Maru
Maru is a historic neighborhood in central Kathmandu, Nepal and one of the most important cultural spots in the city. It is linked with the origin of the name Kathmandu, and forms part of what is generically known as Durbar Square, the old royal palace complexes of temples, shrines and palace buildings all of which have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Neighborhood
- …is also known as “Maru, Kathmandu”
- Description: neighbourhood in the Nepalese capital
Places of Interest
Highlights include Kasthamandap and Kaal Bhairav, Kathmandu.
Kasthamandap
Hindu temple
Kasthamandap is a reconstructed temple and public shelter in Nepal, in Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Kaal Bhairav, Kathmandu
Hindu temple
Kaal Bhairav is a Hindu shrine located in Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Indra Chowk and Central Kathmandu.
Maru
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Latitude
27.70478° or 27° 42′ 17″ north
Longitude
85.30333° or 85° 18′ 12″ east
Open location code
7MV7P833+W8
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OpenStreetMap feature
place=neighbourhood
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In Other Languages
From French to Sanskrit—“Maru” goes by many names.
- French: “Maru”
- Hindi: “मरु”
- Malayalam: “മാറു, കാഠ്മണ്ഡു”
- Malayalam: “മാറു”
- Newari: “मरु”
- Portuguese: “Maru (Catmandu)”
- Portuguese: “Maru Tol”
- Portuguese: “Maru Tole”
- Portuguese: “Maru”
- Sanskrit: “मरु”
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Localities in the Area
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Notable Places Nearby
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