Swayambhunath Stupa Temple is a legendary Buddhist shrine that sits on a hill top of the Kathmandu's valley. It is well known as Monkey Temple. This pilgrimage site is important for Hindus, Vajrayana Buddhists, and Newari Buddhists. Swayambhunath is one of the liveliest Buddhist temples in Kathmandu if not all of Nepal. Many Tibetans live in the area, and make their daily 'kora'.