Swayambhu Collection

Swayambhunath (Swayambhu) (Monkey Temple) Buddhist stupa on a hill overlooking Kathmandu, taken at dawn with Orion in the sky behind the prayer flags, Kathmandu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nepal

Close-up of prayer flags at Swayambunath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Swayambhunath Stupa, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Sacred Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath Temple), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Sacred Monkey Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

The Buddhist stupa of Swayambu (Monkey Temple) (Swayambhunath), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Tibetan Buddhist Swayambhunath Temple Kathmandu
Spires at the famous Tibetan Buddhist Swayambhunath Temple site in Swayambhu, Kathmandu, Nepal

Stupa and prayer flags in the Whochen Thokjay Choyaling Monastery, Swayambhu, Nepal, Asia

Swayambhu (Monkey Temple), Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Prayer wheels, Swayambhu (Monkey Temple), Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Man lights butter lamps in the early morning inside the Buddhist Deva Dharma Mahavihar temple on the edge of Swayambhunath (Swayambhu) (Monkey Temple) stupa on a hill above Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

A monk lights butter lamps on gilded shrine at base of stupa at dawn, Swayambhunath (Swayambhu) (Monkey Temple) Buddhist stupa on a hill overlooking Kathmandu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nepal, Asia

The eyes on the Buddhist stupa of Swayambhu (Swayambhunath) (Monkey Temple), Kathmandu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nepal, Asia

The Buddhist temple of Swayambhu (Swayambhunath) (Monkey Temple), overlooking Kathmandu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Himalayan mountains beyond, rising to over 6000m, Nepal, Asia

A monk walks clockwise around the buddhist stupa called Swayambhu or Swayambhunath, Kathmandu, Nepal

Stupas at the base of Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

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Swayambhu, also known as the Monkey Temple, is a sacred Buddhist site located in Kathmandu, Nepal. This UNESCO World Heritage Site holds immense cultural and religious significance in Asia. The Swayambhunath Stupa stands tall at its center, adorned with colorful prayer flags that flutter gently in the wind. A close-up of these prayer flags reveals intricate designs and symbols representing prayers and blessings. As you explore this ancient temple complex, you will encounter mischievous monkeys who call it their home. The Tibetan Buddhist Swayambhunath Temple is a place of tranquility and spirituality where devotees come to seek enlightenment and offer their prayers. The atmosphere here is serene yet vibrant with the chants of monks echoing through the air. In Whochen Thokjay Choyaling Monastery within Swayambhu, you can witness stunning stupas surrounded by prayer flags that create a mesmerizing sight against the backdrop of Nepal's breathtaking landscape. As you wander through this enchanting site, spinning prayer wheels along your path brings about a sense of peace and harmony. These wheels are believed to spread positive energy as they rotate under your touch. At the base of Swayambhunath Stupa lie smaller stupas that add to its grandeur. Each stupa represents an important aspect of Buddhism and serves as a reminder of its teachings. Visiting this Buddhist stupa allows one to immerse themselves in centuries-old traditions while experiencing the rich heritage that defines Nepal's spiritual identity.