Possibly the Most Beautiful Humanly Designed Place I have Seen- Kopan Monastery, Kathmandu

I am on foot for most of my adventures here in Kathmandu and yesterday I took a 40 minute walk to Kopan Monastery up in the hills to the north of my apartment. The monastery is perched up high and as I climbed the steep incline I seemed to pass from the mundane to the sublime.

Beautiful, intricate and colorful stupas grace lovely gardens. 

Here is a short video with a close-up look at the beautiful Tibetan Buddhist artwork of the Stupa

A lovely fountain adds to the serene and uplifting atmosphere

As I sipped a hot mug of ginger lemon honey tea in the coffee shop. I saw this young monk with his own cup of tea.

Beautiful waterfall in front of the temple

Well tended and beautifully landscaped grounds. 

I enjoyed panoramic views of the hills and the city. 

Fun photo of the day: The Nepalese seem to dote on their dogs. For the most part, the dogs I see are well- cared for and loved. This well-coiffed cutie was spotted in front of a shop yesterday.