Sanga Hindu Pilgrimage Temple

Sanga Hindu Pilgrimage Temple

The Hindu Pilgrimage Temple Sanga is a famous sacred destination of Nepal. It is located at the border of the Bhaktapur and Kavrepalanchok districts, about 20 kilometers east of Kathmandu. The Kailashnath Mahadev statue, which gazes towards the Kathmandu Valley from the hilltop, is the most popular attraction of Sanga Village.

It is the tallest statue of Lord Shiva (144 ft.) in the world. Many Nepalese people are proud of this statue because Lord Shiva is considered a mighty and sacred god amongst the Hindus. Sanga is situated at an elevation of 1,480m above sea level. According to the 2011 Nepal Census, the total population of Sanga is 6,121, residing in 1,305 individual households. You may check it out on Google Maps, Sanga, Suryabinayak 44800.

The Hindu pilgrimage temple Sanga dominates Newari culture, where many Brahmins, Chhetris, Tamangs, and other castes of people also reside in different communities.

Attractions Of Sanga

The main spiritual attractions in and around Sanga are the following:

• Kailashnath Temple
• Nasikasthan Temple
• Ashapureshwor Tempe
• Latarameshowr Temple
• Sweet (Seto) Bhairab Temple

Kailashnath Mahadev Statue

The Kailashnath Mahadev Statue was constructed in 2011 A.D., approximately 7 years after its inauguration in Sanga. Many Hindu pilgrims visit Kailashnath every year to worship Lord Shiva on several occasions.

Mahashivaratri is the main Hindu festival, and the Kailashnath temple gets the most visitors. It is also the second-tallest Hindu statue in the world. The name “Kailashnath” means “Lord of Mount Kailash and Mahadev means the “Great God.” Mount Kailash, considered Lord Shiva’s home, is a 21,800-foot-tall mountain in the Tibetan region near the northwest corner of Nepal.

Mount Kailash is situated in the Gangdise mountain range of Tibet and stands at an elevation of nearly 6,638 meters above sea level. To help the visitors of Kailashnath reach the Shiva statue, a new 738-foot Suspension bridge was recently constructed over the Araniko Highway. The views of Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayas down the hill are worth visiting Sanga.

Nasikasthan Temple

This temple is Sankata Temple, where people go to worship for the better health of their family and friends. It is believed that praying in this temple wards off all the bad luck and sickness from the people.

One of the most curious aspects of the Sankata temple is that Buddhist people regard it as a manifestation of God Kaal Bhairab, while Hindus view Sankata as a form of the goddess. People also sacrifice different animals as their offerings to Sankata.

Ashapureshowr Temple

This temple is also a Mahadev temple located in Ashapuri, Sanga. The story behind the construction of the Ashapurni temple is that when the Pandavas were in exile during the Mahabharata, God Mahadev commanded them to stay there.

He promised to fulfill everyone’s desires, wishes, and hopes if they could finish the task. It is still believed to date that when one comes to this temple to worship Lord Shiva, all their inner desires and wishes come true. A small pond near the temple is where people light candles and pray for the fulfillment of their desires.

Latarashowr Temple

It is also a Mahadev temple located on the northeast side of Sanga. Many people visit this temple to pay their respects to Lord Shiva during Nepal’s Teej and Mahashivaratri festivals. Pilgrims also do different types of Saptahas and Aartis at other events.

Sweet (Seto) Bhairab Temple

The temple is the Kaal Bhairab temple, located at Gwashincha Village of Sanga. People sacrifice various domestic animals, such as goats, hens, and pigeons, in this temple as offerings to appease Kaal Bhairav. Every Sunday, vast numbers of pilgrims visit this temple to worship. During the Bisket Jatra, the Newar community of Sanga also visits the temple to pay their offerings to Kaal Bhairab.

Surroundings. Sanga’s atmosphere is primarily warm and cool because it is situated in a hilly corner of the Kathmandu Valley. Enjoy the coolness and greenery of the village from the different viewpoints around Sanga. Sanga is also the gateway to Dhulikhel and Namobuddha, which can be reached via the Araniko Highway.

Dhulikhel is one of the major attractions of the Kavrepalanchok district, where the B.P. highway, one of the best highways in Nepal, starts. We can also go to Namobuddha by taking Different public vehicles from Dhulikhel. Sanga can be the ideal outdoor destination for tourists visiting Nepal who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the Kathmandu Valley for a short time. This is only a 1.5-hour drive away from Kathmandu.

Accommodations around the Sanga – the Hindu Pilgrimage. You can find many affordable hotels and resorts around the Sanga and Kailashnath Mahadev Statue. Enjoy Nepal’s countryside life in the hilly resorts of Sanga.

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Mountain Views from Kailashnath Mahadev. The different mountains visible from Sanga viewpoints are Himal Chuli (7893m), Manaslu (8156m), Pabil GIV (7102m), Ganesh II (7150m), Ganesh V (6950 m), Langtang (7246m), Gang Chhenpo (6297m), and Sisa Pangma (8013m).

The Best Seasons To Visit the Sanga Hindu Pilgrimage Temple

If you want to visit Sanga as a pilgrim, you must visit Sanga in the middle of March on Shivaratri. (Birth Day of Lord Shiva) Thousands of people visit Kailashnath Temple during Mahashivaratri to worship Lord Shiva. During the Shrawan month, the Teej festival attracts many visitors to the Hindu pilgrimage temple Sanga.

However, if you want a peaceful visit, it’s best to avoid these festivals due to the crowds. You might also face problems such as floods and landslides during the rainy seasons. Enjoy the spectacular mountain views by choosing the right season and time for the visit. Due to the pollution in Kathmandu, the valley is often shrouded in clouds during the rainy and winter seasons.

You might get unlucky if you visit Sanga during the best seasons. The best seasons to visit Sanga are between September and December, and March and June, when you can enjoy a clear view of the city and the Himalayas.

You might also want to stay the night at different hill resorts around the Hindu pilgrimage temple of Sanga, where you can enjoy the city lights of the Kathmandu Valley.

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We are trying to inform you that you can’t see Mount Everest from the Sanga. It is still far, but if you want to see Mount Everest, we must go by helicopter into the Sagarmatha National Park or by plane. If you would like a Helicopter tour, you need to buy National Park permits, but not with the plane tour.

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