55 Window Palace
55 Window Palace
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barcaranger
Andorra la Vella, Andorra2,615 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
Relatively undamaged by the earthquake and is a beautiful piece of architecture worth the effort. As with many things in Nepal a guide is big help and I recommend a private one so you can do it at your own pace
Written November 3, 2019
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photoguy66degrees
Huntington Beach, CA7,431 contributions
Jul 2014 • Friends
I spent two afternoons here looking at the numerous sites and sights from Nepal's colorful past. It has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is well preserved. It took two visits to be able to see everything here and I recommend the same for those who visit here as there is so much to see and photograph. I was even able to get a photo with a very willing Gurkha soldier who posed with me. I've heard so much about their fighting skills and, as a former soldier in the US Army, although no where near as fierce in reputation as him, that I just had to pose with him.
Written August 22, 2014
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Maayan K
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Very interesting structure which tells a story about old times. Beautiful for the architectural lovers. Don't skip a tour guide who will explain what lays beyond the building.
Written October 9, 2014
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Jolyon67
Melbourne, Australia5,672 contributions
Dec 2013 • Solo
The 55 window palace is a dominant building down the left side of Bhaktapur's Durbar Square. It was built by one of the early Malla Kings. There is a statue of its builder (King Bhupatindra Malla) just infront of the entrance. Not much of the palace was open when I visited. A guide led me through the golden doorway to the royal pool and that was all.
Written May 10, 2014
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The World is My Oyster
Orlando, FL21,653 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
We entered the area and were also told that one section could only be entered if you are of hindu origin. No pictures can be taken at that specific area. The rest is also nice with an old pool where the Queen used to bathe.
Written November 19, 2018
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Dubaide
Dubai, United Arab Emirates95 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
You can enter the palace (little 'Golden door' on the side) included in the Square fee. Not much visible nowadays after the earthquake but the pool is magnificent.
Inside the buildings there is also a Hindu temple, available only for hindus.
Inside the buildings there is also a Hindu temple, available only for hindus.
Written May 28, 2018
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Gianluigi L
Alghero, Italy231 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
What a disappoint .. in the top floor you find a restaurant . I bet is nice with a good view and good food but man, to follow the tourist exigence you cannot ruin such a historical beauty ... wordless
Written January 10, 2018
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Asiyah Noemi K
Pula, Croatia5,332 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
Bhaktapur is absolutely beautiful with its rich architecture and monuments.
The royal palace is located in the center of Bhaktapur Durbar square and look at it leaves us breathless. The Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1754. This is one of the few royal palaces where the wood is the most important element of the architectural structure. There is an entrance to several inner courtyards around the palace through the Golden Gate, one of the most lavish and important artefacts in Nepal today. Interestingly, today the 55 Window Palace still stands as Bhaktapur's Royal Palace on ceremonial occasions.
The royal palace is located in the center of Bhaktapur Durbar square and look at it leaves us breathless. The Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1754. This is one of the few royal palaces where the wood is the most important element of the architectural structure. There is an entrance to several inner courtyards around the palace through the Golden Gate, one of the most lavish and important artefacts in Nepal today. Interestingly, today the 55 Window Palace still stands as Bhaktapur's Royal Palace on ceremonial occasions.
Written December 24, 2017
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Mike D
USA29 contributions
Nov 2017 • Solo
This is an excellent example of woodcarving. There is exquisite in detail and the size both large in overall size of the windows and in detail in the craving in each of the windows. I didn't (though wanted to) count the number of windows. the workmanship is fabulous. The upkeep both then and now is spectacular. More than worth the time you will spend. After leaving you will wish you had spent more time. Excuse the dust as they are still recovering from the earthquake. If you only saw the palace you would never know.
Demand this style craft work for your next window project!
Demand this style craft work for your next window project!
Written December 22, 2017
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swopnil-himalayan
Kathmandu Valley, Nepal134 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
Located inside the main palace square of bhaktapur, this palace is excellent 17th century palace consists of 55 windows believed to be made each for 55 wives if a king of that era.
This is OK even after the earthquake of April/May .
This is OK even after the earthquake of April/May .
Written June 26, 2015
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