Temple Square

These ancient temples are a fine showcase for the traditional Newar architecture that is unique to Nepal. Each temple is adorned with intricate wood carving, both decorative and spiritual. The temples themselves are constructed of an special kind of oil brick, giving them shine and strength. The struts of the temples are able to hold up the roofs without any nails. These structures are so strong that they have withstood several major earthquakes without any real damage.

The Temple Square

December 9th 2007
The trip from the airport to our house was quite a shock for Lilia. Law abiding as she is, she was at once dismayed by the lack of car seat in the jeep which drove us home. Of course, there was no seatbelt either, so she spent the ride home clutching on to me in the back of the jeep. Worse than that, was the shock of the traffic situation. With no semblance of order as she knows it, she was gaspin ... read more

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In 1951, the Nepalese monarch ended the century-old system of rule by hereditary premiers and instituted a cabinet system of government. Reforms in 1990 established a multiparty democracy within the framework of a constitutional monarchy. A Maoist in... ... read more

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