Singha Durbar

This article is about the palace. For the TV series, see Singha Durbar (TV series).
"Lion Palace" redirects here. For other uses, see Palace of the Lions.

Singha Durbar
Singha Durbar in March 2008
Interactive map of the Singha Durbar area
General information
StatusPartially damaged (fire primarily affected the ministers' offices and the Prime Minister's Office)
Architectural styleNeoclassical architecture, Palladian architecture, and European styles of architecture
LocationKathmandu, Nepal
CostUnknown
ClientChandra Shumsher JBR
Technical details
Structural systemBrick and Mortar
Design and construction
ArchitectsKumar Narsingh Rana, Kishor Narsingh Rana

Singha Durbar (Nepali: सिंहदरवार, lit. 'Lion's Palace') is a palace in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. The palace complex lies in the centre of Kathmandu, to the north of Babar Mahal and Thapathali Durbar and east of Bhadrakali Temple. This palace was built by Chandra Shumsher JBR in June 1908. It houses administrative offices of the Nepali Government, including the Pratinidhi Sabha, the Rastriya Sabha and several government ministries. In 2025, the main building was destroyed in the Gen Z protests, along with the prime minister's office. After Singha Durbar sustained damage during the Gen Z Protest Nepal movement, public discussions have emerged regarding its reconstruction and restoration.

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