Namo Buddha, on a hilltop east of Dhulikhel, is one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Nepal. According to legend, a prince who would become the Buddha in a later life gave his body to a starving tigress and her cubs here. A stupa marks the spot, and a large Tibetan Buddhist monastery stands on the ridge above, with views of the Himalaya.
Quick answer: Namo Buddha is about 1.5–2 hours by road from Kathmandu, or a 3–4 hour hike from Dhulikhel. Visit the stupa, the monastery and the shrine of the tigress. You can stay overnight in the monastery guesthouse.
Namo Buddha at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | East of Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchok district |
| Significance | Legend of the prince and the tigress |
| Access | Road, or hike from Dhulikhel |
| Stay | Monastery guesthouse |
| Best time | October–April |
Things to do
- Visit the stupa and the shrine of the tigress.
- Join morning prayers at the monastery.
- Hike between Dhulikhel and Namo Buddha.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Namo Buddha is a peaceful day or overnight trip. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.