Panauti

is an ancient village, 32 km south east of Kathmandu situated on the banks of Punyamati River. A leisurely walk through this tinny village will reveal its antiquity to the visitors. A must in Panauti is a visit to the 14 century AD Hindu temple of Shiva locally Known as Indreshower Mahadev. The wooden struts supporting the temple are splendid example of wood carving of the era, which till date remain unchallenged in the entire Kingdom.