Discover the Sacred Serenity of Sikali Temple

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Kathmandu, head east on the Araniko Highway (A-1). Continue for about 10 kilometers until you reach the Bhaktapur Durbar Square. From there, take the exit towards Karyabinayak, which is well-signposted. Follow the road for approximately 5 kilometers, and look for signs to Sikali Temple. The temple is located at the coordinates 27.6435° N, 85.2855° E. There is limited parking available near the temple, so be prepared to walk a short distance.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Sikali Temple via public transportation from Kathmandu, first take a local bus from the New Bus Park in Kathmandu to Bhaktapur. The bus ride will take about 1 hour and cost approximately NPR 50-100. Once in Bhaktapur, transfer to a local microbus or taxi to Karyabinayak, which will cost around NPR 30-70 for a microbus or NPR 300 for a taxi. The journey from Bhaktapur to Karyabinayak takes about 30 minutes. Once you arrive in Karyabinayak, follow the signs to Sikali Temple, which is about a 10-15 minute walk from the microbus/taxi drop-off point.

• Walking

  For those who prefer to walk, you can hike to Sikali Temple starting from Karyabinayak. After arriving in Karyabinayak, follow the local paths leading uphill towards the temple. The hike will take approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on your pace. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes as the path may be steep and uneven in some areas.