Ichangu Narayan Temple
Ichangu Narayan Temple (Nepali: इचंगु नारायण मन्दिर) is a 5th century Hindu temple located in Kathmandu, Nepal. It was built by King Haridatta of the Lichhavi dynasty. The temple was rebuilt in the 18th century.[1] The temple has two stories and has a pogoda architecture. The courtyard of the temple houses statues of various hindu deities such as Garudas and Mahalaxmi.[2] The idols were stolen from the temple several times, but they were recovered.[3]
Ichangu Narayan Temple | |
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Bhairabsthan Temple | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Hinduism |
District | Kathmandu |
Deity | Narayana |
Location | |
Country | Nepal |
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Geographic coordinates | 27.7262°N 85.2515°E |
References
- "5 temples of Kathmandu that are more than 1,000 years old - OnlineKhabar English News". Retrieved 2021-10-29.
- "Ichangu Narayan Temple | Nepal Attractions". Lonely Planet. Retrieved 2021-10-29.
- Setopati, Unique Shrestha. "Four idols stolen from Ichangu Narayan Temple". Setopati. Retrieved 2021-10-29.
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