We visited the ancient city of Bhaktapur. One of the first sights we walked by was a Buddhist temple. As is the case on many Buddhist temples (called Stupa) this one had the All Seeing Eyes of Buddha.
In front of the doorway to many of the homes in Bhaktapur is a sun symbol.
Wood and stone carvings are everywhere in this ancient city. This pic shows a support beam sticking out from an exterior wall. The end of the beam has been carved into an animal head.
An very old well. No longer in use. Polyethylene pipe is more sanitary but not as picturesque.
This beautiful stone carving was on a minor temple.
This metal sculpture was on the same temple. Note the 8 arms each holding a different symbol.
We were talking with our guide about peacocks in one of the city squares. He said that he knew a window with a great peacock carving. He took us back through some narrow side streets and this is what we saw. I don't think the picture does this amazing work or art justice.
The above 2 pictures are of the Nyatapola Temple which presides over the Taumadhi Square. Dating back to 1702 AD, the colossal five-storied edifice is the country’s tallest pagoda temple.
One of the most beautiful and examples of the ancient Nepali (Newari) architecture, the Golden Gate of Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a masterpiece not only of Nepal but of the world. This door is decorated with mysterious monsters and other mythical creatures and is of great archaeological, historical and religious importance. It was built by the King, Ranjit Malla in 1753
The lion statues dated to 1696.
The royal bath is surrounded by carvings and statues of Naga (cobra). These are deities that take the form of a snake.
The bath was filled from a golden spout. This was made in 1678.
In the middle of the pool a Naga rises up in the middle of the pool. If you come to Nepal, Bhaktapur is a must stop. We enjoyed our afternoon here a lot.
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