Bhadrakali Temple, Kathmandu

Bhadrakali Temple (Nepali:भद्रकाली मन्दिर) (literal: "Decent Kali") is a Hindu temple dedicated to Devi Bhadrakali. It is located in Kathmandu, Nepal, next to Tundikhel.

Bhadrakali Temple
Front view of Bhadrakali Temple
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictKathmandu
DeityGoddess Bhadrakali
FestivalsNavaratri, Dashain ,Paahacharey
Location
LocationKathmandu
StateBagmati
CountryNepal
Shown within Kathmandu Valley
Geographic coordinates27.6993°N 85.3168°E / 27.6993; 85.3168
Architecture
TypePagoda

It is located near the Sahid Gate. The temple is at the eastern side of Tundikhel. This temple is also known as Shree Lumadhi Bhadrakali. It is one of the most renowned “Shaktipith” of Nepal. A form of the Goddess Kali, Bhadrakali in Sanskrit means “blessed, auspicious, beautiful and prosperous” and she is also known as “Gentle Kali”. Another name for the goddess is Lazzapith.

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