Pashupati Temple

 

Pashupatinath Temple, one of Nepal's holiest Hindu temples, sits on both banks of the Bagmati River, located on the eastern outskirts of Kathmandu.

Pashupatinath holds utmost significance as a temple devoted to Lord Shiva. Annually, it draws the attention of numerous elderly Hindu devotees.

They come here seeking refuge for the final weeks of their lives, preparing to embrace death, and eventually being cremated on the riverbanks before embarking on their ultimate journey with the waters of the revered Bagmati River, which later merges with the sacred Ganges River. Devotees of Hinduism from all corners of Nepal and India choose to arrive here to spend their last moments and pass away.

• The main temple of Pashupatinath features a bunk roof and a golden spire.
• Situated on the Western bank of Bagmati, it is renowned as a masterpiece of Hindu architecture.
• This cubic construction boasts four main doors, all adorned with silver sheets.
• Its two-storied roof is crafted from copper and covered with gold, showcasing intricate wooden sculptures.

The temple is believed to have the power to fulfill wishes and houses a striking golden statue of Nandi, representing Lord Shiva's bull.

The temple complex provides a fascinating blend of spiritual, religious, and cultural encounters, featuring multiple Shiva lingams, a Nandi Statue, and temples dedicated to various Hindu and Buddhist deities. As a living cultural heritage site, it draws Hindu devotees from all over the globe.

Location: Pashupati Nath Road 44621, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Timings: 4:00 am to 7:00 pm

Entry Fees:  Foreigners: NPR 3000
                    SAARC: NPR 1000

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