Boudhanath

Boudhanath is a Buddhist stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal, where a white dome rises 36 meters and is crowned by a square tower displaying painted Buddha eyes. The base forms a broad platform with three terrace levels where visitors and worshippers move freely.

The original structure emerged in the sixth century during King Songtsen Gampo's reign and became a destination for Buddhist pilgrims. Invasions in the fourteenth century caused damage, after which the structure was rebuilt.

The name derives from the Tibetan word for lord and points to its role as a spiritual center for Tibetans in Nepal. Monks in reddish-brown robes walk clockwise around the structure while turning prayer wheels mounted along the lower level.

The site sits eleven kilometers from central Kathmandu and opens its upper platform between five in the morning and six in the evening, extending to seven in summer. Access to the first terrace is free, while higher levels are reached by stairs.

The structure suffered heavy damage during the earthquake in 2015 and was fully restored through private donations. The work ended in 2016 with the placement of new relics inside the spire.

Location: Kathmandu

Height: 36 m

Part of: Kathmandu Valley

GPS coordinates: 27.72139,85.36194

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:37