Probably the best places in Nepal. It was an amazing place to Visit

Very nice palace, best wood carving .

Nice place to visit with family and friends and solo too 😗. Near to this Palace public toilet is just 2 minutes far for it.

Awesome place you will love it. A day is nicely spent here. You can find lots of people enjoying open and fresh air and ancient and historic monuments here.

This is part of Darbar Square and one should know before that a guide for the visit of entire place is a must to know the detail Historic importance of the place. Thanks for the guide giving us a right direction in covering the complete sightseeing in a systematic manner.

Beautiful palace of ancient history of Nepal.

Beautiful ancient and historic place. Bhakatapur is rich in art, culture, monuments, foods etc. We can visit with friends and family and enjoy. The place is clean although it is crowned in holidays.

The 55 Window Palace (also known as Pachpanchhya Jhale) is a palace located in Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Nepal. It is a five-story palace with 55 intricately carved windows, hence the name. The palace was built in the 17th century by King Bhupatindra Malla and is considered one of the finest examples of Newari architecture. The windows of the palace are made of sandalwood and are decorated with intricate carvings of flowers, animals, and other motifs. The palace also has a number of other features, including a courtyard, a water tank, and a library. The 55 Window Palace was damaged in the 1934 earthquake, but it has since been restored. It is now a popular tourist destination and is one of the most photographed buildings in Bhaktapur.

This place is build by late King Bhupatindra Malla more than 300 years ago, there you can see masterpieces of arts wood carving. Most beautiful place.

Wonderful and peaceful oldest place. Must visit.

World Heritage Site. Excellent architecture when no machines or cranes were available unbelivable structures raised by human labor. All structures speak about ancient history and the life style of old kings. Worth a visit. Only the ticket cost is high. Guides also are expensive, but here one can negotiate. Must try the sweet curd of bhaktapur. Sovenirs are very expensive better buy in kathmandu.

One of the best place to visit for history and architecture lover

one of the beautiful ancient durbar Located in the center of Bhaktapur Durbar square the 55 window palace, or Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, was built by King Bhupatindra Malla. 55 Window Palace in BhaktapurHowever, it was not completed until 1754 during the reign of Jaya Ranjit Malla, who was the last of the Bhaktapur Malla kings. Today the 55 Window Palace still stands as Bhaktapur's Royal Palace on ceremonial occasions. The interior of the 55 Window Palace is closed (for many decades). There was a lot of damage done to it during the 1934 earthquake. There are plans to renovate the area but a lot of this is held up due to funding. There is an entrance to several inner courtyards around the palace through including the Golden Gate, one of the most lavish and important artifacts in Nepal today. Non-hindus may only continue on to Taleju Chowk but everyone can visit the ornate royal water tank Naga Pokhari.

Bhakatapur is must must to visit in Nepal. This is place where you go back to ancient era of back 1000 years. Very well maintained. The one who is interested in history old ancient monuments can spend one full day here. Please do not miss .

The "55 Window Palace" in Bhaktapur, Nepal, is a mesmerizing blend of history and culture. Marvel at the intricate woodcarvings and the 55 uniquely designed windows that narrate tales of a bygone era. Enjoy the fresh air surrounding this historical gem, and complement your visit by savoring Newari cuisine, adding a delightful layer to your experience. The palace isn't just a landmark; it's a journey into Nepal's rich heritage.

55 Windows palace is world heritage area in Bhaktapur durbar square.

55 Windows palace is the one of the highlights of UNESCO cultural world heritage site of Nepal. It is also said master of wooden art no other than "pachpanna jhyale durbar" in Nepali language (55 windows palace). It is believd that it was build on 1427 AD by Yaksa Malla & remodelled in 17th century by the greater king Bhupatindra Malla of Malla dynasty. The main building of the palace was demolished during 1934 AD earthquake and again rebuilt by using the same windows and woodcarving struts. There was the massive earthquake again in 2015 AD most of the others monuments were destoyed but this palace somehow survived. The main entrance of this palace is golden gate which can seen in the uploaded pictures. Inside the entrance of this gate there is beautiful Taleju temple and snake ponds too. Teleju temple is the royal goddess of Malla kings and the snake ponds is the private area for king and queen. Inside the Taleju temple area taking pictures are strictly prohibited but around the snakes ponds taking pictures has no issue. Only hindus are allowed to enter the main premises of the Taleju temple.

