Pashupatinath is one of the four major holy sites for Shiva devotees in Asia and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The site was built in the 5th century and subsequently restored by the kings of Malla, and was reportedly built in the early millennium when a Shiva lingam has been discovered here. It extends on both sides of the Bagmati River, the biggest temple complex in Nepal that the Hindus consider sacred. The main temple of the pagoda has a gold roof, four silver-capped faces, and excellent woodcarvings. The temple of Pashupatinath is surrounded by temples devoted to many other Hindu and Buddhist gods. Hindus cremation is taking place along the river on elevated platforms. The gates of the main temple are permitted only for Hindus. The inner sanctuary has a lingam Shiva and the largest statue of the bull Nandi lies facing the temple, the Shiva car. The compound is made up of hundreds of Shiva lingams. Hundreds of thousands of devotees from Nepal and India attract the huge MahaShivaratri Festival in the summer. The Temple of Guheshwori dedicated to Shiva's consort Sati Devi is further east before the Bagmati hits Pashupati. For an unparalleled blend of religion, culture,...