Nuwakot Palace Complex
NepalDepartment of Archaeology
Nuwakot District, Bagmati Zone, Central Nepal
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Description
Nuwakot Palace Complex which was built in the 18th Century lies on the ancient trade route from the Kathmandu Valley to Tibet. The palace was built in the Malla style of architecture with the fort-like characteristics. The Complex comprises of the main Nuwakot Palace and various temples and shrines, the most prominent being the Bhairab Temple.