Loss of heritage sites in Nepal due to earthquake, causes less tourism.
Loss of heritage sites in Nepal due to earthquake. The April 2015 earthquake in Nepal caused significant damage to several heritage sites in the Kathmandu Valley. According to UNESCO first assessment, the monuments and important sites in the Kathmandu Valley World Heritage property, and other cultural and natural heritage sites in this area, were heavily affected ¹. Here are some of the heritage sites that were damaged: 1. Kathmandu Durbar Square: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a complex of palaces, courtyards, and temples that served as the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. 2. Patan Durbar Square: Another UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a collection of temples and palaces that served as the seat of the Malla kings of Patan. 3. Bhaktapur Durbar Square: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a complex of temples, courtyards, and palaces that served as the seat of the Bhaktapur kingdom. 4. Changu Narayan Temple: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a Hindu temple dedi