Patan Museum
About This Museum
You might not expect to find one of Asia's finest museums tucked away in a former royal palace courtyard, but that's the magic of Patan. It feels less like a sterile gallery and more like wandering through a living, breathing piece of history. The collection is an intimate journey into the spiritual artistry of the Kathmandu Valley, where every bronze deity and intricately carved wooden torana has a story. It’s the kind of place that makes you stop and truly look, absorbing the quiet devotion captured in metal and wood.
Collection Highlights
The museum shines with its breathtaking bronzes, particularly the serene Malla-period statues of Hindu gods and Buddhist deities. Don't miss the ritual crowns and ornaments; seeing them up close gives you a sense of the grandeur they once held in ceremonies.
Visitor Information
It's right on Patan Durbar Square, so it's easy to weave into a day of exploring. The entrance fee is modest and absolutely worth it for the peaceful respite from the square's bustle.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a beautifully restored 18th-century Malla palace, the building itself is a masterpiece with its intricately carved wooden windows, red brick courtyards, and traditional Newari architecture.
Contact & Location
Address: Patan Musem, Patan Durbar Square, मङ्गल बजार, पाटन, Lalitpur-16, ललितपुर, ललितपुर महानगरपालिका, ललितपुर, बागमती प्रदेश, 44707, नेपाल
Phone: +977 1-5521492
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