Patan Collection

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Statue of the Buddha in Golden temple, Patan, Nepal, Asia

Temples at Patan, Nepal, 1895. Artist: Armand Kohl
Temples at Patan, Nepal, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Durbar Square at dawn with Garuda statue on column facing Krishna Mandir temple built in 1637 in Indian style, with twin roofed pagoda style Jagannarayan temple behind, Patan, Kathmandu Valley

Two stone lions guard the entrance to Mul Chowk courtyard in the Old Royal Palace, with the Hari Shankar Mandir Hindu temple to the left, Durbar Square, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patan

Close-up of the hand of Ganga, a river goddess statue in Mul Cowk courtyard, Durbar Square, Patan, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, Asia

Lamps and prayer wheels, Gold Temple, Patan, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, Asia

Golden Temple, Patan, Nepal, Asia

The Golden Door, Royal Palace in Patan, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, Asia

Krishna temple, Durbar Square, Patan, Lalitpur, Nepal

Nepal, Kathmandu, Patan (UNESCO Site)

Detail above door of Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kathmandu, Nepal

Durbar Square at dusk, Patan (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kathmandu, Nepal

Statue at Golden Temple, Patan (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kathmandu, Nepal

Durbar Square, Patan (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kathmandu, Nepal

Traditional mask, Patan (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kathmandu, Nepal

Taleju Temple, Durbar Square, Patan (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kathmandu, Nepal

Rani Ki Vav, The Queen's Stepwell, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patan, Gujarat, India, Asia

Milarepa, Tibet (copper alloy, gilt, cold gold, paint)
3362134 Milarepa, Tibet (copper alloy, gilt, cold gold, paint) by Tibetan School, (14th-15th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Sadakshari Lokeshvara, Tibet (bronze, gilt, paint and semiprecious stones)
3362126 Sadakshari Lokeshvara, Tibet (bronze, gilt, paint and semiprecious stones) by Tibetan School, (17th-18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Torso of Avalokiteshvara, Nepal (copper and gilt)
3362117 Torso of Avalokiteshvara, Nepal (copper and gilt) by Nepalese School, (17th-18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Inscription with Shivalinga, cow and calf, Nepal, 1710 (stone)
3362101 Inscription with Shivalinga, cow and calf, Nepal, 1710 (stone) by Nepalese School, (18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Uma Mahesvara, the divine family at home on mount Kailash, Nepal (grey limestone)
3362098 Uma Mahesvara, the divine family at home on mount Kailash, Nepal (grey limestone) by Nepalese School, (12th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Padmasambhava, the Great Magician Teacher, Tibet (copper repousse, bronze, gilt)
3362111 Padmasambhava, the Great Magician Teacher, Tibet (copper repousse, bronze, gilt) by Tibetan School, (17th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Vishnu, Nepal (stone)
3362105 Vishnu, Nepal (stone) by Nepalese School (9th-10th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Vajradhara, Tibet (bronze, silver and copper inlay)
3362125 Vajradhara, Tibet (bronze, silver and copper inlay) by Tibetan School (16th-17th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

The goddess Bhrikuti, Nepal (wood, gesso, polychrome paint and gilt)
3362112 The goddess Bhrikuti, Nepal (wood, gesso, polychrome paint and gilt) by Nepalese School, (17th-18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Hanu Bhairava, Nepal (stone)
3362107 Hanu Bhairava, Nepal (stone) by Nepalese School, (17th-18th century); 38 cm; Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Four faced linga, symbol of Shiva, Nepal (stone)
3362103 Four faced linga, symbol of Shiva, Nepal (stone) by Nepalese School, (17th-18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Ganesha, Nepal (terracotta)
3362104 Ganesha, Nepal (terracotta) by Nepalese School, (17th-18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Padmasambhava, Tibet (painted wood)
3362137 Padmasambhava, Tibet (painted wood) by Tibetan School (16th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Padmasambhava, Tibet (bronze, silver and copper inlay)
3362136 Padmasambhava, Tibet (bronze, silver and copper inlay) by Tibetan School, (17th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Shakyamuni Buddha, Nepal (copper, gilt and paint)
3362120 Shakyamuni Buddha, Nepal (copper, gilt and paint) by Nepalese School, (17th-18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Dipankara, the Buddha of fixed light, Nepal (bronze, gilt, paint and semiprecious stones)
3362116 Dipankara, the Buddha of fixed light, Nepal (bronze, gilt, paint and semiprecious stones) by Nepalese School, (17th-18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan

