Among the three Durbar Squares, the Bhaktapur Durbar Square
is by far the most elegant with its large open space facing south. The Golden
Gate and the palace of 55 carved windows have added splendor to this palace
square which consists of buildings sating from the 13
th century to
18
th century. Bhaktapur's
landmark is the world famous five-tiered Nyatapola, or five-storeyed temple, built
in 1702 at Taumadhi Square. Bhaktapur is a living museum of arts and
architecture. Each and every piece of art speaks of the city's history. The
monuments and sculptures reflects reflect centuries-odd craftsmanship. The city
has suffered much from earthquakes, especially those of 1808, 1833, and 1934.
These earthqueks caused extensive damage to its ancient buildings. Yet ,
Despite the destruction, the external appearance of the city does not seem to
have changed much. Temples and monuments have been restored and preserved.
Dilapidated buildings have been restored and preserved .Dilapidated buildings
have been rebuilt or renovated in their original form. So the basic structure
of the town is intact.
Among the three Durbar Squares, the Bhaktapur Durbar Square
is by far the most elegant with its large open space facing south. The Golden
Gate and the palace of 55 carved windows have added splendor to this palace
square which consists of buildings sating from the 13th century to
18th century. Bhaktapur's
landmark is the world famous five-tiered Nyatapola, or five-storeyed temple, built
in 1702 at Taumadhi Square. Bhaktapur is a living museum of arts and
architecture. Each and every piece of art speaks of the city's history. The
monuments and sculptures reflects reflect centuries-odd craftsmanship. The city
has suffered much from earthquakes, especially those of 1808, 1833, and 1934.
These earthqueks caused extensive damage to its ancient buildings. Yet ,
Despite the destruction, the external appearance of the city does not seem to
have changed much. Temples and monuments have been restored and preserved.
Dilapidated buildings have been restored and preserved .Dilapidated buildings
have been rebuilt or renovated in their original form. So the basic structure
of the town is intact.
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