Battle of Bhaktapur
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The Battle of Bhaktapur was the final campaign in the Gorkha conquest of Nepal. It took place in Bhaktapur in 1769, and resulted in the victory of the Gorkhali king Prithvi Narayan Shah, giving him co
Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the royal palace complex, in 1854.
Ranajit Malla
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Ranajita Malla was the last king of the Malla dynasty who ruled Bhaktapur from 1722 to 1769. He is widely known for his contribution to Newari and Maithili literature, in particular his plays are gene
Ranajit Malla on his serpent throne, c.1722
Mohar silver coin of king Ranajit Malla, struck in Nepal Sambat 842 (=AD 1722). Reverse
Mohar silver coin of King Ranajit Malla, struck in Nepal Sambat 842 (=AD 1722). Obverse
The Golden gate as the entrance to the former palace of Bhaktapur