Bhaktapur
also known as Bhadgaon (Nepali : भादगाँउ) or Khowpa (Nepal Bhasa :
ख्वप is one of the Newar town. "Khwopinggram" is the ancient name of
Bhaktapur. The term "Bhaktapur" refers to "The City Of Devotees". It was
once ruled by the Malla's until the middle of 15th century, then it was
conquered by the Shah dynasty. Bhakatapur has been enlisted in world
heritage.
Bhaktapur, one of the most richest city in art and architecture,
historical monuments and craft works, magnificent windows, pottery and
weaving industries, excellent temples, beautiful pond, rich local
customs, culture, religion, festivals, musical mystic and so on. The
male inhabitants of this city wear a special type of cap called the
Bhaad-gaaule topi. Mostly the temples of Bhaktapur is constructed in
pagoda and shikhara-style. The most important part of Bhaktapur is Fifty
Five window palace made up of brick and wood. It is one of the most
charming architectural showpieces of the Valley as it highlights the
ancient arts of Nepal. The golden effigies of the kings perched on the
top of stone monoliths, the guardian deities looking out from their
sanctuaries, the wood carvings in every place - struts, lintels,
uprights, tympanums, gateways and windows all seem to form a
well-orchestrated symphony.
The main items of interest in the Bhaktapur are The Lion Gate, Lu
Dhowka(The Golden Gate), The Palace of Fifty-five Windows, The Picture
Gallery, The Statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Batsala Temple, The
Pashupati Temple and so on.
Bhaktapur is also known as city of
festivals and celebrations. We celebrate festivals each month starting
from new year festival to the Holi puni festival at the end of the year.
The festival are Biska jatra(New year festival), , Mother's
Day(Mathathirtha Aushi), Buddha purnima (Buddha puni), Kumar
Khasti(SithiNakha), Gathamaga charya, Gaijatra(Guni puni), Father's day
(Aushi), Indra jatra (Pulukishi), Dashain(Nawarat), Tihar(Kija puja),
Sakima puni, Yomari puni, Maghe sankranti (Ghya chaku sankranti) and so
on.