Taleju Bhawani Temple

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On the occasion of Maha Navami, the ninth day of the festival, the historic Taleju Bhawani Temple in Kathmandu recently opened its doors to devotees.

About Taleju Bhawani Temple

• It is a Hindu temple located in Kathmandu, Nepal. 
• The temple lies within Kathmandu Durbar Square, part of the Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage property.
• It is dedicated to Goddess Taleju Bhawani, regarded as a form of Goddess Durga.
• The temple was constructed in the 16th century by King Mahendra Malla.
• The Malla dynasty, which ruled the Kathmandu Valley from the 12th to the 18th century, is deeply intertwined with the worship of Goddess Taleju Bhawani.
• For the general public, the temple opens its doors just once a year during Maha Navami (the ninth day of Dashain).  

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Taleju Bhawani Temple Architecture

• It is a masterpiece of Newar pagoda architecture. Key architectural features include:
  • Three-tiered pagoda roof with elaborately carved eaves and gilded finials.
  • 12-stage plinth representing the layers of the universe and spiritual ascent.
  • Four main decorative gateways, each guarded by stone lions.
  • Golden statues of the ten-armed goddess inside the inner sanctum.
  • Elaborately carved wooden windows and torana (ornamental arches above doorways).
  • The overall layout is modeled on the Shri Yantra, the sacred geometric diagram believed to embody the goddess herself.

News: NOA