Jhigu Chhen Homestay and Café

Available local infrastructure

• Health Post – just 200 m from the homestay (2–3 minutes’ walk)
• Local Shops – convenience goods, snacks, and daily essentials within 1–2 minutes’ walk
• Bus Stop – nearby stop with direct routes to Kathmandu, Nagarkot, and Bhaktapur’s outskirts (approx. 5 minutes’ walk)
• Tribhuvan International Airport – around 12 km / 30–40 minutes by taxi, depending on traffic

What is included

• Bed and Breakfast
• Simple Breakfast included in room rate

Local tourist attraction

1. Bhaktapur Durbar Square & Surrounding Gems

• A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring a rich collection of temples, palaces, and courtyards like

the Golden Gate, 55-Windows Palace, Taumadhi Square, and the iconic Nyatapola Temple.

• Pottery Square nearby offers a hands-on glimpse into local craftsmanship, with opportunities to try pottery yourself.

2. Dattatraya Temple

• Literally in front of our homestay — one of Bhaktapur’s oldest temples (built 1427 AD) believed to be made from a single tree.

• Famous for intricate wooden carvings and cultural festivals.

• Perfect for sunrise or evening light photography.

3. Peacock Window

• A 2-minute walk from Jhigu Chhen.

• Nicknamed “Nepal’s Mona Lisa” — the most exquisite wooden window carving in the valley.

• Hidden in a narrow alley near Pujari Math, so it feels like a treasure hunt.

4. Pujari Math & Woodcarving Museum

• Less than 3 minutes away.

• A restored 15th-century building showcasing Bhaktapur’s woodcraft tradition.

• Great for understanding the artistry behind Newari architecture.

5. Changu Narayan Temple

• One of Nepal’s oldest, dating back to the 4th (or 5th) century, perched on a hill with sweeping valley views. Renowned for meticulous stone and wood carvings.

• About 6–12 km from central Bhaktapur—reachable via a short drive, hike, or even by cycling.

6. Nagarkot

• A scenic hill station (~32 km from Kathmandu, in the Bhaktapur District), renowned for spectacular sunrises and Himalayan vistas, including Everest on clear mornings.

• Great for hiking or staying overnight to soak in crisp mountain views

7. Kailashnath Mahadev Statue (Sanga)

• The world’s tallest Shiva statue (143 ft), located in Suryabinayak, Bhaktapur District. Offers panoramic valley views and a memorable spiritual experience.

8. Insightful Cultural & Nature Stops

• Siddha Pokhari: The largest traditional pond in Bhaktapur, peaceful and photogenic—especially atmospheric during Indra Jatra with lamps lit around its edge.

• Thimi Town: Just a short ride from Bhaktapur, this quieter Newari town is famous for pottery and masked-dance traditions.

• Nala Gumba: A serene Tibetan monastery offering tranquility and hilltop views; open to visitors on Saturdays.

• Pilot Baba Ashram & Ranikot: Ideal for peaceful hikes or drives with sweeping valley panoramas—great spots for photography or quiet reflection.

• Balkumari Temple (Thimi): A historic 17th-century shrine with unique peacock decoration and central role in the local Sindoor Jatra festival.