PashupatiNath and BoudhaNath - Private/Small Group
Overview
This small tour of maximum 5 people, allows travelers to understand the basics, of Hinduism and Buddhism as well as the scenario of these religions in Nepal and the religious harmony among the peoples and fusion of the cuisine too.
In Pashupatinath our experienced guide will explain the last rites of Hindus along with 16 Samskaras while in Boudhanath travelers will be familiar with Buddhism and the teachings of lord buddha.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- English speaking guide
✗ Not Included
- Pashupatinath (NRP 1000 about US$ 9) and Boudhanat (NRP 400 about US$ 4), to be paid in cash at the entrance.
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Pashupatinath is the oldest Hindu temple of Kathmandu Valley and important among the Hindu devotee around the globe. Only Hindus are allowed inside the main temple, so we pass by towards Aryaghat (crematoria) situated on the bank of Bagmati River. We will go through many shops selling religious items to pilgrims, telling names and importance of them in Hinduism.
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Stop 2
Aryaghat, The Crematoria is famous among the tourists as they can see how the last rites of Hindu people are done. Here we will talk about Shodasha Samskaras (16 rites of passage in Hindus life) The concept of Trinity God and basics of Hinduisms, along with stories like how Lord Ganesha got the elephant Head.
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Stop 3
Here, we will talk about the journey of Lord Shiva to this place and how it got its name. And explore the area.
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Stop 4
We will take a rest here and go ahead toward Boudhanath via Guhyeshwari Templetelling the story of Guru Gorakhnath and explain .
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Stop 5
We will go ahead toward Boudhanath telling the story of Satidevi and the concept of Shaktipeeth. it takes 20 minutes to reach Boudhanath.
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Stop 6
This is a second largest stupa of this kind in the world, famous for Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana Buddhism). Here we will Explore the basics of Buddhism like prayers flag and five elements, four noble truth, eightfold paths and thirteen steps to nirvana.
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Stop 7
Here, we will see how typical Buddhist monastery looks like and talks about guru Padmasambhava and Dharma Chakra Pariwartana.
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Stop 8
Here at thanka center/school of thanka painting, we will learn about intricate Thanka art and concept of mandala and learn the basics about healing Bowls. After we finish at this place we will end the tour at Boudha gate which is one block away.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
We meet all travellers at Gaushala Bus Stop. Our guide will be there at Gaushala Bus Stop 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. You can use the map provided along with this itinerary and locate the meeting point or Call/WhatsApp in given number.
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End Point
This tour ends at the Boudhanath Gate. Travelers are free to explore around the Boudhanath or go back to their place.
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Good to Know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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