Sheshnarayan Temple , Patan
About Sheshnarayan Temple
Towards the south west of Kathmandu, Sheshnarayan Temple or Shesha Narayan is a part of the all four Narayan temples (Icchangu Narayan, Bishanku Narayan and Changu Narayan) which are located on the cardinal directions on hilltops believed to have been built to protect Kathmandu valley from each side. Shesha Narayan has a unique surrounding with ponds and statues and carvings submerged in the water. The Shesha Narayan also has an interesting belief/story about the cave behind the temple. People believed a particular cow’s dug shaped object flows with water all year long, however many seniors have also talked about incidents when they saw milk flow out of it for days. Art and craft belonging to the Lichavvi period are dispersed all over the temple. Nepal being a fairly religious country, loyally believes in the greatness of all four Narayan temples. Shesha Narayan temple has been considered equally important by the Buddhist as well as the Hindu’s. Since the temple is situated just a mere 600m away from Pharping, it makes it easier for visitors to plan a day trip sufficient for visiting both the places consecutively. An easy walk from Pharping can lead you to the temple in a matter of time and busses are always the most common means of transportation.
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Pharping, Bagmati
0.5 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Pharping is a small town located around 19 km south of Kathmandu and is a very sacred and well known place majorly because of the Dakshin Kali...
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Dakshinkali, Bagmati
9 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
The blood‐soaked temple of Dakshinkali is located about 22 kms outside Kathmandu. It is dedicated to the goddess Kali, the most blood thirsty...
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Kirtipur, Bagmati
10.1 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
The ancient city of Kirtipur holds the historical chronicle of the Battle of Kirtipur. The literal meaning of Kirtipur is “glory city”. The...
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Chobhar Caves, Bagmati
10.3 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Chobhar Caves is for all the adventure lovers who like a little spookiness in their life and want to experience something absolutely amazing....
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Park Gallery, Patan, Bagmati
16.2 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Founded by an artist and art activist named Rama Nanda Joshi in 1970, the Park Gallery is an artist run space (a gallery run by artists). This...
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Central Zoo, Patan, Bagmati
16.3 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Animal lovers must surely visit Patan’s Central Zoo for a glimpse of some interesting animals. It is the only zoo in Nepal and is operated by...
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Hanuman Dhoka, Bagmati
16.7 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Another important structure in the Kathmandu Durbar area, Hanuman Dhoka is the the first thing that welcomes you in the Durbar. A 17th century...
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Taleju Temple, Kathmandu, Bagmati
16.8 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Taleju Temple is a temple dedicated to Taleju Bhawani, the clan goddess of the Malla kings who ruled Nepal rom the 12th to 18th century....
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Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Bagmati
17.2 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Bhaktapur Durbar Square is situated in front of the royal palace of the then Bhaktapur Kingdom. It is one of the three Durbar Squares in Kathmandu...
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Mahaboudha Temple, Bagmati
17.3 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Built in the devotion of Lord Buddha, Mahaboudha Temple houses around 10,000 Buddha statues. It is often called the “temple of thousand...
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Mangal Bazar, Patan, Bagmati
17.3 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
Being one of the oldest markets of Patan, Mangal Bazar is a place of attraction for many where one can surely shop for much stuffs. You can also...
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Patan Durbar Square, Bagmati
17.3 km from Sheshnarayan Temple - See map
The most important monument of the city - Patan Durbar Square is a glorious place of its kind. It is considered to be the most majestic spot in...
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