Shambhunath Temple

Shambhunath Temple (Nepali language:शम्भुनाथ मन्दिर) is a Hindu temple in Eastern Nepal. The primary deity is Shiva. It is 500 m (0.31 mi) south of the East West Highway section of Shambhunath, Saptari, and draws Nepal and Indian pilgrims, especially in the first month of the Nepali Calendar, Baishakh when a month-long mela is observed.

Shambhunath Temple
The Shivalinga of Shambhunath
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictSaptari
DeityShiva
FestivalsBaishakh Purnima and Bada Dashain
Location
LocationShambhunath
StateMadhesh Province
CountryNepal
Shambhunath Temple in Nepal
Geographic coordinates26.6291°N 86.6858°E / 26.6291; 86.6858
Architecture
Completed1996
Specifications
Temple(s)1
Elevation78 m (256 ft)
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