Photo: Wikimedia CommonsKathmandu, Bagmati
Budhanilkantha Temple
Information onlyVishnu · Vaishnava
- Darshan timings
- 6:00 am - 5:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Best time
- Crowd
- Moderate
- Walking
- Moderate walking
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Quick answers
- What are the darshan timings at Budhanilkantha Temple?
- 6:00 am - 5:00 pm, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Which deity is worshipped here?
- Vishnu, in the Vaishnava tradition.
- What is the dress code and are there any rules?
- Dress code: modest dress. Photography: allowed, but restricted for close-up photos of the main deity pool. Not permitted: leather items.
- How do I reach Budhanilkantha Temple?
- Nearest airport: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 7.4150 km.
- Is there an entry fee?
- General darshan is free. Special sevas, aartis or fast-track darshan are set by the temple authorities; EasyDarshan never sells queue-bypass access.
Overview
The Budhanilkantha Temple, located in Kathmandu, Nepal, is a sacred Hindu open-air temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is situated at the base of the Shivapuri Hill and is home to a large reclining stone monument of Vishnu in the middle of a pond. The temple is also known as the Narayanthan Temple and is considered a perfect example of religious harmony between Hindus and Buddhists.
Temple timings
Daily 6:00 AM–5:00 PM, 5:00 PM–7:30 PM
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
Timings can change on festival days and seasons — always confirm on the official temple portal before you travel.
Darshan & aarti
5:00 am, 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm.
Official rules & registrations
Dress code: modest dress. Photography: allowed, but restricted for close-up photos of the main deity pool. Not permitted: leather items.
How to reach
Nearest airport: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 7.4150 km. Nearest bus stand: Thamel bus stand, distance not specified.
- Nearest airport: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), 7.4150 km