Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park

Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park is a protected area on the northern rim of the Kathmandu Valley, serving as both the primary watershed for the valley's drinking water and a vital green space for biodiversity. The park encompasses the Shivapuri and Nagarjun hills and protects a rich variety of flora, birds, and mammals within easy reach of the capital.Popular for day hikes, bird-watching, and the spiritual Bagdwar spring — source of the sacred Bagmati River — the park is a beloved natural retreat for Kathmandu's residents and an excellent introduction to Nepal's mid-hill forest ecosystems.