Overview

Bandipur is a picturesque town nestled in the Himalayan foothills of Nepal located some 140 km away from Kathmandu, a land famous for its natural beauty and hospitality of its people. Situated on a hilltop above the highway town of Dumre, Bandipur captivates every visitor with its cultural appeal and pristine scenery. This Newar town has maintained its age-old flavour, and presents sightseers a heady mix of history, architecture, incredible views, awesome caves and unspoiled landscapes.

Bandipur is also known as a natural view tower and indeed, one can enjoy a spectacular panorama of the entire Annapurna Range, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Langtang. Apart from the stunning views of the Himalaya and the Marsyangdi valley, a visit to this town also provides an opportunity to visitor to get a close look at Newar cultural life as it is an outpost of the refined civilization of Kathmandu valley. With its varied attractions ranging from artistic to scenic, Bandipur entices visitors of all ages to discover the allure it has.