Half-Day Tour to Pashupatinath Temple
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Pashupatinath Temple is one of the 8 UNESCO Cultural Heritage Sites of the Kathmandu Valley. Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the four most important religious sites in Asia. It was built in the 5th century. However, it is said to have existed from the beginning of the millennium when a Shiva lingam was discovered here. Visitors other than Hindus can see it from across the river. The inner sanctum has a Shiva lingam and outside sits the largest statue of Nandi the bull, the vehicle of Shiva. Hundred of Shiva lingams are within the compound. The big Maha Shivaratri festival in spring attracts thousands of devotees from within Nepal and from India. HIGHLIGHTS • Learn Hinduism / Hindu Culture • Take pictures with the Hindu holy men • See the cremation of the dead body • Private Transportation with Driver • Tour by professional Guide
Inclusions
What's included
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional art historian guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not
- Pashupatinath Arean Entrance TICKET
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Double roofed pagoda style temple has a gilded roof, four sides covered in silver and wood carvings of the finest quality. Cremation of Hindus take place on raised platforms along the river. The site and events at cremation is not for those who have weak heart; however the visitors are still seen curiously watching.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Adventure Thirdpole
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
How it compares in Kathmandu
- Its from-price is 78% below the median of the 2812 experiences we list in Kathmandu.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1602 of 2812.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kathmandu
Kathmandu is Nepal's ancient, colourful capital, a valley city of temples, stupas and royal squares and the gateway to the Himalaya.
Kathmandu Durbar Square, the old royal square, is crowded with pagoda-roofed temples and palaces, and nearby lives the Kumari, the city's living child goddess. Thamel, the travellers' quarter, is a tangle of lanes selling trekking gear, prayer flags and handicrafts, busy with cafés and rooftop restaurants.
Top-ranked sights in Kathmandu: Namche Bazaar, Pashupatinath, Kathmandu Durbar Square (Basantapur).
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