Tourism

2 weeks before Rato Machindranath chariot festival, Minnath and Machhindranath god is placed in the kalash for 8 days.

Festival of Colors Holi is celebrated in Nepal to mark the arrival of spring, symbolize the triumph of good over evil and signifies the end of winter. It’s a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated by people of all ages and backgrounds with water and colored powder, fostering unity and joy. Holi is celebrated on the last

According to the Nepal Samvat, Sillathwa Dwadashi Tithi is known as Bhin Dwadashi of Bhima Dwadashi and there is a practice of worshiping Bhimsen (Bhin dyo). Bhimsen Jatra (festival) is celebrated by the Newar community in Patan, who believe Bhimsen is the god of wealth and business. This year the Jatra happens in the daytime

Patan Municipality has published a new tourist information booklet short explaning the significance of the historical sites along with  city heritage map, which is being distributed form January 2025.