Kirtipur
Nepal · Province 3NP
Place in Bagmati, Nepal
Kirtipur is a Municipality and an ancient city of Nepal. The Newars are the natives of Kipoo (Kirtipur). It is located in the Kathmandu Valley 5 km south-west of the city of Kathmandu. It is one of the five dense municipalities in the valley, the others being Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur and Madhyapur Thimi. It is one of the most famous and religious places to visit. Many people visit this place not only for its natural environment but also to visit temples. The city was listed as a UNESCO tentative site in 2008.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 65,602
- Coordinates
- 27.679, 85.278
- Timezone
- Asia/Kathmandu
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Kirtipur
Kirtipur sits in Province 3, Nepal and reads as a mid-sized city. The population is roughly 65,602. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Visitors mostly come here for nature, culture and adventure.
Things to do in Kirtipur
Nature in Kirtipur
(12)For nature, expect Countryside, Desert, Forest, Gardens and Geological Formations. The category holds 12 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Kirtipur.
Culture in Kirtipur
(11)Culture lovers get Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Bridges, Cathedrals and Fountains. Everything listed here comes from what Kirtipur is actually tagged with. There are 11 tagged experiences in this group.
Adventure in Kirtipur
(5)Kirtipur records Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks, Boat Rides, Off Road Trails and Theme Parks under adventure. It is a direct read of Kirtipur's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Family in Kirtipur
(3)Kirtipur's family entries include Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. It is a direct read of Kirtipur's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Kirtipur
(3)Kirtipur records Swimming, Wakeboard and Water Skiing under water sports. All of it is drawn from Kirtipur's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Nightlife in Kirtipur
(2)Kirtipur records Events and Festival under nightlife. It is a direct read of Kirtipur's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Wellness in Kirtipur
(2)Looking for wellness? Kirtipur has Farms and Wellness. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Kirtipur.
Shopping in Kirtipur
(1)Kirtipur records Food under shopping. It is a direct read of Kirtipur's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Sports in Kirtipur
(1)For sports, expect Biking. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Kirtipur.
More to do in Kirtipur
(1)Other activities in Kirtipur covers Secret. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Kirtipur.
Best time to visit Kirtipur
Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Kirtipur still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Public transport from Province 3 reaches Kirtipur without much detour. Kirtipur runs on Asia/Kathmandu time.
Similar destinations
Places near Kirtipur that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kirtipur known for?
- In Province 3, Nepal, Kirtipur stands out for nature, culture and adventure. That mix defines the typical visit to this 65,602-strong destination.
- What can you do in Kirtipur?
- Options in Kirtipur run to Countryside, Desert, Forest, Gardens and Geological Formations — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Kirtipur?
- Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Kirtipur still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Kirtipur located?
- You will find Kirtipur in Province 3, Nepal. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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