Lalitpur City Map
Lalitpur, also known as Patan, is the third-largest city in Nepal, just south of Kathmandu across the Bagmati River. It is famous for its Durbar Square, Newar craftsmanship in metal and wood, and Buddhist courtyards.
Key Facts
DistrictLalitpur
ProvinceBagmati
Population284,922
Elevation1350 m
About Lalitpur
Lalitpur, also known as Patan, is the third-largest city in Nepal, just south of Kathmandu across the Bagmati River. It is famous for its Durbar Square, Newar craftsmanship in metal and wood, and Buddhist courtyards.
Lalitpur lies in Lalitpur District, Bagmati Province, at an elevation of about 1350 m.
Nearby
- Pashupatinath Temple - Sacred Hindu temple, UNESCO site
- Boudhanath Stupa - One of largest stupas in world
- Swayambhunath - Monkey Temple, ancient stupa
- Durbar Square Kathmandu - Royal palace complex, UNESCO site
- Durbar Square Patan - Ancient Newari architecture
- Durbar Square Bhaktapur - Best preserved durbar square
- Nagarkot - Himalayan viewpoint near Kathmandu
- Kathmandu - Capital city of Nepal
- Bhaktapur - City of Devotees, UNESCO site
- Hetauda - Industrial city, Bagmati capital
Frequently Asked Questions
Which district is Lalitpur in?
Lalitpur is in Lalitpur District, Bagmati Province.
How high is Lalitpur?
Lalitpur is at an elevation of about 1350 m.