Changu Narayan Temple, Hindu temple in Changunarayan, Nepal
The temple rests on a hilltop at 1543 meters elevation, featuring a two-tiered pagoda structure with intricate wood carvings and stone sculptures throughout its exterior.
Built in the fourth century, this temple contains Nepal's oldest Sanskrit inscription from 464 AD, written in Gupta script during King Manadeva's reign.
The temple displays numerous stone carvings of Vishnu incarnations, while its courtyard includes pillars representing four divine objects: conch, discus, mace, and lotus.
Visitors can reach the temple via regular microbus services from Bhaktapur, located 12 kilometers from Kathmandu, with trekking routes available from Nagarkot.
The temple houses a fifth-century statue of Garuda with human-like features and wings, standing with folded palms as Vishnu's traditional carrier.
Location: Bhaktapur District
Inception: 325
Part of: Kathmandu Valley
GPS coordinates: 27.67523,85.41828
Latest update: May 15, 2025 01:45
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