Dharahara, also called Bhimsen Tower, has been a symbol of Kathmandu since Prime Minister Bhimsen Thapa built the original in 1832 at Sundhara. Damaged in the 1934 earthquake, it was rebuilt, then collapsed again in the 2015 earthquake. A new Dharahara was inaugurated on 24 April 2021.
Quick answer: The new tower stands beside the old base in Sundhara, a short walk from New Road and Ratna Park. Buy a ticket for the viewing deck for wide views over the city and, on clear days, the Himalaya.
Dharahara at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Sundhara, central Kathmandu |
| Originally built | 1832, by Bhimsen Thapa |
| Collapsed | 1934 (damaged) and 2015 |
| Rebuilt | Opened 24 April 2021 |
| Visit | Viewing deck with ticket |
Things to do
- Climb to the viewing deck.
- See the remains of the old tower base.
- Walk to New Road and Asan.
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