Narayanhiti Palace
About This Museum
So, you know how Kathmandu is this crazy, bustling city? Right in the middle of it all is the Narayanhiti Palace, which feels like a world away from the honking scooters. It's a seriously strange and fascinating place to visit because it was the home of Nepal's kings for so long, but now you can just walk right in. The vibe is heavy, though—you're constantly aware that this is where the entire royal family was killed in 2001. It’s less a grand tour of opulence and more a quiet, sobering look into a recent, tragic chapter of history.
Collection Highlights
You'll see the king's old fleet of vintage cars first, which is pretty cool. But the real draw are the royal jewels and crowns glittering away in heavily guarded cases. They even let you peek into the very room where the crown prince's infamous massacre took place, which is chilling.
Visitor Information
Just a heads up, you can't bring bags or phones inside—they have lockers at the gate. It's best to go with one of their guided tours to really understand what you're looking at.
Architecture & Building
From the outside it looks like a stark, white 1970s government building, but inside you'll find these grand halls with intricate Nepali woodwork and giant chandeliers.
Contact & Location
Address: Narayanhiti Palace Museum, नारायणहिटी मार्ग, कमलपोखरी, नारायण चौर, Kathmandu-01, काठमाडौँ महानगरपालिका, काठमाडौं, बागमती प्रदेश, 66400, नेपाल
Phone: +977 1-4227844
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