Pashupatinath Temple

7/10

What the experts agree on

Kathmandu's sacred Pashupatinath Temple, a centuries-old Hindu shrine dedicated to Shiva, mesmerizes visitors with its golden architecture, surrounding smaller temples, and spiritual atmosphere. Plan a full day to absorb the complex's temples,

4 expert reviews
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"From the main gate on the west side of the compound, you can view the mighty golden behind of an enormous brass statue of Nandi , Shiva’s bull."
National Geographic National Geographic
"The best place to spend time outdoors in my city is Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most significant temples honoring the Hindu god, Shiva. You can spend an entire day marveling at the..."
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Independent Independent
"At its centre sprawls the wondrous Pushupathinath temple, surrounded by tiny 19th-century Shiva temples, and sadhu. These holy men are the latest media obsession – some feel their sacred..."
National Geographic National Geographic
"Others—like the fifth-century Pashupatinath Temple—remain largely, if not entirely, intact"
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