Day Exploration in Medieval Villages

Your journey starts with a vantage point where one can behold the entire village of Bungamati and Khokana. It’s very close to the Tibetan refugee Camp of Jawalakhel.. Around 5000 people live in Bungmati and 3000 inhabitants in Khonkana village that offers Bajra Barahi Shrine. Barahi is the designation of one of the Mother Goddesses Ajima. The temple was built 500 years ago. Bungmati is 20 minutes to walking distance from Khokana. In these 2 villages, travelers can explore the typical Newari houses and their lifestyles. Bungamati is still not influenced by the modern society just a few kilometers far from the village; Bungamati shows true beauty of the still living age old culture and civilization. Walking down the lanes of Bungamati, you will see the people are getting involved on the working intricate designs in wood and stone carving. It’s really interesting to see the hanging red chilly garland on the wall of their house. This is why Bungamati and Khokana look always colorful. The Chilly and mustard oil of Khokana is still popular in Kathmandu valley.