Indra Chowk

The intersection of Indra Chowk, along with Maru, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Makhan, Jana Baha, Asan and Naxal, mark the old India-Tibet trade route that is now a vibrant market street.

[1] Six streets meet at Indra Chowk and link the square to Kathmandu's major localities.

Indra Chowk is a ceremonial venue and major festival pageants and chariot processions pass through the square.

During Indra Jatra, the chariots of Kumari, Ganesh and Bhairav are pulled through here.

The chariot procession of Jana Baha Dyah Jatra also passes through the square.