🙏 Manakamana Temple
Nepal
About This Sacred Site
Manakamana Temple sits atop a ridge in the Gorkha district, dedicated to Bhagwati, the Hindu goddess believed to fulfill the wishes of her devotees. The temple is one of Nepal's most popular pilgrimage destinations, especially for newlywed couples seeking blessings. Since 1998, a cable car transports pilgrims 2.8 kilometers over the dramatic Trisuli River gorge to the temple, replacing what was once a grueling three-hour hike. Animal sacrifices are still performed at the temple, particularly during the Dashain festival, as offerings of gratitude when wishes are fulfilled.
Key Facts
- •Dedicated to Bhagwati, the wish-fulfilling form of the Hindu goddess Parvati
- •A cable car built in 1998 carries pilgrims 2.8 km over the Trisuli River gorge
- •Especially popular with newlywed couples seeking blessings for their marriage
- •Animal sacrifices are offered when devotees' wishes are fulfilled
- •Located in the Gorkha district, historically linked to Nepal's unification
Location
Coordinates: 27.9500, 84.5833
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