Pottery Square कुम्हः त्वः

Pottery Square in Bhaktapur is one of those rare places where culture, craftsmanship, and community come together beautifully. Located just a short walk from the iconic Nyatapola Temple, this charming square offers a glimpse into the living heritage of traditional pottery-making. Here, you can witness local artisans skillfully shaping clay into beautiful pots, utensils, and decorative items—each piece telling its own story of Bhaktapur’s rich artistic legacy. What makes Pottery Square truly special is the authentic experience it offers. Visitors are not just spectators; you can actually join a pottery class and try your hand at crafting your own clay masterpiece. During my visit, a friendly local vendor even offered me a private class at a very affordable price, possibly because it was the low season. It turned out to be a fun, hands-on experience that gave me a deeper appreciation for the patience and skill involved in traditional pottery-making. Beyond the craft itself, the atmosphere of Pottery Square is warm, inviting, and filled with positive energy. The owners and artisans are incredibly welcoming and love sharing stories about their work and heritage. The structures, courtyards, and the earthy aroma of clay create a truly nostalgic and peaceful setting. It’s not just a marketplace—it’s a living museum where tradition thrives in every corner. If you’re visiting Bhaktapur, make sure to reserve some extra time here to interact with the locals, support their art, and perhaps take home a unique handmade souvenir. Go local, support local — and experience the heart of Bhaktapur at Pottery Square!

Pottery Square, located near Nyatapola Temple, is known for its traditional clay craftsmanship. Local artisans create various clay utensils here, and visitors can also try their hand at making their own pottery.

Great place to see how the locals making clay pots and other clay based items. You can even sign up for a class, the vendors even offered me a private class at very affordable price, maybe because of low season.

Many pieces of pottery were lined up to dry. It was interesting to see the unique shapes of the pottery. It seems you can also make your own items on the potter's wheel. The souvenir shops in the area also sold a variety of small items, which was nice.

In the old city of Bhaktapur, on the way to visiting temples, you can make a stop to the Pottery square. You will see the the hand-made pot drying in the sun. You can also observe how they manufacture them. The pottery is mainly used for paying tribute to the Gods.

Nice place. Central area to do pottery and sun drying area. You can do pottery and take that home. It may cost Rs100-150. It can be done in 5-10mins. Nice experience. Recommend to donif you are in the area.

Short walk from Durbar square, so if you're in the area, definitely worth a visit. Interesting to see all the pottery laid out to dry. You can actually see some people making the pottery in the morning.

Place which still preserves Nepali culture. Not so far from araniko highway. Better to take a short walk. Perfect to buy decors that reflects Nepali/Newari culture. Hand made pottery items. Authentically beautiful. ❤️