The rich Nepalese civilization, evolving over many hundreds of years through countless manifestations revolves around the Kathmandu Valley. This is a source of great pride for Nepalese in the culture, tradition and heritage of their country. This heritage, common to all Nepalese, is one of the cornerstones of the concept of a Nepalese national identity differentiating Nepalese from the rest of world. The Kathmandu valley is considered to be the cultural cauldron of Nepal with amalgamation of Hindu and Buddhist religion. The unique architectural design of temples and houses has fascinated not only the modern tourists but also made an everlasting impression to seventh century Chinese scholar Hsuan Tsang who crossed this valley after journeying throughout nearly all of South Asia. He was fascinated with the beauty and grandeur of the Kathmandu Valley and its temples built in pagoda style with its multiple tiered roofs, fleshed in brick and wood. Taking consideration the Nepalese architectural boon, Kathmandu itself has become a living museum with ever smiling people embracing age-old tradition till today through their daily rituals. There are a few heritage hotels in Kathmandu which provide the ambience of traditional Nepalese house and Rana Palace. Hotel Shankar, Dwarika's Hotel and Hotel Yak & Yeti are the best example of heritage hotel in Nepal. Hotel Shanker is a palace built at the turn of the century by a Rana Maharaja with a penchant for French architecture, international cuisine and Eastern hospitality. Dwarika's is a museum of vanishing art and architectures of the Kathmandu Valley. Made up of old wooden pillar with pictures engraved, its modern facilities are upto mark. The Kathmandu valley is considered to be the cultural cauldron of Nepal with amalgamation of Hindu and Buddhist religion. The unique architectural design of temples and houses has fascinated not only the modern tourists but also made an everlasting impression to seventh century Chinese scholar Hsuan Tsang who crossed this valley after journeying throughout nearly all of South Asia. He was fascinated with the beauty and grandeur of the Kathmandu Valley and its temples built in pagoda style with its multiple tiered roofs, fleshed in brick and wood. Taking consideration the Nepalese architectural boon, Kathmandu itself has become a living museum with ever smiling people embracing age-old tradition till today through their daily rituals. There are a few heritage hotels in Kathmandu which provide the ambience of traditional Nepalese house and Rana Palace. Hotel Shankar, Dwarika's Hotel and Hotel Yak & Yeti are the best example of heritage hotel in Nepal. Hotel Shanker is a palace built at the turn of the century by a Rana Maharaja with a penchant for French architecture, international cuisine and Eastern hospitality. Dwarika's is a museum of vanishing art and architectures of the Kathmandu Valley. Made up of old wooden pillar with pictures engraved, its modern facilities are upto mark.
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