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Kasthamandap (Sanskrit), Literally “Wodd-Covered Shelter”) was a three-storied temple situated at Maru, Kathmandu. It was one of the largest and most noted pagodas of Nepal.
The temple is built in pagoda style design. It was built in the early sixteenth century by King Laxmi Narsingha Malla. The whole temple is built from just wood of a single tree, and covered with the shrine. It is believed that it was made by artist named Biset. The name of capital city is named after this temple. Once a year a huge ceremony is performed in the temple. On that day people gather around the temple and they stay up all night. People share the legendary stories about the temple and enjoy different variety of food. The temple is one of the major tourist attractions as well. Everyone is allowed to visit the temple, but people are prohibited to take photographs when inside. The temple is open after mid day until midnight. The unique feature of Kasthamandap has made it the most noted pagoda of Nepal.
The earthquake on 25th April 2015 caused severe damage to this temple and its ultimate collapse.
Kasthamandap (Sanskrit), Literally “Wodd-Covered Shelter”) was a three-storied temple situated at Maru, Kathmandu. It was one of the largest and most noted pagodas of Nepal.
The temple is built in pagoda style design. It was built in the early sixteenth century by King Laxmi Narsingha Malla. The whole temple is built from just wood of a single tree, and covered with the shrine. It is believed that it was made by artist named Biset. The name of capital city is named after this temple. Once a year a huge ceremony is performed in the temple. On that day people gather around the temple and they stay up all night. People share the legendary stories about the temple and enjoy different variety of food. The temple is one of the major tourist attractions as well. Everyone is allowed to visit the temple, but people are prohibited to take photographs when inside. The temple is open after mid day until midnight. The unique feature of Kasthamandap has made it the most noted pagoda of Nepal.
The earthquake on 25th April 2015 caused severe damage to this temple and its ultimate collapse.
Mythology It is believed that Gorakhnath, a disciple of Machhindranath (Nepal Bhasa: Janamaadya) visited Nepal during a chariot procession of Machhindranath morphing as a normal human. A tantrik spotted him and trapped him under a spell rendering him from leaving Kathmandu. Upon knowing that he is trapped, Gorakhnath asked the tantrik to make a wish so as to allow him to be freed from the spell. The tantrik asked for materials enough to make a temple. The very next season, a giant tree grew in the farm of the tantrik. Using this single tree, the tantrik constructed the temple of Kasthamandap.It is also believed that the term Kathmandu arises from Kasthamandap.
Kasthamandap Premises After Earthquake In April 2015 On 25 April 2015, Kasthamandap temple along with many others on the Kathmandu Durbar Square, was damaged and collapsed by the 2015 Nepal earthquake which had an estimated magnitude of 7.9(Mw)
Sitting in silence, 3 generations, mom & son and grandma. Just watching where once stood Kasthamandap in its glory and now nothing but rubble. We just took it in barely speaking, just watching in silence. This is the heart of where I was born!
July, 7th, 2015, after completion of some of our short term relief efforts, we finally get to venture off to the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal!
Keep in mind, there are places throughout Nepal that are 100% intact and places that are completely devastated! Would I travel to Nepal again? In a heartbeat! There is much to do, bask in the glory of the Majestic Himalayas, trekking, hiking, river rafting, paragliding, safari, mountain biking….you name it! Tourism has taken a big hit and one of the best ways you can donate is by visiting this beautiful country. I was just there. As long as you prepare and take precautionary measures, just like travelling to any country, I say it is safe to go visit and enjoy!
Keep in mind, there are places throughout Nepal that are 100% intact and places that are completely devastated! Would I travel to Nepal again? In a heartbeat! There is much to do, bask in the glory of the Majestic Himalayas, trekking, hiking, river rafting, paragliding, safari, mountain biking….you name it! Tourism has taken a big hit and one of the best ways you can donate is by visiting this beautiful country. I was just there. As long as you prepare and take precautionary measures, just like travelling to any country, I say it is safe to go visit and enjoy!
There is more than one way you can donate! You can visit!
Go to this page to see why you should and can visit Nepal to give its tourism a boost http://youhiketheyrise.org/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjepklBOgeU
![One momento I had to bring back home! The Nepali Khukuri that the brave Gurkha's carry! It may or may not be the real deal but I am content just to share the story with my family with pride! From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: The former Indian Army Chief of Staff Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, once stated that[6] "If a man says he is not afraid of dying, he is either lying or is a Gurkha." Naturally warlike and aggressive in battle; to possess qualities of courage, loyalty, self-sufficiency, physical strength, resilience, orderliness; to be able to work hard for long periods of time; and to fight with tenacity and military strength. Professor Sir Ralph Lilley Turner, MC, who served with the 3rd Queen Alexandra's Own Gurkha Rifles in the First World War, wrote of Gurkhas: "As I write these last words, my thoughts return to you who were my comrades, the stubborn and indomitable peasants of Nepal. Once more I hear the laughter with which you greeted every hardship. Once more I see you in your bivouacs or about your fires, on forced march or in the trenches, now shivering with wet and cold, now scorched by a pitiless and burning sun. Uncomplaining you endure hunger and thirst and wounds; and at the last your unwavering lines disappear into the smoke and wrath of battle. Bravest of the brave most generous of the generous, never had country more faithful friends than you."](http://arunasnepalrelief.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/20150711_062525.jpg)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: The former Indian Army Chief of Staff Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, once stated that[6] “If a man says he is not afraid of dying, he is either lying or is a Gurkha.”
Naturally warlike and aggressive in battle; to possess qualities of courage, loyalty, self-sufficiency, physical strength, resilience, orderliness; to be able to work hard for long periods of time; and to fight with tenacity and military strength.
Professor Sir Ralph Lilley Turner, MC, who served with the 3rd Queen Alexandra’s Own Gurkha Rifles in the First World War, wrote of Gurkhas:
“As I write these last words, my thoughts return to you who were my comrades, the stubborn and indomitable peasants of Nepal. Once more I hear the laughter with which you greeted every hardship. Once more I see you in your bivouacs or about your fires, on forced march or in the trenches, now shivering with wet and cold, now scorched by a pitiless and burning sun. Uncomplaining you endure hunger and thirst and wounds; and at the last your unwavering lines disappear into the smoke and wrath of battle. Bravest of the brave most generous of the generous, never had country more faithful friends than you.”