Shanti Dham, also known as the Nepali Badrinath Temple, is a serene and spiritually significant place located in Tarkeshwar, Kathmandu, Nepal. This unique temple complex is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and it serves as a prominent pilgrimage site for both locals and visitors seeking solace and divine blessings. The architecture of Shanti Dham draws inspiration from the famous Badrinath Temple located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It beautifully combines traditional Nepali and Indian architectural styles, creating an atmosphere of cultural harmony and spiritual reverence.
The temple is adorned with intricate carvings, vibrant paintings, and ornate sculptures that depict various mythological stories and symbols. The main deity of Shanti Dham, Lord Vishnu, is revered as the preserver of the universe in Hinduism. Devotees come here to offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek blessings for peace, prosperity, and well-being.
Temple is open until 11 in the morning and after 3 in the evening. You can also see the great view of Kathmandu Valley from here. It is a peaceful place where people can get opportunity to experience of Dharma (Good action), yoga (meditation) and learn the knowledge of morality and our duties with sage. This temple has been more popularity after then lockdown phase.
It is equally suitable for those people who are interested for hiking since it is not far from Kathmandu new bus park as well.
Major attraction at Shanti Dham temple
- Peaceful pilgrimage destination: This temple is very peace destination for those who have strong belief in religion. It give infinite refreshment to the worshipper.
- Nepali and Indian architectural style: It is the combination of Indian and Nepali Architecture design which really shows the reflection of Badri dham of India. Hinduism are most inspired by this temple for their culture and religious belief.
- Low expenses: local visitors can also visit this temple with less budget and they can feel the peace and harmony among each other which directly influence the others too & preserve our culture .
- Beautiful view: Visitors can see the attractive views of Kathmandu valley and enjoy with fantastic nature of beauty . It provides refreshment and full of relief.
- Rich in sculptures: The temple is adorned with intricate carvings, vibrant paintings along with sculptures which cam represent the various mythological stories and symbols.
ALSO READ: Pathivara Devi Temple: A Spiritual Journey to the Sacred Peaks of Nepal
How to reach
It is not far from Kathmandu New bus park so that visitor can easily reach Shanti Dham through their personal vehicles including bike, scooter , car and so on.
From Machhapokhari bus park it takes around 40 minutes to reach near temple and it requires 20/30 minutes walks to reach the destination.
