Raj Rajeshwari Temple, Kathmandu
Raj Rajeshwari temple, along with Nawa Durga and Pancha Dewal temples, is in the southern part of the Pashupatinath. Durga Raja Rajeswari, worshipped in this temple, is the Hindu goddess of knowledge. It is believed that she is served by celestial maidens and gives power to the bow of Lord Shiva.
The temple is in pagoda style and is full of woodwork. It has a tradition of performing special worship on every full moon day. This goddess is also called Tantric Goddess. The temple was built in 1464 during the time of Jayadharma Malla and Jagyoti Malla.
The temple is in pagoda style and is full of woodwork. It has a tradition of performing special worship on every full moon day. This goddess is also called Tantric Goddess. The temple was built in 1464 during the time of Jayadharma Malla and Jagyoti Malla.
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Sight Name: Raj Rajeshwari Temple
Sight Location: Kathmandu, Nepal (See walking tours in Kathmandu)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Kathmandu, Nepal (See walking tours in Kathmandu)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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