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Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

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Pay a visit to the oldest temple in Kathmandu, and one of the most sacred Hindu shrines. Dedicated to Pashupati, an incarnation of Shiva and patron of animals, the numerous temples and shrines of the complex straddle both sides of the Bagmati River. While the main temple and courtyard can only be accessed by Hindu devotees, visitors can explore the rest of the grounds. On a tour of the famous temple, you might encounter meditating sadhus, deer, and monkeys, or even witness a funeral pyre, as the temple attracts the elderly who come here to die and be cremated in the sacred river. To visit Pashupatinath Temple on your trip to Kathmandu, use our Kathmandu trip builder website.
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  • A sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Pashupati and currently largest Hindu temple in the world, near Bagmati River.This is build on 246hectares with main temple along with 518 mini temples 
    A sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Pashupati and currently largest Hindu temple in the world, near Bagmati River.This is build on 246hectares with main temple along with 518 mini temples  more »
  • It was nice to walk around the exterior of this temple however after paying 2000 for two people I was not allowed in as white tourist are banned from entering, keep this in mind before buying the... 
    It was nice to walk around the exterior of this temple however after paying 2000 for two people I was not allowed in as white tourist are banned from entering, keep this in mind before buying the...  more »
  • Pashupatinath is a must visit place for Hindus. The spiritual energy and cultural significance is great. It will be a transformative and unforgettable experience. 
    Pashupatinath is a must visit place for Hindus. The spiritual energy and cultural significance is great. It will be a transformative and unforgettable experience.  more »
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  • This is a beautiful temple and we are blessed to be able to witness and so freely stroll it. Recommend that people do not take advantage of this privilege, however. It's rare to have such a place of worship open to tourists. Please read about the appropriate behaviour before you go in. Dress respectfully and be sure to remove your shoes when you step on the scared ground.
  • Love this place ❤ Nice Temple. Feels with positive vibes to be here. There are a lot of smaller temples inside the compound. Architecture of Sanctum Sanatorium is amazing. Temple is very close to airport.A very beautiful temple. The surrounding is clean and the garden is well-maintained. The view is amazing. This very famous temple of Lord Shiva is situated at Kathmandu in Nepal. Well known place for whole world and lots of people visited every year to see the beauty as well as to worship too. People of nepal are also beautiful and friendly. I won't write too much because few things you must feel instead of writing. Thanks🙏
  • Huge temple! I am not religious but it was still worth a visit. Pretty decent valley views. Be respectful and don’t take pictures inside. Just enjoy people watching and general vibe of the place. TIP: There’s a spot on the left near the entrance to securely leave your shoes.
  • This is very famous temple of Lord Shiva in Kathmandu. Devotees from different countries visit this temple to get blessings of Lord Shiva. Temple is very big and there are many small temples around the main temple. Vibes of this place are very positive. Everyone visiting Nepal should must visit this temple.!!
  • This very famous temple of Lord Shiva is situated at Kathmandu in Nepal. Well known place for whole world and lots of people visited every year to see the beauty as well as to worship too. People of nepal are also beautiful and friendly. I won't write too much because few things you must feel instead of writing. Thanks🙏

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