From Ancient Fortress to Traffic Chokepoint: Patan Dhoka Then vs. Now
From walled fortress gate to busy roundabout. Explore Patan Dhoka's history, the 1934 rebuild and 4 heritage stays in Lalitpur.
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From walled fortress gate to busy roundabout. Explore Patan Dhoka's history, the 1934 rebuild and 4 heritage stays in Lalitpur.
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