Patan Museum: Your Guide to Art and History in Durbar Square - Nepal Purple Travel Guide

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Patan Museum is a cultural gem that brings Nepal’s rich artistic, religious, and architectural heritage vividly to life. Housed in a beautifully restored former royal palace of the Malla kings, the museum is a must-visit for travelers interested in Hindu and Buddhist art, traditional craftsmanship, and the history of the Kathmandu Valley.

Once the seat of kings, Royal Palace now houses the museum building which holds over 1,500 artifacts, with a focus on bronze and gilt copper sculptures, ritual objects, and sacred images from both Hindu and Buddhist traditions. The exhibits have labels in English.

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Highlights of the Patan Museum

Some of the highlights of the Patan Museum include:

• Ancient sculptures of Hindu deities like Shiva, Vishnu, and Krishna.

• Buddhist icons such as Avalokiteshvara, Tara, and the Buddha in various forms.

• Displays on Nepali metal casting techniques, woodcarving, and temple symbolism.

Admission to the Patan Museum

Admission to the museum is included in your general admission ticket for Patan Durbar Square.

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