Sightseeing · Bhaktapur
Nyatapola Temple
Nepal's tallest pagoda — five tiers guarded by stone wrestlers, elephants and griffins.
- Rating
- ★ 4.7 (3100)
- Price
- $
- Address
- Taumadhi Square, Bhaktapur 44800
Nyatapola Temple towers over Taumadhi Square as the tallest pagoda in Nepal — five graceful tiers rising about 30 metres from a steep stepped plinth. Built in 1702, it has withstood the valley's major earthquakes and remains Bhaktapur's signature landmark.
What to look for
- The five pairs of guardians flanking the stairway — legendary wrestlers, elephants, lions, griffins and goddesses — each said to be ten times stronger than the figure below.
- The carved wooden struts and tiered roofs, classic Newar craftsmanship.
Good to know
- Climb the plinth steps for the best views and photos across Taumadhi Square.
- It's a short walk from Bhaktapur Durbar Square and the working Pottery Square.
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is the Nyatapola Temple?+
At five storeys and around 30 metres, Nyatapola is the tallest pagoda-style temple in Nepal. It was built in 1702 under King Bhupatindra Malla and famously survived major earthquakes intact.
Can you go inside the Nyatapola Temple?+
The inner sanctum is closed to the public, as the temple is dedicated to the tantric goddess Siddhi Lakshmi. Visitors climb the stepped stone plinth, which offers great views over Taumadhi Square.
