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Pashupatinath Temple

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Pashupatinath Temple is located on the west bank of the Bagmati River, about 5 kilometers east of the Tamil District, along the ring road. This tower-style temple was built in 1696. It is the largest Hindu temple in Nepal and one of the four major temples dedicated to Lord Shiva in South Asia, and has been included in the World Heritage List. 1. Overlooking the Pashupatinath Temple Since only Hindus can enter the temple compound, ordinary tourists can only look outside the west gate, and can see the mount of Shiva, a huge bull Nandi statue. It is said that a black four-headed Pashupati statue is enshrined in the temple. Climb to the top along the steps on the west side of the temple, and you can admire the gilded temple roof from a commanding height. The river bank in the northeast of the temple is where Hindu ascetic monks live. Cross the footbridge to the east bank of the river opposite to the temple. There is a row of Shiva Linga towers. If you continue to walk up the steps, there is a viewing platform, which can be separated by The river overlooks the entire Pashupatinath Temple. 2. Watch the cremation ceremony On the river bank in the south of Pashupatinath Temple, there is AryaGhat, the largest crematorium in Nepal. The cremation ceremony of ordinary Nepalese is carried out here almost every day, so Pashupatinath Temple is also called "Burning Temple" by many people. The bodies of the deceased were wrapped and arranged by the river, and cremated on the pyre. The whole process was orderly, very quiet, and there was no mourning. The ashes were scattered into the river and flowed into the Ganges with the river. Early morning and early evening are usually the time to watch the cremation ceremony, but after all, this is a private time for loved ones to mourn and grieve, and it is recommended not to crowd into the cremation crowd or take pictures during the viewing.Kathmandu · 15.4 km from Nagarkot

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pekingwangMarch 4, 2020
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Nagarkot near Kathmandu, Nepal is one of the best places to view snow-capped mountains. Find a better hotel, watch the snow-capped mountains in the distance while tasting the hotel’s food. Accompanied by alpine delicacies, do you feel like your life has reached its peak?

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杨小钻风February 8, 2025
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Walking into Bhaktapur Durbar Square is like entering a long scroll of Nepal's history. Located in the Kathmandu Valley, it is a culmination of medieval Nepalese art and architecture, a UNESCO-certified world cultural heritage, and can be called an "open-air museum". In the square, red brick ancient buildings are closely arranged, and wood carvings and stone carvings can be seen everywhere. The patterns on the window lattices and columns are exquisite and complex, and the images of people, animals, gods, etc. are lifelike, quietly telling stories of the past. The Nyatapola Temple is the symbol of the square. This five-story pagoda reaches the sky, and statues of mythical beasts and strong men stand majestically beside nearly a thousand steps. This is also a portrayal of Nepalese life. Women draw water from the ancient well, children laugh on the stone road, and the elderly rest and chat on the steps. The handicraft shops on the street are full of thangkas, wood carvings, and pottery, which makes people can't help but choose. The 2015 earthquake hit the square hard, and many buildings were seriously damaged. Although some have been repaired, the ruins are still telling the story of the disaster. This also makes people cherish these historical sites more and more, and reminds people of the importance of protecting cultural heritage. Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a visual enjoyment, spiritual baptism, and a dialogue with history. It is worth every tourist to slow down and savor it carefully.

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Eerie but interesting place. Full of incense but worth the experience. Enjoyable walk!

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Tania Akter (Bangladesh)May 5, 2026
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郭润龙浪迹天涯July 18, 2024
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20240615 AM: 1. The 55-window palace is located in Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Bhaktapur Durbar Square, also known as Bhaktapur Palace Square, is an ancient building complex in Bhaktapur Village, 15 kilometers from the suburbs of Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. It is known as the "open-air museum" and "the essence and treasure house of medieval Nepalese art". In the 13th century, the Malla Kings established their capital here and built palaces, temples and other buildings. Before the 18th century, it was the political and economic center of Nepal. The scenic area is divided into three parts: the palace, the periphery of the palace, and the street area. It is a good place for viewing photography, humanities learning, worshiping Buddha and shopping. Due to the 8.1-magnitude earthquake in Nepal on April 25, 2015, the ancient buildings were severely damaged, and many buildings are currently under repair. There are three Durbar squares in Nepal, which were built by the three sons of King Rama VI of the Malla Dynasty. The other two are in Kathmandu and Patan. ① Address: Bhaktapur Village, Kathmandu, Nepal ② Transportation: Direct bus access, easy parking by car ③ Peak season: None ④ Time: 4 hours ⑤ Ticket price: 500 rupees (27.8 yuan) 2. 55-window palace: Built by King Bhupayendra, it has four floors and is famous for its 55 black lacquered sandalwood carved windows. It is said that the king had 55 wives at that time. Every evening, beauties showed their faces from their windows for the king to choose and sleep with. It is also said that the king was just 55 years old that year.

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M29***27May 20, 2016
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The temple is not very big and has a general fame. There is a gorgeous statue coming in, with golden lotus in hand, lying on the body of a snake, which is vivid and vivid.

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Mr & Mrs SahaApril 27, 2023
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This is the one of the best historical places I ever visited. The place is so nice & information of the every places is so detailed.

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