Nagarkot is located 32 km east of Kathmandu, in Bhaktapur District. Situated at an elevation of 2,195 meters, it is considered one of the most scenic spots in Kathmandu Valley. Known for the sunrise view of the Himalayas including Mount Everest, it commands one of the broadest views of the Himalayas in the Kathmandu valley; 8 Himalayan ranges of Nepal out of 13. The ranges include Annapurna range, Manaslu range, Ganesh Himal range, Langtang range, Jugal range, Rolwaling range, Mahalangur range (Everest range) and Numbur range with views of the Kathmandu valley and Shivapuri National Park. The scenic beauty of the place makes it a very popular hiking route for tourists.

Situated in a strategic location, Nagarkot was an ancient fort of the Kathmandu valley built to monitor the external activities of other kingdoms. Later, it became a summer retreat for the royal family before becoming popular as an international hill station.

Nagarkot with en-route visit to Bhaktapur Durbar Square. The ancient city of Bhaktapur or Bhadgaon translates as the ‘City of Devotees’. Still untouched by rapid urbanization, Bhaktapur retains its charm by its brick paved roads, red brick houses and a way of life that goes back to medieval times. It is also enlisted as the UNESCO heritage site.  

Nagarkot Hill station is not only famous for its nature and beautiful landscapes but Nagarkot is famous destination for those travelers who do not time to hike close to the Himalayas .So, Nagarkot is one of the best destination to view the panoramic views of the Himalayan.

Nagarkot day tour offers and excellent sunrise if we stay an overnight there. As well as best sunset view from this hill.