Swayambunath Collection

Courtyard with chorten, Swayambunath (Monkey Temple), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Central Stupa and Buddha eyes, Swayambunath (Monkey Temple), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Swayambunath or Monkey Temple, Central Stupa and Buddha eyes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Prayer mill in front of the Swayambunath Temple, Monkey Temple, a Buddhist temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu Valley. Dawn lights the face of Swayambunath and the prayer flags near Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu Valley. Bright colored prayer flags flutter in the wind at Swayambunath stupa near Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu Valley. Pigeons cover the stupa at Swayambunath near Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Colorful flags loft prayers to heaven at Swayambunath, the largest Buddhist stupa in the country, near Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu Valley. Swayambunath, an important center for Buddhist learning, is near Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu. Swayambunath, on a hill west of Kathmandu, and a World Heritage Site, is the oldest sacred building in Nepal

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu Valley. A zoom lens creates a misty vision of the eyes of Swayambunath stupa, Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Asia, Nepal, Kathmandu Valley. A blurred exposure accents the eyes of the Swayambunath Stupa in Kathmandu, a World Heritage Site, Nepal

Asia; Nepal; Kathmandu. Eyes of Buddha on stupa

Detail of Buddha image at base of stupa, Swayambunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

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Swayambunath, also known as the Monkey Temple, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Kathmandu, Nepal. The temple's courtyard is adorned with chortens, creating a serene and spiritual atmosphere. As you explore further, your eyes are drawn to the majestic Central Stupa and its iconic Buddha eyes that seem to watch over the entire valley. At dawn, the first rays of light illuminate Swayambunath's face and fill it with an ethereal glow. Prayer mills can be seen in front of the temple, where devotees offer their prayers and seek blessings. Brightly colored prayer flags flutter in the wind, carrying wishes and aspirations towards heaven. Pigeons flock around the stupa, covering it like a living tapestry. Their presence adds to the sacred ambiance of this important Buddhist center for learning. Swayambunath sits proudly on a hill west of Kathmandu cityscape - a symbol of spirituality amidst urban chaos. With a zoom lens capturing its essence from afar, Swayambunath appears misty yet captivating; its enigmatic eyes inviting you into another realm. This largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal stands tall as a testament to centuries-old traditions and beliefs. In Asia's enchanting country of Nepal lies this gem called Swayambunath - an architectural marvel that beckons visitors from all corners of the world. Its vibrant colors and rich history make it an unforgettable experience for those seeking solace or simply wanting to immerse themselves in Nepalese culture.