Pashupatinath Temple

Sacred Hindu temple complex on the Bagmati River with dozens of temples and open-air cremations, best known for its evening aarti ceremony.

Pashupatinath Temple appears in 9 of the 17 Kathmandu vlogs we indexed, first in 2017, most recently in 2026.

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  1. Nomac Guides

    15 BEST THINGS TO DO in Kathmandu Nepal in 2026 ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต

    The evening ceremony lasts about an hour; local guides typically ask around 1,000โ€“2,000 rupees.
  2. Cal McKinley

    10 Amazing Things to do in Kathmandu, Nepal | Go Local

    A dirt path at the top left of the temples leads to where the monkeys sleep, and they will often eat crackers from your hand.
  3. Exotic Vacation

    How to Spend 3 Days in KATHMANDU Nepal

    Entrance is about 10 USD.
  4. Traveling Butler

    The Kathmandu, Nepal City Guide, for Tourists by Tourists | Ep. #09 | Essentials to Know

    Non-Hindus can't enter the main temple; hiring a guide at the entrance is strongly recommended, and shoulders and knees should be covered.
  5. Whatโ€™s Next Ab?

    Solo in Kathmandu - NOT What I Expected | This is what Kathmandu is REALLY LIKE

    Foreigners pay 1,000 rupees, while Indians enter free; no electronics are allowed inside.
  6. Before You Go

    Kathmandu Nepal Travel Guide: 13 Best Things to Do in Kathmandu

    Dress appropriately; the open-air cremation rituals along the riverbank are a powerful sight.
  7. Midlife Travel Tales

    Kathmandu, Nepal: Is this Asia's Most Underrated City?

    Foreigners pay 1,000 rupees, so arrive early; the doors close in the afternoon and a late visit isn't worth the fee.
  8. Gypsy in Sneakers

    Best Things to do in KATHMANDU, Nepal

    Cremation ceremonies can be watched respectfully from a distance; be mentally prepared for the experience.
  9. Travel with Fawn

    Top 10 things to do in Kathmandu

    Some parts are open only to Hindus. Visitors can watch cremations and the evening aarti ceremony at sunset.

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