Government of Nepal
Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation
Spiritual | Devotional | Cultural Heritage
Kriyaputri Seva at Pashupatinath Temple is a sacred service dedicated to performing last rites and post-death rituals according to Hindu traditions. Located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River, this service ensures that all necessary rituals—from cremation to shraddha ceremonies—are conducted with proper religious procedures and dignity.
Pashupatinath is considered one of the holiest places for अंतिम संस्कार (last rites), as it is believed that performing rituals here helps the departed soul attain peace and liberation (moksha). The presence of the Bagmati River adds immense spiritual value, as it is regarded as purifying and sacred.
Ghat Sewa is a special service provided at Pashupatinath Temple to assist families with cremation and funeral rites. It ensures that Hindu last rites are performed with dignity, respect, and in accordance with traditional customs.
The Ghat Service Center manages all cremations at the ghat. Before the ceremony, the body must be registered by paying a fee of Rs. 200. Registration must be completed before the body arrives at the ghat.
If family members are not available to perform the last rites, the Ghat Service Center takes full responsibility for the process — arranging a priest, guiding families through ceremonies, and providing all necessary ceremonial items.
Aryaghat at Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest cremation sites along the Bagmati River. Traditionally reserved for royalty, VIPs, and high-status Hindus, it sits directly under the deity's gaze. The ghat is used for essential pre-cremation rituals, symbolizing the purification of the soul and its release toward moksha.
Historically, Pashupati Aryaghat was built during the reign of Pratap Malla and has remained a central site for Hindus to perform last rites along the Bagmati River.
Bhasmeshwor Ghat is located south of Aryaghat within the Pashupatinath Temple complex along the Bagmati River. It is a key cremation site for the general public, handling traditional wood-fired cremations for all citizens.
Families bring the deceased to Bhasmeshwor Ghat, where the cremation takes place, and the ashes are later immersed in the Bagmati River. The ghat is associated with the nearby Bhasmeshwor Mahadev Temple.
Electric Cremation House, located near Aryaghat, is a modern eco-friendly cremation facility managed by the Pashupati Area Development Trust. Unlike traditional wood-fired cremations, it uses electric furnaces that complete the process in approximately 45 minutes.
Usage has grown significantly over time — the facility now handles 10 to 15 cremations daily, offering families a dignified and environmentally responsible alternative.
The Dharamshala at Pashupatinath, also known as the Pashupati Old Age Home, provides shelter and care for elderly citizens who are poor, helpless, or without family support. It serves as a compassionate space where senior citizens can live with dignity, care, and community.
Operated under the Ministry of Women, Children, and Social Welfare, the facility accommodates elderly individuals from different parts of Nepal, offering them essential services and a supportive environment.
Pashupatinath Temple is a major center for religious festivals (Mela–Parva), attracting thousands of devotees from Nepal and neighboring countries throughout the year.
Among all festivals, Maha Shivaratri is the most significant celebration at Pashupatinath. Devotees gather to worship Lord Shiva, seeking blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth.