Dharma Roads
Kathmandu · Nepal · Himalaya
Boudhanath and Swayambhu
Two great stupas at the centre of Newar and Tibetan Buddhism, ringed by monasteries and butter-lamp shrines.
Local tip
Join the evening kora at Boudha. Walk clockwise with the crowd.
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- Kathmandu (KTM), 6 km
- Suggested stay
- 2 days
- Best season
- Oct, Nov, Mar, Apr
Visa and entry: Nepal
Visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport and main land borders: US$30 / $50 / $125 for 15 / 30 / 90 days.
Fill in the online arrival form before you land. Indian citizens need no visa. SAARC citizens, including Bangladeshis, get a free visa for up to 30 days on their first visit in a year.
Rough daily cost per person
| ৳ BDT | ₹ INR | US$ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | ৳3,660 | ₹2,640 | US$30 |
| Mid-range | ৳7,930 | ₹5,720 | US$65 |
| Comfort | ৳18,300 | ₹13,200 | US$150 |
Rooms, food, local transport and entry fees; international flights excluded. Exchange rates are approximate.
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Last updated: 2026-10-17