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Changunarayan
The Art of Thangka
Spend time with traditional artists and discover the patience, symbolism, and craft of Thangka painting.
YOUR TIME1 day
YOUR SETTINGChangunarayan
YOUR COMPANYLocal guides
A closer look.
The Thangka painting is a very traditional form of painting that includes intricate details. It is an ancient type of Tibetan art, which has been preserved in the Himalayan region for two thousand years. This painting can be explored like a map through visual symbols and colours. Each detail is intricate and has a deep symbolic meaning, referring to parts of the Buddhist philosophy. Hence, Thangka painting is meant to combine fine art with spirituality, to create a captivating art piece filled with Buddhist philosophical meaning.
Learning art, especially Thangka requires having interest in knowing Buddhist philosophy and also lots of patience and dedication. Hence, we offer Thangka workshop in Changunarayan , Bhaktapur for those who wants to learn Thangka painting. It could be either a very basic exploration of Thangka making process as a day tour or it could be multiple days of workshop for serious learner.
The journey unfolds.
YOUR ITINERARYA sense of the days ahead. We’ll confirm the details around your dates and pace.
DAY 01Drive from Kathmandu to Changunarayan
We’ll take 2 hours drive taking a private car from Kathmandu to Changunarayan. It is roughly 20km drive from Kathmandu city. After reaching there, we will go to one of the oldest Thangka school to see and learn the making of Thangka. This Thangka Workshop will be around 4 hours for a one day workshop. For serious learner or artist who wants to learn Thangka art properly can take multiple days workshop to sharpen their art and learn in depth about Thangka art and it’s principle.
After the workshop, we will explore UNESCO World Heritage listed Changunarayan temple and drive back to Kathmandu in the evening.
The practical details.
Included in the journey
Tour Guide
Entrance Fees
All transportation in destination location
To arrange separately
Any Private Expenses
A few good questions.
Can I customise this journey?
Yes. Tell us about your interests, available time, and preferred pace. Our team will suggest a personal itinerary and confirm what can be arranged.
How do I confirm a booking?
Begin with a trip brief. Our team will confirm availability, the itinerary, price, and deposit arrangements. Your booking is confirmed once the required details and payment are received and a confirmation has been issued.
Is this the right trip for me?
Let us know your experience, travel preferences, and any access or fitness questions. We’ll talk through the route and practical arrangements before you decide.
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