Nuwakot

Nuwakot is a small, still merely ignored town which, though, has a big importance in the history of Nepal. Indeed, this is from there that the King Prithvi Narayan Shah planned and started his campaign of unification of Nepal in 1750.
The town is located at the top of a hill, a strategic position with a view on the convergence of the Tadi and the Trishuli Rivers.

Nuwakot is situated in the north of Kathmandu and is reachable by bus and car after a 3-4 hours journey.
A trip to Nuwakot is regarding with views of green forests on one side and terraced cultivation on the other. With a stay in Nuwakot, you can experience the country side lifestyle and meet with local people.

MAIN ATTRACTIONS OF NUWAKOT:

Nuwakot Palace

Also called Nuwakot Fortress, this complex of three Palaces has been built in the 18th Century right after the departure of the King Prithvi Narayan Shah. Only one of these three Palaces is opened for the public, it is called the Seven Stories Palace. The top floor window of the fortress encapsulates the panoramic view of Trisuli and Tadi valleys.

Bhairabi Mandir

Bhairabi Mandir, a two pagodas temple, is a famous place to visit in Nuwakot.
During the annual Bhairabi Festival held in months of Chaitra (March-April), the priest, under the influence of divine powers, drinks the blood of sacrificed animals, such as goats and buffalos, straight from the cut neck. This is the way for him to renew his power.