Pashupatinath Temple
templeA major Hindu temple complex dedicated to Shiva, situated on the banks of the Bagmati River in Kathmandu, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Kathmandu, Bagmati Province
About
Pashupatinath is one of the most significant Hindu temple complexes in Nepal, drawing worshippers and visitors from many Hindu traditions. The complex includes numerous temples, shrines and cremation ghats along the Bagmati River. This page presents only a general introduction; specific structures, rituals and their individual histories within the complex will be added as verified content becomes available.
Significance
One of the most significant Shiva temples in the region and a major pilgrimage and worship site, particularly notable during Maha Shivaratri.