On a recent visit to the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, we overheard a local “guide” tell the “not so impressed” tourist that the king who built the fifty five window palace actually had 55 wives. This may sound quite logical if you think of inclusion and fairness of the ruler. What a nice idea to be able to allocate or dedicate a window for each queen. For the rest of the day everyone pointed at the rest of the houses and joked about the number of windows and corresponding number of wives the owner must have. Climbing up the steps to the Swayambhu Stupa (Maha Chaitya), a story was narrated about a “western writer” who asked a group of women pilgrims, who had built the great monument. The women giggled and said, “Bhaya mathu” which in Newari means “do not know your language”. The visitor, it is said, duly took notes and wrote Swayambu was built by a local wealthy businessman by the name of Bhaya mathu. These stories are told for fun but the problems they raise are quite serious. These are two good tales that illustrate the challenge we face in being able to preserve Nepal’s globally unique heritage. Most information is passed down in the oral tradition and over time, things get diluted and new pieces of information added. Many new angles are added to make the stories “interesting” and sellable. The challenge is to separate what is authentic and what is not. We must also remember that referring to history books may not be the only solution. History is written by the winners; and the good side does not always win. This is even true in the present time as well. This is probably why all political parties wish to have the communication ministry to themselves so that they can tell their story, from their perspective. They want to have control over the “truth”. Remember George Orwell’s Ministry of Truth is his famous book 1984? Proper signage is going to have be a big part of the solution to help visitors and locals to understand our heritage. We must learn to tell the story much better and ensure authenticity. By the way, the 55 window palace that is a major attraction of Bhaktapur Durbar Square was built during the reign of King Bhupatindra Malla. He ruled from 1696 to 1722 AD. The king was also a great composer and has 17 plays attributed to him. This great builder king also laid the foundation stone for the magnificent five storey temple of Bhaktapur, Nyatapau, in 1702. His son Ranjit Malla became the last king of his dynasty in Bhaktapur. There are good books being published in Nepal all the time. A good deal of research is being done by Nepalis and expats alike and there is no death of good sources to build a good story. Many visitors do not read books on Nepal on the way here. You can see them often with a copy of the Lonely Planet. Let us not take them to be as naïve as we think they are.

Located inside the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, 55 windows Palace looks amazing. Bhaktapur Municipality should be careful and look into the designs of the Palace. Bha. Na.. Pa has focused on preserving the old historical looks but they should be aware to paint the Palace wherever necessary. There are some places that needs repainting. All and all it's a great place to just sit and look at our great historical values representing the Malla King's culture.

As the name itself suggests, the palace has 55 windows lying serially. The architecture of the palace showcases the rich Newa architecture of Nepal. The palace is one of the major attractions of Bhaktapur Durbar Square.

Awesome place I can't explain it just makes me feel better of history of Nepal.. I love it more

World Heritage site. You need to have a local guide for description of the history of the place. Impacted by 2015 earthquake. Happy local people. Big caution - Do not buy anything with the support of the local guide like singing bowl, Tibetan paintings, or any other things. The price is exorbitant. Should you wish to still buy, you have to bargain 50% to 60% of the quoted price. The major reason is that it's a tourist location and they can afford attitude. Have local currency up to 3000 to 5000 local currency, or else you will find it difficult. This is applicable even if you are Indian.

It was awesome place to visit 🙂. I felt very glad to visit there.plz visit this place and place a review there.

Witness of excellent wooden carving skill of malla period n reflect the culture of ancient Nepal

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The 55 Window Palace, also known as Pachpanna Jhyale Durbar in Nepali, is a historic palace located in Bhaktapur Durbar Square in Bhaktapur, Nepal. It was built during the reign of King Bhupatindra Malla in the 15th century and is considered one of the finest examples of traditional Newari architecture in Nepal. The palace is named after its 55 intricately carved wooden windows, which are adorned with lattice work, statues of deities, and other decorative elements. The palace was originally used as a royal residence and a center for administration, and it was also the site of important ceremonies and events. The 55 Window Palace is a three-story building with a central courtyard and a number of smaller rooms and chambers. The palace is built entirely from brick and timber, and its sloping roofs and ornate carvings are typical of Newari architecture. The palace is now a museum, where visitors can learn about the history of Bhaktapur and the Malla dynasty. In addition to the 55 Window Palace, Bhaktapur Durbar Square is home to a number of other important structures, including the Golden Gate, the Taleju Temple, and the Natapole Temple, among others. The area is also known for its vibrant street life, with vendors selling traditional handicrafts, food, and other goods in the bustling squares and alleyways. Overall, Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Nepal's rich cultural heritage and history.

55 window palace was built by Yakshya Malla .. There are a lots of art work carved in woods. It is also said that the King made 55 windows for his 55 wives. This also a historical art gallery. Interior visit of the palace is restricted This is called Pachpanna (५५) Jhyale(झ्याले) Dubar in Nepali.

Exquisite is the only way to describe this work of art.

The 55 window palace is a dominant building down the left side of Bhaktapur's Durbar Square. It has fifty-five windows, in one of which there is a small pane of glass, presented to him by a man from the plains of India. The Palace of Fifty-Five Windows is one of the most beautiful architectural features of the durbar square. The Palace of Fifty-Five Windows is one of the most beautiful architectural features of the durbar square.