Bhaktapur is also called as Bhadgaon or Khwopa. It is an ancient Newari town which is situated 14 km east of Kathmandu city. It is one of the 3 historic cities of Kathmandu Valley. You can easily reach Bhaktapur by a taxi or by a Bhaktapur Express from Bag Bazar bus stop.
Bhaktapur means "the city of devotees". The city is famous for Yoghurt. Bhaktapur is a home of traditional art and architecture, pottery and weaving industries, rich in local customs and culture. There are many places to visit in Bhaktapur, Like :-
Bhaktapur Durbar Square - It is one of the world heritage sites in the country. It reflects rich culture, art and architectural designs. Golden gate is the enterance to the main countyard of the Palace of 55 windows. This Golden gate was known as the world's most beautiful and richly carved specimens.
Nyatapole Temple - This temple is 30m tall and it is the tallest temple in the Kathmandu Valley built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1708 AD. It has a figures of wrestlers, elephant, lion, griffins and goddesses on its five terraces.
Bhairavnath Temple - It was originally built by King Jagar Jyoti Malla as one-storey pagoda but in 1718 AD King Bhupenda Malla changed it into a three storey temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Bhairav who is the god of Terror.
Dattatraya Temple - This temple was built in 1427 AD and it is said that it was built from a single tree.
Bhaktapur National Art Gallery - You can see the rare paintings, manuscripts with painted covers. Gallery also contains brass, bronze, stone and wooden images. It shows the medieval art tradition of Nepal.
Tourists has to pay an entry fee to visit the Bhaktapur Durbar Square.