Pashupatinath Collection

Hindu festival, Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Nepal, Kathmandu, Pashupatinath Temple (Nepal Most important Hindu Temple)

Sadhu (hindu holy man) at Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal

Coloured powder for sale at market at Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal

Sadhu (holy man) applying coloured powder at Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal

Buddhist monk painting Tangka Bodnath, Kathmandu, Nepal

Dead person waiting to be cremated Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal

Corpses waiting to be cremated Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal

Garuda statue, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal

Disenchanted
Thomas Siegel

Sadhus enjoying the Maha Shivatri Festival
Yvette Depaepe

Erotic Wood Carvings, Pashupatinath Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
One of the 24 erotic wood carvings on the roof struts of Pashupatinath Temple @ Bhaktapur, UNESCO World Heritage Site on the east corner of the Kathmandu Valley

Erotic Wood Carvings, Pashupatinath Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
One of the 24 erotic wood carvings on the roof struts of Pashupatinath Temple, Bhaktapur, UNESCO World Heritage Site on the east corner of the Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati zone, Nepal

Wood Carvings, Pashupatinath Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
wood carvings on the of Pashupatinath Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site on the east corner of the Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

Monks at Tibetan Buddhist Monastery, Kathmandu, Nepal Monks at Tibetan Buddhist Monastery Kathmandu Nepal

Pashupatinath Temple - Kathmandu, Nepal
An active Hindu holy site often used for pilgrimage. Sadhu or holy men with their colorful faces decorate the temple area

Doorways in Pashupatinath, Kathmandu valley, Nepal

Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu

Pashupatinath Temple is Nepals most sacred Hindu shrine and one of the greatest Shiva sites, is located on the banks of the Bagmati River. Kathmandu Nepal

Pashupatinath Temple Linga Shrines
View through the Pandra Shivalaya at Pashupatinath Temple. 15 shrines built to enshrine lingas in memory of deceased important people from late 1, 800 s

Pashupatinath cremation ghats alongside the Bagmati River, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Pashupatinath Cremation site on the Bagmati River, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Portrait of Sadhu, Pashupatinath temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Arya Ghat cremation pyres, Hindu pilgrimage and cremation site, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Shivaratri festival, Pashupatinath Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Stall selling coloured powder for rituals at entrance to Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Two women making offerings (puja) before dawn by the Bagmati river, outside the Shiva temple during the Hindu festival of Shivaratri, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Men in topi hats sitting on the banks of the Bagmati River at dawn on the day of the Hindu festival of Shivaratri, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

A holy mans bow placed on a bronze sculpture of a Shiva trident, Hindu festival of Shivaratri, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Panorama produced by joining several images, of chaityas at dawn, at one of the holiest Hindu sites, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Panorama of chaityas at dawn, at one of the holiest Hindu sites, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Hindu temples at Pashupatinath, Katmandu, Nepal

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

View over the Pashupatinath Temple in the city, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Cremation ceremony on banks of Bagmati River at Shivaratri festival, Pashupatinath Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Pashupatinath Temple during Shivaratri festival, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Sadhus (Holy men) at Shivaratri festival, Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Sadhus (holy men), Pashupatinath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

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"Pashupatinath: A Sacred Melting Pot of Hindu Festivals and Spiritual Traditions" Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Pashupatinath, a place where ancient traditions and spiritual fervor intertwine. Nestled in the heart of Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, this revered temple stands as a testament to the country's rich religious heritage. During Shivaratri festival, devotees flock to the banks of Bagmati River for an awe-inspiring cremation ceremony. As flames dance upon funeral pyres, prayers mingle with smoke, honoring departed souls amidst a solemn ambiance. Pashupatinath Temple itself reigns supreme as Nepal's most important Hindu pilgrimage site. Its intricate architecture pays homage to Lord Shiva, drawing countless pilgrims seeking divine blessings and solace. The Garuda statue guards its sacred grounds with majestic grace. Beyond its Hindu roots lies a harmonious blend of faiths. Buddhist monks can be seen painting Tangka art at Bodnath nearby - their serene presence adding another layer to Pashupatinath's spiritual aura. Amidst life's impermanence, one may witness deceased individuals patiently awaiting their final journey towards liberation through cremation rituals. This poignant scene serves as a reminder of mortality and the cyclical nature of existence. But it is not all somber; Maha Shivatri Festival brings joyous celebrations where Sadhus revel in ecstatic devotion. Their colorful attire and exuberant dances infuse the atmosphere with energy and enthusiasm. As you explore these hallowed grounds, you may encounter moments that challenge preconceived notions – from disenchanted souls searching for answers to provocative glimpses into human desires depicted in erotic sculptures adorning temple walls. Pashupatinath beckons seekers from all walks of life – inviting them to immerse themselves in profound spirituality while embracing diversity within its sacred embrace.