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- Kathmandu
- Changu Narayan Temple
Changu Narayan Temple
Dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu, Changu Narayan Temple is
situated on a ridge overlooking the Kathmandu Valley, and is one of
the oldest and most impressive examples of pagoda architecture in
Nepal, believed to be 1,600 years old. The complex is a UNESCO
World Heritage Site, and is known for its incredible woodcarvings,
metal inscriptions and stone statues adorning the courtyard, all
dating between the 5th and 13th centuries.
Information & Facts
Address
Nine miles (15km) from Kathmandu
Admission
NPR 20 (extra NPR 20 charged for cameras)
Language
Nepali is the official language. English is spoken in all
major tourist areas.
Money
The official currency is the Nepali Rupee (NPR), which is
divided into 100 paisa. As change can be a problem it is
recommended that visitors have a supply of small notes handy.
Tourist activities are often quoted in US Dollars and it is
advisable to carry new dollar bills in varied denominations. Both
Euro and US dollar travellers cheques are widely accepted in
tourist areas and can be cashed easily in most banks and major
hotels throughout the country. There are ATMs in Kathmandu and
Pokhara. Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are
accepted in many tourist hotels, shops, restaurants and travel
agencies. Banks and moneychangers are present in all tourist places
and in the major cities; all receipts from foreign exchange
transactions should be kept so rupees can be exchanged back into
foreign currencies on departure. Cash is needed when trekking.