Attraction
Namobuddha
Sacred Buddhist hill where the Buddha fed a tigress
Namobuddha is one of the most sacred Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Nepal, located on a forested hilltop in Kavrepalanchok District. According to Buddhist legend, a compassionate prince — a previous incarnation of the Buddha — offered his own body to a starving tigress and her cubs at this very spot.The site features a beautiful stupa, a thriving monastery complex with monks in residence, and sweeping views of the Himalayan foothills, making it both a deeply spiritual and visually rewarding destination.
Highlights
Sacred Buddhist stupa
Legend of Prince Mahasattva
Active monastery
Himalayan foothills views
Practical Info
Address
Namobuddha, Kavrepalanchok District, Bagmati Province
Opening Hours
Daily 5am–7pm