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Hindu temples in Kathmandu – Swayambhunath Stupa loop from Kathmandu

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Hindu temples in Kathmandu – Swayambhunath Stupa loop from Kathmandu

Easy

5.0

(3)

120

hikers

Hindu temples in Kathmandu – Swayambhunath Stupa loop from Kathmandu

01:30

5.16km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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930 m

Traffic Jam at Indra Chowk

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

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1.02 km

Hindu temples in Kathmandu

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Two small Hindu temples outside the tourist center.

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2.33 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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2.53 km

Swayambhunath Sacred Well

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You could also throw coins into the fountain ⛲️ for 🍀.

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2.75 km

Swayambhunath Stupa

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The climb is worth it, just for the view.

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2.78 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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3.39 km

Tibetan Buddhist Monastery

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Flag decorations indicate it: Buddhists come together here.

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5.16 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.15 km

1.00 km

680 m

309 m

Surfaces

3.15 km

1.46 km

298 m

218 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,390 m)

Lowest point (1,290 m)

Weather

Monday 22 June

31°C

21°C

68 %

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Hindu temples in Kathmandu – Swayambhunath Stupa loop from Kathmandu

Traffic Jam at Indra Chowk

Hindu temples in Kathmandu

Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)

Swayambhunath Sacred Well

Swayambhunath Stupa

View of Kathmandu from Swayambhunath

Tibetan Buddhist Monastery

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