Maitreya, the Buddha to come, Nepal (copper repousse, bronze)
3362115 Maitreya, the Buddha to come, Nepal (copper repousse, bronze) by Nepalese School, (18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Shakyamuni, Nepal (copper alloy and gilt)
3362114 Shakyamuni, Nepal (copper alloy and gilt) by Nepalese School, (12th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; (add.info.: Shakyamuni - the historical Buddha)

The divine play of lord Krishna, Nepal (watercolors on cotton cloth)
3362139 The divine play of lord Krishna, Nepal (watercolors on cotton cloth) by Nepalese School, (17th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi, Nepal (bronze and gilt)
3362128 Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi, Nepal (bronze and gilt) by Nepalese School, (18th-19th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Tara of the seven eyes, Tibet (bronze, cold gold, paint, turquoise)
3362123 Tara of the seven eyes, Tibet (bronze, cold gold, paint, turquoise) by Tibetan School, (17th-18th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Lord Vishnu, Nepal (stone)
3362106 Lord Vishnu, Nepal (stone) by Nepalese School (10th-11th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Shakyamuni, the historical Buddha, Nepal (copper alloy and gilt)
3362138 Shakyamuni, the historical Buddha, Nepal (copper alloy and gilt) by Nepalese School, (12th century); Patan Museum, Durbar Square, Patan, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Temple of Devi, Patan, Nepal, 1850s (w / c on paper)
622684 Temple of Devi, Patan, Nepal, 1850s (w/c on paper) by Oldfield, Dr. Henry Ambrose (1822-71); 24x31.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Described in Sketches from Nipal)

A Peace-Making between the Hindu and Mohammedan Populations of Patan, in the Province of Kathiawar, India (engraving)
1605671 A Peace-Making between the Hindu and Mohammedan Populations of Patan, in the Province of Kathiawar, India (engraving) by English School

The 11th century Rani ki Vav (Queens Stepwell), built for Udayamati of Chaulukya dynasty, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patan Gujarat, India, Asia

Beautiful wall carving at 11th century Rani ki Vav (Queens Stepwell), built for Udayamati of Chaulukya dynasty, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patan, Gujarat, India, Asia

Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Colophon page, Kalpa-sutra and The Story of Kalakacharya of Devachandra: Monk Teaching Lay Disciple, late 1200s

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Welcome to Patan, a vibrant city located in Nepal's main street. This ancient city is filled with cultural and historical treasures that will leave you in awe. As you wander through the streets, you'll come across the magnificent Statue of the Buddha in Golden Temple, radiating serenity and peace. Patan is renowned for its temples, and they truly are a sight to behold. Dating back to 1895, these architectural marvels by Armand Kohl transport you back in time as you admire their intricate designs. Durbar Square at dawn offers a magical experience, with the Garuda statue standing tall on its column. As you enter Mul Chowk courtyard, two stone lions stand guard symbolizing strength and protection. The shrine dedicated to the Hindu elephant-headed god captures your attention with its divine presence. Don't miss out on observing Ganga's hand up close - it holds great significance for devotees. The atmosphere comes alive as lamps flicker and prayer wheels spin around you - an enchanting display of devotion and spirituality. The Golden Temple gleams majestically under the sunlight, inviting visitors from all corners of the world. For a breathtaking view of Patan's beauty from above, take an aerial tour of Durbar Square - it will leave an indelible mark on your memory. Another gem within this UNESCO site is the Krishna temple; its grandeur stands as a testament to Patan's rich heritage. Nepal has so much more to offer than meets the eye – Kathmandu’s neighboring city Patan being one such hidden treasure waiting to be explored.