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April 15, 2026
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Government of Nepal

Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation

PASHUPATI AREA DEVELOPMENT TRUST

Spiritual  |  Devotional  |  Cultural Heritage

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Welcome to Pashupati Area Development Trust, Devotees are kindly requested to follow temple guidelines and timings for a peaceful darshan experience — Official Website
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Our office team is available during working hours for all inquiries. For puja bookings and religious services, please contact the Puja Booking Office directly.

  • Main Office Pashupati Area Development Trust
    Devuddhyan,Gaushala Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Phone Numbers +977-01-4571828 (Main)  | 
  • Office Hours Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Sunday, Saturday & Public Holidays: Closed
  • Information Officer For RTI & official information requests,
    contact the Information Officer at the main office.
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How to Reach Us

  • By BusRoutes 11, 22, 30 — alight at Gaushala bus stop (5 min walk)
  • By TaxiFrom Thamel: approx. 15–20 minutes. Ask for "Pashupati Temple."
  • Nearest LandmarkGaushala Chowk, Chabahil Area, Kathmandu
  • ParkingLimited vehicle parking available near the main gate.
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Important Links महत्त्वपूर्ण लिङ्कहरू

Puja Rates & Booking Official rates for all pujas and booking info → Monuments & Shrines Explore the temples and heritage structures → Ghat Services Kiryaputri, Ghat Sewa and related services → Notices & Press Latest notices, press releases, announcements → Publications Brochures, journals, books and annual reports → Pashupati Area Map Detailed map of the temple complex → About PADT Organization structure, mission, vision → Spokesperson / Media Contact the official spokesperson → Government of Nepal Ministry of Culture, Tourism & Civil Aviation → UNESCO World Heritage Kathmandu Valley UNESCO listing → Financial Reports Annual audit reports and disclosures → RTI — Right to Information Request information under the RTI Act →

Frequently Asked Questions सामान्य प्रश्नहरू

Can non-Hindus visit Pashupatinath Temple? +
Non-Hindu visitors are warmly welcome to the Pashupatinath complex, including the ghats, gardens, and surrounding shrines. However, the main sanctum is restricted to Hindus only. Visitors of all backgrounds may observe the evening Aarti from the eastern bank of the Bagmati.
How do I book a Puja at Pashupatinath? +
Puja bookings can be made in person at the Puja Booking Office inside the complex, or by calling 01-4471246 during office hours (Sunday–Friday, 10 AM – 5 PM). Specific pujas such as Rudrabhishek, Mahabhishek, and Laghurudra are available at published rates.
What is the Kiryaputri service? +
Kiryaputri is the ritual cremation and last-rite service at the Arya Ghat on the banks of the Bagmati River. PADT manages this sacred service, available 24 hours a day. Please call the emergency hotline 01-4472305 for immediate assistance.
What are the temple opening hours? +
The main temple opens at 4:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM daily. Puja timings vary throughout the day, starting with the Pratakalin Puja at 4:00 AM and the Shayan Puja at 7:30 PM.
Is photography permitted inside the temple? +
Photography is strictly prohibited inside the main sanctum and during religious ceremonies. Visitors may photograph the exterior, ghats, and public areas respectfully. Drone photography requires prior written permission from PADT.
How can I make a donation to PADT? +
Donations can be made via bank transfer to official accounts at Rastriya Banijya Bank or Nepal Investment Bank. Online donation forms are also available on this page. All donations receive an official receipt and may qualify for tax exemption.
What is the dress code for visiting the temple? +
Modest and traditional dress is required. Shorts, sleeveless tops, and western casual wear are not permitted on temple grounds. Shoes must be removed before entering any shrine.
How do I reach Pashupatinath from Kathmandu city? +
From Thamel: approximately 15–20 minutes by taxi. By public bus, routes 11, 22, and 30 stop at Gaushala — a 5-minute walk from the temple entrance. The nearest landmark is Gaushala Chowk in the Chabahil area.

Mission & Vision उद्देश्य तथा दृष्टिकोण

Our Mission

To preserve, protect, and develop the sacred Pashupatinath area as a living centre of Hindu faith and culture. PADT is committed to conducting religious rituals with sanctity, serving pilgrims with care, maintaining the heritage structures of the complex, and ensuring the sustainable management of the Pashupati area for generations to come.

Our Vision

A Pashupati area that stands as a model of spiritual, cultural, and environmental excellence — where the ancient traditions of Shaivism are honoured, pilgrims from every part of the world are welcomed with dignity, the Bagmati River is restored to health, and the surrounding heritage landscape is protected as an irreplaceable legacy.

ॐ नमः शिवाय

May Lord Pashupatinath Bless All Who Visit

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