Lalitpur Metropolitan City, also known as Patan or Yala, is one of Nepal’s oldest and most culturally rich cities, located in the heart of the Kathmandu Valley. Renowned as the City of Fine Arts, it boasts remarkable Newar architecture, traditional metalwork, woodcarving, and vibrant cultural heritage that spans centuries. Today, Lalitpur is a dynamic metropolitan city with 29 wards, blending its ancient historical identity with modern urban development, governance, and community services. It serves as a significant center of culture, education, and urban innovation in Nepal.