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Swayambhunath Temple – Swayambhunath Stupa loop from Kathmandu

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Swayambhunath Temple – Swayambhunath Stupa loop from Kathmandu

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Swayambhunath Temple – Swayambhunath Stupa loop from Kathmandu

02:00

7.15km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

1.89 km

Traffic Jam at Indra Chowk

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It's almost impossible to get through at a narrow intersection.

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2

1.98 km

Hindu temples in Kathmandu

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Two small Hindu temples outside the tourist center.

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3

3.28 km

Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)

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Swayambhunath is a large Buddhist-Hindu temple complex in the western part of Kathmandu. Here, Buddhism and Hinduism go hand in hand.

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4

3.30 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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5

3.59 km

Swayambhunath Temple

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Also called the Monkey Temple, it lives up to its name
Now at this time (October is a big holiday) there are lots of people and everyone is dressed in their festive clothes

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3.87 km

Swayambhunath Stupa

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The climb is worth it, just for the view.

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7.15 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.73 km

1.76 km

935 m

455 m

278 m

Surfaces

3.51 km

3.39 km

221 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (1,390 m)

Lowest point (1,290 m)

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Sunday 25 October

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14°C

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The UV-index reading is high for much of your activity. Don’t forget sunscreen and consider bringing sunglasses.

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