Image title: Swayambhunath Stupa photo

According to Buddhist scriptures, going around the Stupa or turning the Mantra wheels must be done in a clockwise direction. It will bring the good fortune and auspiciousness to Swayambhu Mahachaitya and yourself. Please avoid circling to the left and respect he Buddhist tradition.

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These photos are taken around the Swayambhunath Stupa Buddhist complex situated in Kathmandu Nepal. The site stands as perhaps the holiest of all Buddhist pilgrimage destinations, especially for the Buddhist Newars. Svayambhunath or Swayambhu-Nath has a rich legendary history associated with it which is recorded in the Swayambhu Purana. It is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus.