📜 Hindu temple complex, UNESCO World Heritage Site. 🔍 Dedicated to Lord Pashupatinath (Shiva), located on the sacred Bagmati River, known as 'Little Varanasi' due to cremation ghats. # Why Go 🙏 Witness traditional Hindu rituals and cremations on the Bagmati ghats 🏛️ Explore ancient pagoda architecture and over 500 temples and structures ✨ Admire unique pagoda architecture with gold and silver details 🌍 Significant pilgrimage site for Hindus of Indian origin and Nepali Buddhists/Sikhs/Jains # Why Avoid 🚫 Restricted entry for non-Hindus to the inner temple courtyard ♿ Not suitable for wheelchair users due to terrain # Tips 👟 Wear comfortable walking shoes 📸 Photography restricted in certain areas; follow guide instructions Respect local customs and traditions during your visit 🚶 Non-Hindus can view the main temple from the adjacent river bank. # Cost 💰 Non-Hindus entrance fee $10 USD or 1000 NPR. Guides cost about $10. # Hours 🕒 Inner temple courtyard: 4 AM - 7 PM daily. Inner temple: 5 AM - 12 PM (morning worship), 5 PM - 7 PM (evening prayer). Closing times vary seasonally (e.g., 6:30 PM in November, 8 PM in summer). # Getting There 🚕 Taxi from Kathmandu city center costs around $15.