Panauti: A Living Newari Heritage Town
Just 32 km southeast of Kathmandu, Panauti is one of Nepal’s best-preserved medieval Newari towns. It sits at the sacred Tribeni confluence of the Punyamati and Roshi rivers. Its 13th-century Indreshwor Mahadev Temple, among the oldest pagoda-style temples in Nepal, anchors a historic townscape of carved windows, brick lanes and riverside shrines.
Today, Panauti is a model of community-based tourism. Travelers can stay in a traditional homestay, share home-cooked Newari meals with a local family, and explore temple courtyards at a gentle pace. Close to Namobouddha and Bhaktapur, it is an ideal, authentic start to your journey through Nepal.
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Nepal is home to the Himalayas, the world’s tallest mountain range, and to living traditions that have survived for centuries. This 8-day journey brings the country’s culture, community life and scenery together at a relaxed pace. Begin with a night at a community homestay in Panauti, sharing home-cooked meals with a Nepali family. Explore sacred…
