Tal Barahi Temple

Hindu temple in Pokhara, Nepal From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Tal Barahi temple (Nepali: तालबाराही मन्दिर) also known as ‘Lake Temple’ or ‘Barahi Temple’ is a Hindu temple of the goddess Barahi. It is the most important religious monument in Pokhara, Nepal. This temple is located on a small island in the middle of Phewa Lake. As the temple is situated on a small island, the only way to visit it is by boat.[1][2] The temple is a symbol of the manifestation of Ajima representing the female force. Devotees visit the temple in the Nepalese months of Baisakh (April-May) and Kartik (November-December).[3]

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Barahi Temple
बराहि मन्दिर
Barahi Temple
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictGandaki Province
DeityBarahi
FestivalsDashain
Location
CountryNepal
Tal Barahi Temple is located in Nepal
Tal Barahi Temple
Location in Nepal
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Coordinates27.8697108°N 83.9513°E / 27.8697108; 83.9513
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Archaeology

The original structure of the temple is made from stones and has a two-story thatched roof in pagoda style.[4][5]

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