
Bhaktapur, one of the three historic cities of Kathmandu Valley, is about 10 miles(16 km) from the heart of the Kathmandu city. Bhaktapur, also known as Bhadgaon, is a medieval town glorified during the Malla era. Nyatapola is the tallest and most popular pagoda temple built by King Bhupatendra Malla.
Places of Interest - Golden Gate, 55-windowed Hall, National Art Gallery, Krishna Temple, Shiva Mandir Kumari Chowk, Sundari Chowk, Chyassilin Mandap, Nyatapola Temple - Dattatraya Temple are some of the few.