Bindabasini Temple - Bindhyabasini Mandir

Bindabasini Temple - Bindhyabasini Mandir

Bindabasini temple is the hindu based religion temple which is built in a Pagoda style and the building is of white colour.It is also considered as the most popular temple and religious sites of Pokhara after Tal Barahi temple of Pokhara.It is situated at 3000 ft. above from the sea level surrounded by Machhapuchhre and Annapurna ranges. You can also enjoy the fabulous views of the city and the mountain ranges from the temple. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga which is also known as Shakti or Kali and many manifestations. Many hindu peoples come to this temple for worship, marriage ceremony, bratabandha etc. This temple has also become the enthusiastic place for the visitors which have also been known as the tourist’s attraction place. Around the temple, there is big tree which provides quite sacred environment and spiritual feeling to the people.The temple has become one of the crucial place for visit.

Pokhara is a popular destination in Nepal, filled with many fascinating sights for tourists to investigate. One of the most popular and most visited of these is the intriguing Bindabasini Temple, known locally as Bindhyabasini Mandir. Standing proudly atop a hill, this striking temple looks calmly over the bustling city of Pokhara.

The white pagoda-styled building of the Hindu Bindabasini Temple quietly sits at some 3000 feet above sea level along the renowned Annapurna and Machhpuchhare mountain ranges. It is located near the busy Old Bazaar of Pokhara, a center of commerce in the Himalayas.

Bindabasini temple or Bindhyabasini Mandir is of great religious importance to Hindus living in the Pokhara region. It is a vital hub of religious fervor. The temple itself is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga, who is Pokhara's chosen guardian deity. Durga, also known as Shakti or Kali has numerous manifestations and at the Bindabasini temple she is seen as Bhagwati, a blood-thirsty aspect of the goddess. Durga appears in the form of a Saligram. A Saligram, according to Hindu mythology is an propitious stone. It is said that the temple was created after the goddess ordered king Khadag Bum Malla to set up a her statue here. The Bindabasini temple was then founded in BS 1845. Since its establishment, Bhagwati has been an object of worship here on a daily basis. Animal sacrifices are typically presented at the temple on Saturdays and Tuesdays. The Hindu festival of Dashain sees large numbers of believers coming to offer sacrifices at Bindhyabasini Mandir. Indeed, there is little space for tourist during the festival of Dashain.

The ornate structure of Bindabasini Temple is surrounded by a park-like landscape. Many come here to enjoy pleasant picnics whilst enjoying the amazing panorama. Spectacular views can be absorbed from this marvelous vantage point which looks out over the town of Pokhara and takes in some of the impressive Himalayas. Adding to the peaceful atmosphere is the fresh scent of “Dhup”.

A visit to Bindabasini Temple can be combined with a stroll through the Old Bazaar. Nearby is also the popular holiday leisure spot of Phewa Lake. Located at the foot of the hill on which Bindabasini Temple stands is the roadway to Sarangkot, another popular lookout point.