Nagarkot
title: "Nagarkot" type: doc version: 1 created: 2026-02-28 author: "Wikipedia contributors" status: active scope: public tags: ["populated-places-in-bhaktapur-district", "himalayas", "hill-stations-in-nepal"] topic_path: "general/populated-places-in-bhaktapur-district" source: "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nagarkot" license: "CC BY-SA 4.0" wikipedia_page_id: 0 wikipedia_revision_id: 0
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| name | Nagarkot |
| other_name | (anciently known as Mandapgiri) |
| native_name | नगरकोट |
| nickname | Mandapgiri |
| settlement_type | former Village Development Committee |
| Hill station | |
| image_skyline | 2015-03-18 Nagarkot Hotel Galaxy DSCF2094.jpg |
| pushpin_map | Nepal |
| pushpin_label_position | bottom |
| pushpin_mapsize | 300 |
| pushpin_map_caption | Location in Nepal |
| subdivision_type | Country |
| subdivision_name | Nepal |
| subdivision_type1 | Province |
| subdivision_name1 | Bagmati Province |
| subdivision_type2 | District |
| subdivision_name2 | Bhaktapur District |
| subdivision_type3 | Municipality |
| subdivision_name3 | Changunarayan |
| leader_title1 | |
| established_title | |
| unit_pref | |
| area_total_km2 | |
| population_as_of | 2021 |
| population_total | 5234 |
| population_density_km2 | auto |
| population_blank1_title | Ethnicities |
| population_blank2_title | Religions |
| population_blank2 | Buddhist, Hindu |
| timezone | NST |
| utc_offset | +5:45 |
| coordinates | |
| elevation_footnotes | |
| elevation_m | 2,175 |
| postal_code_type | Postal code |
| postal_code | 44812 |
| area_code | 01 |
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Nagarkot () is a serene hill station perched on the eastern rim of the Kathmandu Valley, located in Bhaktapur District of Bagmati Province, Nepal. It is renowned for its panoramic views of the Himalayas—including Mount Everest on clear days. Situated just 32 km from Kathmandu, Nagarkot offers a peaceful retreat from the city's bustle and is a favorite among sunrise chasers, nature lovers, and weekend wanderers.
At the time of the 2021 census it had a population of 5,234 and had 1,084 houses in it. At an elevation of 2,195 meters, it is considered one of the most scenic spots in Bhaktapur District. Nagarkot also offers views of the Kathmandu Valley. The scenery of the place makes it a popular hiking route for tourists. It is located approximately 7000 ft (2000 m) above sea level and 28 km from Kathmandu International Airport.
Nagarkot commands one of the broadest views of the Himalayas in the Kathmandu valley (8 out of 13 Himalayan ranges of Nepal are visible). The ranges include Annapurna range, Manaslu range, Ganesh himal range, Langtang range, Jugal range, Rolwaling range, Mahalangur range (Everest range) and Numbur range with views of the Kathmandu Valley and Shivapuri National Park.
For nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, there are many hiking opportunities in and around Nagarkot. Among them, Nagarkot eco trail (nature walk) along with Nagarkot panoramic hiking trail is the most popular ones. It is also possible to do paragliding with Everest view in Nagarkot.
Situated in a strategic location, Nagarkot was an ancient fort of the Kathmandu valley built to monitor the external activities of other kingdoms. Later, it became a summer retreat for the royal family before becoming popular as an international hill station.
Climate
|metric first=y |single line=y |collapsed = Y |location = Nagarkot, elevation 2147 m, (1991–2020 normals) |Jan high C = 12.9 |Feb high C = 15.3 |Mar high C = 19.3 |Apr high C = 22.5 |May high C = 22.8 |Jun high C = 23.1 |Jul high C = 22.2 |Aug high C = 22.3 |Sep high C = 21.9 |Oct high C = 20.6 |Nov high C = 17.5 |Dec high C = 14.3 |Jan mean C = 7.9 |Feb mean C = 10.0 |Mar mean C = 13.5 |Apr mean C = 16.7 |May mean C = 17.7 |Jun mean C = 19.3 |Jul mean C = 18.9 |Aug mean C = 18.9 |Sep mean C = 18.2 |Oct mean C = 16.0 |Nov mean C = 12.4 |Dec mean C = 9.3 | year mean C = |Jan low C = 2.9 |Feb low C = 4.6 |Mar low C = 7.6 |Apr low C = 10.8 |May low C = 12.5 |Jun low C = 15.5 |Jul low C = 15.6 |Aug low C = 15.5 |Sep low C = 14.4 |Oct low C = 11.3 |Nov low C = 7.3 |Dec low C = 4.3 | year low C = |precipitation colour = green |Jan precipitation mm = 19.3 |Feb precipitation mm = 18.1 |Mar precipitation mm = 25.9 |Apr precipitation mm = 55.0 |May precipitation mm = 147.5 |Jun precipitation mm = 325.5 |Jul precipitation mm = 473.7 |Aug precipitation mm = 477.9 |Sep precipitation mm = 253.6 |Oct precipitation mm = 65.8 |Nov precipitation mm = 9.1 |Dec precipitation mm = 11.9 | year precipitation mm = 1883.7 |source 1 = Department of Hydrology and Meteorology{{cite web | url = https://www.dhm.gov.np/climate-services/climate%20reports/monthly-reports | title = Climate Division (Climate Analysis Section) | publisher=Department of Hydrology and Meteorology | access-date = 8 February 2025}} |source 2 = Agricultural Extension in South Asia (precipitation 1976–2005){{cite web | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20231013221356/https://www.aesanetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/888-Temporal-and-Spatial-Variability-of-Climate-Change-Over-Nepal-1976-2005.pdf | archive-date = 13 October 2023 | url = https://www.aesanetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/888-Temporal-and-Spatial-Variability-of-Climate-Change-Over-Nepal-1976-2005.pdf | title = TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIABILITY OF CLIMATE CHANGE OVER NEPAL (1976-2005) | publisher=Agricultural Extension in South Asia | access-date = 14 October 2023}}
Gallery
File:2015-03-18 Nagarkot DSCF2106.jpg|Streets at Nagarkot File:Sunrise View from Nagarkot - Flickr - anantal.jpg|View of Nagarkot File:Sunrise at Nagarkot, Nepal 2.jpg|Sunrise at Nagarkot File:A view from Nagarkot panoramic hiking trail, 7 May 2019 7.jpg|A view from Nagarkot hiking trail File:A view from Nagarkot panoramic hiking trail, 7 May 2019 6.jpg|A view from Nagarkot hiking trail File:Nagarkot 01012609.JPG|Nagarkot
References
References
- "Facts of Nagarkot".
- "Peaceful Cottage & café du mont, Nagarkot Hillstation". Blogspot.
- Lonely Planet Nepal, p. 224–225
- (10 April 2014). "Nagarkot Hiking".
- "6 Best Things To Do In Nagarkot, Nepal [2025 Travel Guide]".
- "Planning to visit Nagarkot and Fly?".
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