Nepali Temple (Kathwala Temple)
Nepali Temple (Kathwala Temple)
Nepali Temple (Kathwala Temple)
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK185,662 contributions
Jan 2020
The Nepali Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva. The architecture of the building stands in contrast to the buildings and other temples nearby and in Varanasi. The building is distinctly Nepalese/Oriental in style, more so in the basic Pagoda look. Inside, there’s a single room sanctum. There are upper levels, but it didn’t look like it was possible to climb up. The building also stands out for the terracotta building material which again gives it distinctive colouration. The temple is located close to Lalita Ghat, which is another popular site in Varanasi, so it’s worth combining a visit to both.
Plus one for it’s distinctive look.
Plus one for it’s distinctive look.
Written January 6, 2020
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Ram Gautam
Kathmandu, Nepal972 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Built by Nepalese Shah king Rana Bahadur Shah, while he was sent in exile. This Nepali-style temple architecture is unique to the other temple architecture that you see around Varanasi so it stands out of them all. It is not to miss the temple, passing through a narrow passway.
Written February 2, 2024
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Soulrtip
Las Vegas, NV138 contributions
Aug 2014 • Solo
It is not a grand temple in scale or materials used, but what a great arousal and satisfaction it offers with its artistic aesthetics carved out wood. For a little fee of 20 Rs this is a very nice refuge from the commotion of ghats of Varanasi for anyone with an eye for detail and an attitude of learning. The temple presents a beautiful opportunity to observe and appreciate the art of Kama Sutra carved out of wood. It also offers a nice vantage point on Ganges.
Written September 13, 2014
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Mike D
Johannesburg, South Africa53 contributions
Oct 2013 • Solo
A nice little temple, a peaceful refuge from the chaotic pace of Varanasi. Nice views of the Ganges, and steps down to the waters edge. Not a particularly amazing visit, however adds to the cultural experience and worth a quick look.
Written July 7, 2014
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Abhishekvns
Varanasi, India32 contributions
Sep 2014 • Family
The King of Nepal had built this temple on Lalita ghat on Ganga river at Varanasi in Nepali style. This Nepali temple is also called the Kathwala temple. The temple has some magnificent and articulate woodwork. Tourists from all over the world come just to see this temple which has no comparison with any other temple in India because of its magnificence The workers and sculptures who carved this temple out were brought from Nepal. The wood which is used in the temple is also found in Nepal.The specialty of this wood is that even termites do not eat this wood.
Written September 13, 2014
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Toby66000
Perpignan, France324 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
Unlike many of the Hindu temples in India, we found ourselves alone when visiting the Nepali temple. There is a nice ambience and attractive architecture. The views over the Ganges are also excellent.
Written March 23, 2015
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Cosetta P
Province of Como, Italy18 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
The nepali temple is having a beautiful architecture, in a high position over the ghats.
It's a tranquil spot, you can sit outside the temple or finding peace in the narrow space inside. Interesting statues and wooden crafts decorating the temple.
Worth spending some time.
It's a tranquil spot, you can sit outside the temple or finding peace in the narrow space inside. Interesting statues and wooden crafts decorating the temple.
Worth spending some time.
Written February 18, 2015
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Betty P
San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina2,495 contributions
Jan 2013 • Friends
There are more than eight hundred temples in Varanasi they say. However, the Nepalese Temple, the Lalita Devi temple or Kathwala Temple isn’t among the popular ones. Except from the Nepali community, most people aren't even aware that such a temple exists in Varanasi. Visitors are mostly foreign nationals and curious tourists. The temple management charges Rs 15 from the foreigners for its upkeep (January 2013).
This two-storeyed terracotta, stone and wood pagoda on the banks of the Ganga is 167 years-old and supposedly a replica of a famous temple at Kathmandu.
The story goes like this: the King of Nepal had this temple built on Lalita ghat on Ganga river in Nepali style. It has some magnificent woodwork. Tourists from all over the world come to see this temple, whose builders were brought from Nepal. The wood used in the temple is from Nepal, or so they say. What is special about this wood? Termites cannot eat it!
Tourists can attend ceremonies (such generosity!), where songs are sung and offerings are made to the shivalinga. Wonderful!!!
This two-storeyed terracotta, stone and wood pagoda on the banks of the Ganga is 167 years-old and supposedly a replica of a famous temple at Kathmandu.
The story goes like this: the King of Nepal had this temple built on Lalita ghat on Ganga river in Nepali style. It has some magnificent woodwork. Tourists from all over the world come to see this temple, whose builders were brought from Nepal. The wood used in the temple is from Nepal, or so they say. What is special about this wood? Termites cannot eat it!
Tourists can attend ceremonies (such generosity!), where songs are sung and offerings are made to the shivalinga. Wonderful!!!
Written August 31, 2013
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TravelingRN
Tampa, FL450 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
So we were told this was the Kama Sutra temple so be warned if you take small children. It's not horribly noticeable except in the woodwork in the cages. The temple is beautiful with so many intricate details. It has the urn that drips water from the Ganges river all day.
There is a fee of 50INR for foreigners only
There is a fee of 50INR for foreigners only
Written July 5, 2018
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Meera K
Washington DC, DC39 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
Lovely little temple with a good view of Manikarnika Ghat. Interesting to compare the Nepali temple style with other temples in Varanasi and across India--far more use of wood, different color palette and symbolic imagery, etc.
Written April 5, 2017
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