Suryavinayak Temple is a Hindu temple, located in Bhaktapur district, Nepal. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Ganesh. The temple is an historical and cultural monument and tourist centre. The Suryavinayak Temple is one of the four popular shrines of Lord Ganesh in the Kathmandu Valley.[1] The temple is also known as the temple of the rising sun.[2]

Suryavinayak Temple
सुर्यविनायक मन्दिर
Suryavinayak Temple
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
Location
LocationBhaktapur district
CountryNepal
Suryavinayak Temple is located in Kathmandu
Suryavinayak Temple
Location in Kathmandu
Geographic coordinates27°39′23″N 85°25′24″E / 27.6563°N 85.4234°E / 27.6563; 85.4234
Suryavinayak Temple

Location

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The temple is located about two kilometres from Kathmandu. It is situated in a forest and can only be reached on foot.

History

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The temple is believed to have been originally built over 1500 years ago. The temple was built in the time of the Lichhavi King Vishnu Dev Barma.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Online Puja - Suryavinayak temple". Archived from the original on 2018-09-29. Retrieved 2012-11-13.
  2. ^ "NepalTimes.com - The temple of the rising sun".
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