Bhaktapur is a home of medieval art and architecture.The city lies about 14 kilometers east of Kathmandu and can be reached by public transport and by trolley buses.

The urban city covers an area of 4 square miles and is in the shape resembeling a conch shell.

The major sightseeing places in Bhaktapur include:

Durbar Square which contains innumerable temples and other architectural showpieces such asthe Lion Gate, a Statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, a Picture Gallery, the Golden Gate, the Palace of 55 Windows, the Batsala Temple, the Bell of Barking Dogs, and a replica of Pashupatinath Temple.