Introduction

Bungamati is a classic Newari village dating from the 16th century. It sits atop a spur above the Bagmati river. In the centre of the lively village square is the large Rato Machhendranath Temple, a shikhara-style temple rather than a pagoda. Bungamati is a pleasant traditional Newari village that dates to the 16th century. It overlooks the Bagmati River. The streets are too thin for vehicle traffic. Not many visitors come here. It is one of the popular VDC of Lalitpur district. It is famous of its tradition,newari culture, handicraft, religion place like Karyabinayak, Rato Machhendranath etc. We can reach there by traveling 5km south from National zoo at Jawalkhel. In ancient time this place is known as Amarapur.