, which makes a wonderful selection of souvenirs from waste, which is well worth a visit.
There are also a number of nice coffee houses like Himalayan Coffee as well as restaurants like New Orleans that offer a nice rest and food in between shopping excursions.

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7.45 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.84 km

1.33 km

650 m

436 m

203 m

Surfaces

4.78 km

1.97 km

409 m

298 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,390 m)

Lowest point (1,290 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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Swayambhunath Stupa – Hindu temples in Kathmandu loop from Kathmandu

Tibetan Buddhist Monastery

View of Kathmandu from Swayambhunath

Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)

Swayambhunath Stupa

Monkeys of Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)

Hindu temples in Kathmandu

Thamel Mart Supermarket

Mandala Street Bazaar

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