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This photo was taken during the most recent Maha Shivaratri celebration in Pashupatinath Temple.
This photo was taken during the most recent Maha Shivaratri celebration in Pashupatinath Temple.
One of the ancient temples which revered not just by Hindus but other religions too! Pashupatinath temple withstood the recent massive earthquake in April '15! (June '14)
The Pashupatinath Temple (Nepali: पशुपतिनाथ मन्दिर) is a famous, sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Pashupatinath and is located on the banks of the Bagmati River 5 kilometres north-east of Kathmandu Valley in the eastern city of Kathmandu,[1] the capital of Nepal. This temple is considered one of the sacred temples of Hindu faith .The temple serves as the seat of the national deity, Lord Pashupatinath.This temple complex is on UNESCO World Heritage Sites's list Since 1979.[2][3] This "extensive Hindu temple precinct" is a "sprawling collection of temples, ashrams, images and inscriptions raised over the centuries along the banks of the sacred Bagmati river" and is included as one of the seven monument groups in UNESCO's designation of Kathmandu Valley as a cultural heritage site.[4] One of the major Festivals of the temple is Maha Shivaratri on which day over 700,000 devotees visit here.

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Burning your ego and sins before entering the temple. Humility is everything.

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The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret

The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret

3.5 out of 5
Chhusya Galli Kathmandu Bagmati Province
The price is AU$79 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
AU$79
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath ...
10/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
Stayed here for a week and had no complaints! Lovely decorated hotel with lots of natural light in the room. It has a heater/air con and good hot water. Staff are lovely and so helpful. They even helped me wrap a sari one day. Breakfasts were great. It’s on the edge of Thamel far of a walk. My only ...

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret
Kathmandu Marriott Hotel

Kathmandu Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Manakamana Marg Kathmandu
The price is AU$247 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$247
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Kathmandu Marriott Hotel
The Dwarika's

The Dwarika's

5 out of 5
Battisputali Kathmandu
The price is AU$1,042 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$1,042
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Dwarika's
Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu

Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu

3 out of 5
Tridevi Marg, KMC- 29 Kathmandu
The price is AU$91 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$91
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
Room was great. Real fast was very good. And it was a great location

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu
Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu

Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu

4 out of 5
Lazimpat Kathmandu
Fully refundable
The price is AU$102 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$102
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (947 reviews)
This is a truly unique hotel. Old world charm and great staff who are very helpful and friendly. I always enjoy my stay at Hotel Shanker.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Hotel Shanker-Palatial Heritage Kathmandu
Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights

Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights

5 out of 5
WARD NO 4 SUKEDHARA HEIGHTS METROPOLITAN Kathmandu
The price is AU$112 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$112
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Boudhanath and Pashupatinath Temple are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Staff and facilities are new and amazing

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights
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Other neighbourhoods around Gaushala

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Sinamangal

3/5(5 area reviews)

When in Sinamangal, you can plan a visit to Royal Nepal Golf Course and Pashupatinath Temple, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sinamangal
Pashupatinath temple shrines panorama,the UNESCO 
the Oldest iconic Hindu temples of Pashupatinath.
World Heritage Site in the heart of Kathmandu. Temples Panoramic

New Baneshwor

While New Baneshwor may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Royal Nepal Golf Course and Pashupatinath Temple.

New Baneshwor
Temple of Durban square at Patan near Kathmandu in Nepal

Naxal

When in Naxal, you can plan a visit to Narayanhity Palace Museum and Durbar Marg, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Naxal
Woman walking beside Boudha stupa

Boudhha

5/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Boudhha include the gardens and spas. Make a stop by Boudhanath or Shechen Monastery while you're exploring the area.

Boudhha
Aerial view of Kathmandu, Nepal

Lazimpat

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

Get to know Lazimpat by checking out its gardens, restaurants and historical sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Ballys Casino or Narayanhity Palace Museum during your time in the area.

Lazimpat
Mount Everest on the Early morning from Kalapatthar.

Thamel

4/5(64 area reviews)

Unique features of Thamel include the shopping and cafes. Make a stop by Ballys Casino or Garden of Dreams while you're exploring the area.

Thamel


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