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Kathmandu Simbhu|A miniature Swayambhunath hidden in Kathmandu's old city

|A miniature Swayambhunath hidden in Kathmandu's old city. Kath: Wooden. Simbhu: Abbreviation for [Monkey Temple] Swayambhunath Stupa, meaning "Little Swayambhunath Stupa." ✓【Kathmandu Simbhu】 This stupa is part of the Kathmandu Valley Cultural Heritage Site designated by UNESCO. Monument: Kathesimbhu Stupa Address: Haghal Tole. Kathmandu Admission: Free Open: 24 hr ✓【Stupa Elements】 Kathesimbhu Stupa was built in 1650, modeled after Swayambhunath Stupa! White Dome: Symbolizes the earth, a cosmological view Golden Spire: Represents the 13 stages to Nirvana Eyes of Buddha: Represent Buddha's omniscience Nose-like Symbol: Symbolizes the number 1, representing the unity of all things Prayer Flags: Carry prayers to the heavens ✓【Other】 Hariti: Goddess of smallpox, a two-storied stupa in the northwest corner. Drubgon Jangchup Choeling: A small Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the northeast corner. Youni & Linga: Several small black stupas retain Hindu remnants, symbolizing the fusion of the two religions. ✓【True Name】 There is a small inscription at the entrance: Shanti Ghat Bajradhatu Mahachaitya Shanti: Peaceful Ghat: Riverbank steps Bajra: Vajrayana Dhatu: Relic Maha: Great Chaitya: Stupa
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Posted: Mar 10, 2025
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