Shri Pashupatinath Jyotirlinga

Lord of All Beings — On the sacred banks of Bagmati, Kathmandu, Nepal

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About Shri Pashupatinath

Pashupatinath Temple

Located on the banks of the Bagmati River in Kathmandu, Nepal, Pashupatinath is among the holiest Jyotirlingas and one of the oldest Shiva temples in the world.

Here, Lord Shiva is revered as Pashupati — the Lord of all living beings, who blesses devotees with peace and liberation.

It is believed that the Kedarnath Yatra attains completion only after seeking blessings at Pashupatinath.

What Awaits You at Pashupatinath

A Temple Alive with Faith

Golden spires, rhythmic chants, and the holy Bagmati create an atmosphere of deep devotion and divine presence.

The Sacred Flow of Bagmati

Pilgrims take a holy dip or offer prayers along the river, seeking cleansing of body, mind, and karma.

Evening Aarti Experience

Witness the serene Bagmati Aarti, where lamps, chants, and devotion light up the riverside — a moment of true peace.

Spiritual Offerings & Poojas

Rudrabhishek

The primary and only abhishek offered here — performed with sacred water and Rudra mantras for protection, healing, and purification.

Divine Blessings & Benefits

Performing pooja at Pashupatinath brings:

  • Purification from past karmas and fears
  • Protection and spiritual strength through Lord Pashupati’s grace
  • Completion of the Kedarnath–Pashupatinath divine journey
  • Peace, compassion, and release from negativity

Your Guided Darshan Experience

Making Your Nepal Yatra Effortless & Peaceful

With Trinetra Darshan with Sonal, your pilgrimage to Nepal is smoothly organized, allowing you to focus purely on devotion.

What We Handle for You:

  • Assistance with Nepal travel logistics and temple coordination
  • Rudrabhishek booking with authorized priests
  • Guidance for Bagmati Aarti participation
  • On-ground support for a smooth and fulfilling darshan
Important Note: Pashupatinath Temple is in Nepal. Please carry valid passports, required travel documents, and local currency (NPR) for temple offerings.
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Best Time To Visit Pashupatinath

Year-round Himalayan sanctity

  • OCT-MAR: Pleasant weather, ideal for rituals and Aarti
  • JUL-SEP: Monsoon - Mystical river flow, fewer crowds
  • APR-JUN: Spring - Vibrant energy, clear skies

Nearby Sacred Sites

Bagmati River
Bagmati River

Sacred river for purification and final rites — a living witness to faith.

Guhyeshwari Temple
Guhyeshwari Temple

Shakti Peeth near Pashupatinath — completes the divine Shiva-Shakti circuit.

Boudhanath Stupa
Boudhanath Stupa

One of the largest stupas in the world — a short drive from Pashupatinath.

Complete your Kedarnath Yatra with Pashupatinath — where Lord Shiva blesses as Pashupati, and peace flows like the Bagmati.