Pasupatinath Temple, oldest heritage sites of Nepal

For Hindu devotees, Pashupatinath is a holy shrine. This magnificent temple lies beside the river Bagmati. Non-Hindus are not allowed inside the temple. They can view the temple from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River. A puja ceremony is held each night on the river banks below the temple, where hundreds of pilgrims participate. The temple also has one of the oldest Hindu cremation sites in Nepal.

 

Highlights of Pashupatinath Temple

 

One of the oldest and holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva

Sanctuary of Hindu ascetics known as ‘Sadhus.’

Arya Ghat is a Hindu cremation site where dead bodies are burnt. One can observe Hindu cremation rites.

Evening puja ceremony, which is a spiritually vibrant experience

Entry Fee

 

Free for Indian citizens

For other tourists: NPR 1000

 

How to get to Pashupatinath Temple?

 

It lies close to Tribhuvan International Airport. There are numerous local buses accessible from the central city to get to the Pashupatinath Temple. The easiest way to arrive at the temple is to take a taxi from your location.