Jal Binayak Temple

Jal Binayak Temple is a Hindu temple in southwestern Kathmandu featuring traditional pagoda architecture with wooden and stone tiered roofs. The site includes carved stone figures and sits near a small body of water that shapes its setting.

The temple was founded during the medieval period and represents an important shrine in the history of Kathmandu Valley. Later rulers enhanced the site with metal embellishments, emphasizing its religious importance to the region.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesh, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism, and draws worshippers who come to pray and make offerings. The stone figures and their setting beside water give the place a distinctive spiritual quality.

The temple is easily accessible on the southern edge of the city and welcomes visitors throughout the day. Guests should wear modest clothing and respect the religious practices observed at the site.

The temple's name refers to 'Jal', meaning water, because a local legend tells of a stone Ganesh figure that once emerged from the water. This story connects the site symbolically to its immediate surroundings.

Location: Kathmandu District

GPS coordinates: 27.65833,85.29333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:22