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Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Siddha Pokhari

This centuries old pond is situated at Dudhpati-17 the entrance of the ancient city Bhaktapur. It is considered as the most ancient pond in Bhaktapur which is known to have many myths associated to it. This 275m×92m pond was built in the early fifteenth century during the reign of King Yakshya Malla. Nowadays, the pond of both religious and archeological importance has been one of the popular hangout and dating destinations in Kathmandu valley. Pond is full of fishes and they are fat by eating all the food fed by visitors, which they buy for 5$ a bag nearby.it is known as "SIDHA POKHARI"

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